Emergency Management Program Manager

Polk County Board of County Commissioners•Winter Haven, FL

4d•$70,158 - $105,206•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the Polk County Emergency Management Program. The position oversees staff carrying out emergency management planning, training, and exercise activities; maintains the readiness, technology systems, and operations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC); and manages State and Federal grants, budgets, compliance, and financial reporting. The role serves as acting Division Director in the Director’s absence and as EOC Director during exercises and emergency situations and EOC activations. The position requires availability to respond to emergencies or potential emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and to report to work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County. Work schedules may vary before, during, and after EOC activations, including nights, weekends, and 12-hour shifts. The role involves working under potentially extreme stress and weather conditions, travel to sites within the County, and deployment to remote disaster locations statewide as part of the State Emergency Response Team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a related emergency management field; equivalent combinations of certifications and experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
At least five years of progressively responsible full-time employment in Emergency Management, including supervision of employees.
Completion of FEMA ICS100, ICS200, ICS300, ICS400, IS700, and IS800 training courses.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a valid Florida driver’s license at the time of employment.
Must achieve Florida Emergency Preparedness Association (FEPA) Florida Professional Emergency Manager (FPEM) certification within four years of hire.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Emergency Management stakeholders, including BoCC staff, senior and elected officials, and the public.
Skill in using personal computers and related software, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and other related applications.
Ability to collect, compile, and prepare statistical reports.
Ability to communicate instructions and directions effectively, orally and in writing.
Skills in research, reporting, writing, communications, public speaking, and presentations.
Ability to concentrate on detail and sequential work tasks; see, sit for long periods, bend, stoop, and drive between worksites.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and maintain accurate records, reports, and files.
Ability to think and react calmly and responsibly in emergency situations and work in all weather conditions.
Must report to work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.

Nice To Haves

Current FEPA Florida Professional Emergency Manager (FPEM) or International Association of Emergency Managers Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) certification.
Experience overseeing and coordinating multi-agency operations during exercises, special events, and emergency situations.
Experience with technology, including communication systems and audio-visual systems.
Experience coordinating and maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including public safety agencies, volunteer and faith-based organizations, and private-sector stakeholders.
Experience developing and managing budgets, including grants.

Responsibilities

Maintain the Emergency Operations Center in a continuous state of readiness.
Serve as EOC Director during exercises and emergency situations.
Work varying schedules before, during, and after EOC activations, including nights, weekends, and 12-hour shifts when required.
Prepare and maintain county and state budget records, grant deliverables, and compliance documentation for State and Federal Emergency Management grants.
Maintain and review the county’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP).
Serve as an Emergency Management liaison with local, state, and federal government departments and agencies, utilities, and industry personnel as assigned.
Chair the Polk County Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group and facilitate partner input to the countywide multi-jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy.
Represent the Division on Emergency Management groups, task forces, committees, and organizations, including the Local Emergency Planning Committee, Regional Domestic Security Task Force, and Florida Division of Emergency Management.
Chair the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council, coordinating planning, training, and response activities among municipal, county, public, and private agencies.
Direct the Division’s Municipal Liaison Program, coordinating annual emergency preparedness and response efforts with municipal leaders and Police and Fire Chiefs.
Plan, conduct, and direct the annual Emergency Management Readiness Exercise and the County’s participation in the annual FDEM Statewide Exercise.
Oversee staff conducting other training and exercises throughout the year.
Remain available and prepared to respond to emergencies, disasters, or potential emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Travel as necessary to on-site locations within the County.
Deploy to remote disaster locations statewide as a member of the State Emergency Response Team.
Perform related duties as required.