SENIOR EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

State of California•Mather, CA

71d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. Under general direction of the Assistant Director of Headquarters Response, the SESC will have full responsibility for a wide range of duties and programs within Headquarters Response. The SESC will provide support to Headquarters Response, acting as a liaison with related internal and external programs or projects with other state/federal government agencies, keeping leadership informed of relevant information. Organizes and implements systems and procedures for Headquarters Response. Serves as principal source of information on new and established project/program policies and advises leadership and staff. Performs the most complex, difficult, and sensitive emergency planning/management work above the journey level involving coordination work supporting the Cal OES Response Directorate and the State Operations Center (SOC). Consults and assists in the development of statewide emergency management plans and other products related to emergency response operations in the state. Provides a high level of confidential support dealing with a variety of highly sensitive departmental issues and special executive level projects. This may encompass but is not limited to, areas such as hiring, budget change proposals, and legislative bill analysis. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, ability to analyze situations and provide alternate solutions, and the ability to provide communication and negotiation between private and government agencies. Based on operational need, provides situational awareness, analysis, and identifies emerging and near-term threats. Analyzing potential impacts, the SESC prepares, and disseminates various situational awareness products. Based on situation analysis, the incumbent formulates possible courses of action and provides recommendations as appropriate. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Requirements

Valid Driver's License (DL)
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to analyze situations and provide alternate solutions
Ability to provide communication and negotiation between private and government agencies

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the Incident Command System structure.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as strong computer skills using MS Office Suite.
Flexibility and adaptation to perform under pressure, while focused on mission critical deadlines.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively and meet tight deadlines.
Reliable, dependable, accountable, and able to function in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to respond to and solve sensitive and/or complex issues with confidentiality, discretion, and tact.
Ability to work with a variety of people and organizations in a professional and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

Provide support to Headquarters Response, acting as a liaison with related internal and external programs or projects with other state/federal government agencies, keeping leadership informed of relevant information.
Organize and implement systems and procedures for Headquarters Response.
Serve as principal source of information on new and established project/program policies and advises leadership and staff.
Perform the most complex, difficult, and sensitive emergency planning/management work above the journey level involving coordination work supporting the Cal OES Response Directorate and the State Operations Center (SOC).
Consult and assist in the development of statewide emergency management plans and other products related to emergency response operations in the state.
Provide a high level of confidential support dealing with a variety of highly sensitive departmental issues and special executive level projects. This may encompass but is not limited to, areas such as hiring, budget change proposals, and legislative bill analysis.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, ability to analyze situations and provide alternate solutions, and the ability to provide communication and negotiation between private and government agencies.
Based on operational need, provide situational awareness, analysis, and identifies emerging and near-term threats.
Analyze potential impacts, the SESC prepares, and disseminates various situational awareness products.
Based on situation analysis, the incumbent formulates possible courses of action and provides recommendations as appropriate.

Benefits

Free Parking
On-site Gym and Locker room
Electric Carport
Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
401(k) and 457(b) Plans
Flexible Schedules
Generous paid time off
Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
Investment in careers development
Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station