SME -Disaster Response and Preparedness

All Native Group•Dunn Loring, VA

4d•$120,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ho-Chunk Inc. Management Services (HCIMS) is seeking a full-time Subject Matter Expert (Disaster Response and Preparednes). The Subject Matter Expert (Disaster Response and Preparednes) leads disaster response, preparedness, and contingency planning programs supporting domestic and international security operations. The position develops emergency management policies, conducts training and exercises, coordinates with government and international partners, and deploys worldwide in support of crisis response, evacuation, and disaster relief missions. The position is based in Dunn Loring, VA.

Requirements

Ten (10) years of relevant experience in emergency management, disaster response, urban search and rescue, or related operational fields.
Experience developing emergency plans, policies, training programs, and preparedness exercises.
Knowledge of FEMA, Department of Defense, and international disaster response standards and practices.
Experience serving in a disaster deployment leadership role; FEMA Task Force Leader experience preferred.
INSARAG and/or UNDAC/OSOCC experience preferred.
Knowledge of HAZMAT response, recovery operations, and life-safety systems.
Excellent written, verbal, briefing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen and possess or be able to obtain/maintain an interim SECRET clearance, a TOP SECRET clearance may be required.

Nice To Haves

FEMA Task Force Leader experience preferred.
INSARAG and/or UNDAC/OSOCC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain emergency management, disaster response, contingency, and operational readiness plans, policies, and procedures.
Coordinate domestic and overseas preparedness activities and evaluate emergency response capabilities to support mission readiness.
Conduct risk, hazard, and vulnerability assessments and recommend mitigation strategies for security and disaster operations.
Develop mission-specific response procedures, deployment concepts, equipment requirements, and operational guidance.
Design, deliver, and evaluate disaster response, urban search and rescue, life-safety, and preparedness training programs.
Lead tabletop, functional, and field exercises to validate emergency plans and improve operational effectiveness.
Serve as the subject matter expert for search and rescue, post-disaster operations, swift water operations, rope rescue systems, and victim extrication.
Coordinate planning, training, and deployments with federal, state, local, military, international, and non-governmental partners.
Provide expert guidance to senior leaders and overseas personnel regarding contingency planning and emergency preparedness.
Deploy domestically and internationally, including austere and high-threat environments, in support of emergency, evacuation, and disaster response operations.