TDEM County Liaison Officer, Denton

Texas A&M University System•Denton, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Division of Emergency Management is hiring a County Liaison Officer assigned to Denton County. The position provides consultative services and technical assistance to support local and county emergency management programs, and assists with local Emergency Operations Centers and Disaster District Emergency Operations Centers during planned and unplanned events. The role works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment. It is an emergency-response position, so duties, travel, and work hours may change as needed. Extended hours may occur, and after-hours and weekend availability is required. During activations, the employee may work outside regular hours and deploy from the assigned duty station for extended periods, potentially with minimal rest or without relief. The position is on-site and is not eligible for telecommuting. The employee is assigned a fleet vehicle and must reside within Denton County within 90 days of hire. Travel may be required up to 40% of the time.

Requirements

An associate’s degree from an accredited college, an equivalent combination of education and experience, or two years of work experience. Thirty semester hours equal one year of education.
Must reside in the assigned county; for this position, Denton County residency is required within 90 days of hire.
Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license or be able to obtain one at hire.
Complete FEMA courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 and obtain certification within the first 12 months of employment; complete any other training as determined.
Working knowledge of, or ability to rapidly assimilate, local, county, TDEM, state, and federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of emergency management, hazard mitigation, disaster recovery, disaster preparedness, or emergency response principles and practices.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships, demonstrating poise, tact, and diplomacy.
Ability to communicate and present to diverse small and large groups and explain technical information in terms understandable to people with varied backgrounds.
Ability to analyze problems, identify causes, and apply actions to resolve problems and prevent recurrence.
Must be analytical, detail-oriented, organized, flexible, able to multitask accurately and promptly, and able to prioritize competing demands and simultaneous technical projects.
Ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.
Ability to work outside normal working hours during emergencies, including after-hours and weekends, and to travel for extended periods as needed.
Ability to travel up to 40% and drive.
Ability to operate office and specialized equipment, including a laptop and software such as Microsoft Office, plotters, projectors, cameras, GPS devices, binoculars, palm devices, two-way radios, satellite radios or phones, and other EOC audiovisual equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Responsibilities

Coordinate emergency management programs with local governments, emergency response and regional organizations, TDEM, other state agencies, volunteer groups, and private industry.
Perform incident management within the assigned county.
Advise local governments and provide technical assistance regarding emergency management programs.
Maintain communications with county, district, and administrative staff to support a comprehensive understanding of the county’s emergency management program.
Support local officials with disaster recovery programs and other financial disaster assistance.
Evaluate the progress and compliance of local and county emergency management programs, and recommend revisions or modifications based on evaluation results.
Provide information briefings to divisional officers or other appropriate officials during emergencies or threats to public safety or property, as needed.
Support the planning, development, and evaluation of emergency management, public safety, and homeland security programs.
Provide liaison and support among local officials, volunteer groups, TDEM, state and federal agencies, and other potential disaster responders.
Conduct initial disaster damage surveys and needs assessments, and prepare reports ranging from free-text reports to detailed Disaster Summary Outlines.
Assist in preparing and supporting the Disaster District Emergency Operations Center during planned and unplanned events.
Serve as a support member of state staff at a Joint Field Office or deploy to other incident facilities, as needed.
Maintain regular attendance during the assigned schedule and work extended hours as needed.
Travel, drive, and participate in face-to-face interactions.