VEM Operations Specialist

State of Vermont • Waterbury, CT

18h

About The Position

Join the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and help keep Vermonters informed and safe during emergencies! The Operations Specialist supports the Vermont Emergency Management (VEM) Watch Desk by monitoring developing incidents, maintaining statewide situational awareness, and helping deliver timely public alerts through Vermont's emergency notification systems. This role works closely with state and local partners to ensure accurate information reaches decision-makers and the public. We are seeking candidates with experience in emergency management, public safety communications, dispatch, military operations, or similar environments who can stay organized, communicate clearly, and perform effectively under pressure. This position, VEM Operations Specialist (Job Requisition #54619) , is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact Brett LaRose at [email protected] . Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered. PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher in emergency management, public administration, homeland security, or a closely related field AND two (2) or more years of experience in emergency management operations, public safety communications, dispatch, emergency planning, military operations, or government operations.
• OR Four (4) or more years of experience in emergency management operations, public safety communications, dispatch, emergency planning, military operations, or government operations.
• Applicants are subject to security clearance by the Department of Public Safety
• A current, valid driver’s license is required
• Must obtain and maintain required system access credentials for VT-Alert, IPAWS, and SEOC information systems
• Must be available for standby, rotating shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended duty hours during emergencies, disasters, exercises, or periods of heightened readiness
• Must be able to report to the State Emergency Operations Center or other designated duty location within established timeframes during activations
• Must maintain required training and certifications as a condition of continued employment

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in an Emergency Operations Center or Watch Desk environment
• Experience with public alerting systems or emergency communications

Responsibilities

• monitoring developing incidents
• maintaining statewide situational awareness
• helping deliver timely public alerts through Vermont's emergency notification systems
• works closely with state and local partners to ensure accurate information reaches decision-makers and the public

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree