Emergency Preparedness Training and Exercise Coordinator

Pay Grade: H
Job Code: PSP
070

Location:

Athens, GA

Annual salary $45,000

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Who We Are.We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact
  – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility
  – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team
  – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity
  – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture
  – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work
  – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

The Northeast Health District of the Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist. The ideal candidate will work with a small team in planning, preparing, and responding to general population and related emergencies throughout a 10-county area. Duties will include working with local agencies to have plans in place for mass dispensing of medication and /or vaccination to the general population, as well as working with large companies, local governments, and healthcare facilities to create individualized plans.

The candidate will frequently meet with other public agencies to discuss planning and exercise initiatives. Attending public outreach events focused on emergency preparedness is expected as well. State and federal reporting timelines must be met. A candidate that can organize data proficiently is preferred. Candidate should be a team player and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.

As an Emergency Preparedness Training and Exercise Coordinator within the Northeast Health District at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

• Assisting with emergency response planning as well as the development, execution, and documentation of exercises and drills
• Developing and implementing corrective action plans
• Engaging in community outreach and educational activities intended to promote emergency preparedness
• Assisting with any operational needs during times of response
• Managing a broad scope of volunteers
• Administrative duties when assigned
• This position is based in Athens–Clarke County with routine travel to surrounding counties. Some overnight travel is required within the state

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience in emergency management; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Emergency Mgt Tech Spv (PSP
043) or Emergency Mgt Tech 3 (PST
042) or position equivalent.

Employee Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• State retirement and savings plans
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

Additional Support Programs:

• Physical activity breaks
• Worksite wellness program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee discounts

No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.