Emergency Operations Coordinator

Section 55 - Emergency Operations

Job : 55//UNCCOR/

Must be available for overnight travel, on call 24/7 and able to work 12 hour shifts for extended periods during emergencies.

UNCLASSIFIED position responsible for the oversight of administrative and operational emergency transportation of the agency’s Emergency Support Function-1 under the State Emergency Operations Plan.

• Preference will be given to applicants experienced with disaster/emergency response in developing, planning and writing emergency plans for standard operating procedures.
• Working in an emergency operations center.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills.
• Certifications in FEMA/DHS IS 100, IS 700, IS 200 and IC 300 courses.

• Development, maintenance and execution of plans and procedures to carry out the ESF-1 responsibility. Collects, researches, documents and analyzes data through numerous resources including contact/collaboration with high level public officials in order to develop plans and procedures. Validates plans, procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Ensures the availability of transportation resources (vehicles for the transportation of people) through contracts, agreements and mutual aid to carry out the ESF-1 responsibilities. Develops and manages the individual and collective training program for emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. Performs research on needed training and develops training calendars and schedules.
• Assist Director in the development, review and update of plans and procedures annually. Provide training and advice for DOTD personnel supporting COOP responsibilities. Responsible for coordination of contracts/RFPs for supplies, equipment, and MOUs with vendors in the COOP arena.

• Disaster/emergency response management experience and experience working in an emergency operations center.
• Disaster/emergency response planning experience and experience developing operational plans and procedures.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills are required.
• Availability for overnight travel, on call 24/7 and able to work 12 hour shifts for extended periods during emergencies.
• Understanding of FEMA's and GOHSEP's processes related to disaster/emergency response and recovery.
• Familiarity with and experience in the Incident Command System.
• Qualified in NIMS 100 and NIMS 200 emergency training courses.

Appointment Type:
Unclassified – this vacancy does not require a test score.

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• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Michael Miller
Director of Emergency Operations

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