Emergency Management Agency Operations Officer

Anderson County is a great place to live, work, and explore. From the historic community of Clinton to the innovation legacy of Oak Ridge-famously known as "The Secret City" from its Manhattan Project roots-our county blends small-town warmth with big scientific impact. We're home to scenic treasures like Norris Lake, the Clinch River, Melton Hill Lake, and miles of rolling hills and wooded trails perfect for hiking, biking, paddling, and fishing.

Nearby Norris Dam State Park and the off-road adventure terrain at Windrock Park add even more ways to get outside. You'll also find a growing mix of local eats, family-friendly spots, festivals, and craft brews across our communities, making Anderson County a welcoming place to put down roots and enjoy East Tennessee life.

Anderson County Government is committed to being a top employer in the region and a great place to build a career. We're proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes generous paid sick and vacation leave, 14 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid basic life insurance, supplemental insurance options, and a variety of wellness programs and resources to support our employees' overall well-being.

Performs technical, operational, and administrative duties in support of the County's emergency management program, including emergency preparedness, response planning, equipment and facility readiness, critical infrastructure assessments, and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) coordination. Monitors incident information maintains operational records and emergency plans and provides support during emergencies and disasters. Builds relationships with local officials, department heads, and first responders to support effective coordination and response efforts.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required or assigned.

• Maintain the department's facilities, equipment, and supplies through periodic readiness checks and inventories; document all findings and correct problems through established procedures.
• Safely operate the department's equipment and vehicles, including the towing of department trailers.
• Monitor the current situation of county incidents and their impacts on communities using provided information systems, and respond to inquiries or emergencies using approved checklists, plans, and guidance.
• Receive or produce operations-related information, then document and disseminate it using designated forms or systems in accordance with official records management guidance.
• Assist with training and exercise program requirements set forth by local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.

• Acquire and maintain up-to-date Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for critical infrastructure facilities within Anderson County.
• Develop and maintain the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program, conduct training, and coordinate the annual CERT exercise.
• Prepare Incident Action Plans (IAPs) for large-scale events or at the request of administration.
• Maintain a current inventory list of Critical Infrastructure.
• Provide subject matter expert knowledge during responses to Hazardous Materials incidents.
• Perform on-call duties and responsibilities during office closures.
• During times of emergency or disaster, work extended hours at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or other county facilities in support of essential operations.
• Assist the EMA Director with a wide variety of research, records maintenance, planning, and administrative duties.
• Maintain appropriate records, files, and progress reports on work accomplishments; ensure records are kept according to departmental guidelines, accepted recordkeeping practices, and legal requirements.
• Gain and maintain local knowledge
• Build relationships with local officials, department heads and first responders

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the four phases of Comprehensive Emergency Management.
• Knowledge of the All-Hazards approach to Emergency Management.
• Knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System (ICS).
• Knowledge of FEMA's National Planning System and the 6-step Planning Process.
• Knowledge of workplace safety principles, including…