Radiological Emergency Preparedness Site Specialist; Program Planner

The Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) is seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, and solution focused individual to join our Radiological Emergency Preparedness (REP) Program team by serving as the Site Specialist for the nuclear power generation facilities in Iowa as part of our Response Division.

The Site Specialist is the focal point for the REP program, and it ensures that state agencies and effected counties are prepared for a radiological incident should it occur at a nuclear power plant in or near Iowa.

Who We Are:

The Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management’s (HSEM) Mission Statement is Enhancing the quality of life for Iowans by preparing our State and building resilient communities.

The person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the HSEM’s four core values:

MISSION ORIENTED - We are resolute in our service to Iowans

INTEGRITY- We conduct ourselves with honesty and are transparent in our actions

DISTINGUISHED- We are leaders in our field

ONE TEAM - We collaborate, connect, and share

What We Are Seeking:

The successful candidate for this complex position will be organized, motivated, and innovative in problem solving. The position reports to the Preparedness Bureau Chief, but also works closely with the REP Program Manager to ensure program objectives are being met.

The position is located at the Iowa National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Johnston, IA.

Desired skills and abilities include:

• Possess a high degree of organizational skills

• Process driven and willing to learn

• Excellent communication skills to include writing, speaking, listening and negotiating

• Effective time management skills

• Able to work independently as well as within groups

• Ability to self-identify tasks and projects within assigned roles is necessary

• Professional with a strong work ethic

• Reliable and self-discipline

• Resilient and agile

• Familiarity with Federal rules and regulations, and the ability to interpret and enforce them

• Experience developing plans and procedures

• Experience working within Radiological Emergency Preparedness at local, state, or federal levels

What you will do:

You will be an integral member of the HSEM team by providing subject matter expertise and detailed planning in support of the department’s mission by:

• Coordinating off site activities for nuclear power generation stations in and near Iowa.

• Assist counties in southwest and eastern Iowa as it relates to emergency management planning and preparation in the event of a radiological incident.

• Coordinate exercise and rehearsal activities with the utilities, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), host and risk counties, state agency partners and other affected parties.

• Work with host and risk counties to ensure that the county plans are updated and reviewed, training is completed according to the timelines specified in the plans, the appropriate training records are maintained and that the EAS (Emergency Alert System) is functional and messages are up-to-date.

• Responsible for the statewide dosimetry (TLD) program, including the coordination of a contract provider, annual ordering and distribution.

• Provide accurate and timely response to any FEMA issues or inquires as it relates to planning, training and exercise.

• Assist in the preparation of the Annual Letter of Certification for FEMA

• Coordinate to ensure accurate and in-date supplies of potassium iodide (KI) is available for off-site emergency workers within the ten-mile Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ).

• Assist other members of the REP team in executing their duties and emergency preparedness programs.

• Remain current on radiological emergency preparedness doctrine from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and FEMA.

• Serve as an Operations Officer during activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), ensuring needed resources are mobilized in a timely and efficient manner to impacted areas. Activation may be for a real…