Emergency Services Coordinator
Emergency Services Coordinator
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- The Emergency Management Department (EMD) seeks to fill an Emergency Services Coordinator position in Riverside. The incumbent will be responsible to monitor evaluate develop and implement Alert and Warning systems (WEA IPAWS EAS TIS etc.) public alert systems and internal communication protocols; coordinate and maintain unified and effective communication strategies with stakeholders during emergencies; manage and oversee the emergency communications infrastructure (equipment and systems); recommend solutions for emergency and disaster preparedness; write and maintain emergency plans; develop and deliver training programs for staff and the public; develop and disseminate emergency communication information and materials to the public; remain current on latest technologies best practices and regulatory requirements; and performs other duties as assigned.
The department seeks an Emergency Services Coordinator with experience in emergency management or working directly with Alert and Warning; as well as a public safety background; excellent organization communication and public speaking skills; proficient with computers with the ability to troubleshoot and expertise in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and Teams.Additionally it is recommended that competitive candidates possess FEMA certifications including but not limited to: IS-247a: IPAWS Alerting Authority Online Training; PER-304: Social Media for Natural Disaster Response and Recovery; G290-291: Basic PIO and JIC-JIS; L0388: Advanced Public Information Officer; and L-402: Liaison Officer.Meet the Team!The Riverside County Emergency Management Department (EMD) is a public safety department that includes Emergency Planning Division (EPD) the Riverside County Emergency Medical Services Agency (REMSA) and the Emergency Services Division (ESD). EMD coordinates emergency management and emergency medical services in order to mitigate prevent prepare for respond to and recover from emergencies and disasters. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Plan develop and coordinate response to multi-hazard emergency or disaster conditions involving earthquakes major fire/wildfires hazardous materials nuclear incidents imminent/actual flooding imminent/actual dam failures and transportation networks.Develop implement and maintain program elements for multiple County emergency management plans in accordance with the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS); review and evaluate local state and federal laws and regulations as they relate to disaster and emergency response program elements.Research analyze develop and coordinate emergency preparedness procedures response and recover plans and resources for all County unincorporated areas individual cities on a contract basis or assigned division of responsibility; confer with various public private and nonprofit agencies and officials to identify human and material resource needs and to formulate plans for resource mobilization during an emergency including considerations for special accommodations (e.g. English language proficiency individuals with disabilities children and the elderly etc.)Plan maintain and coordinate the activation of Emergency Operations Center facilities equipment and associated functional annexes in accordance with state and federal requirements; coordinate and provide support to fire and hazardous materials response teams; provide technical supervision over emergency response volunteers.Design and conduct emergency management exercises; provide instruction and guidance at emergency management exercise and assist event participants; evaluate effectiveness and efficiency of exercise and event responses; conduct tests of telecommunications radiological and other emergency operations equipment.Receive training in specialized technical fields; develop and conduct in-service programs for emergency response personnel; present public education demonstrations in areas of expertise and/or certification; compile develop and prepare instructional materials for emergency response training and public education and coordinate ongoing public education programs.Compile documentation necessary to prepare detailed reports for applications to state and federal emergency management agencies for reimbursement and financial assistance needed to recover from declared disasters.Assist in providing information and recommendations in the development administration and monitoring of the emergency services budget; oversee expenditures and maintain emergency services inventory control; coordinate fixed asset design purchase and installation in support of emergency management services and programs.Participate in the management and support of designated Emergency Committees.
Be comfortable with public speaking at but not limited to council meetings and public presentations related to Emergency Management. Be able to teach Community Emergency Response Team training for the County of Riverside. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree preferably with major coursework in emergency management public or business administration communications or a related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)Experience: One year in an emergency management environment which included primary responsibility for program coordination project management or planning analyzing and recommending solutions for emergency and disaster preparedness response and recovery.Other Requirements
License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License.Schedule:Work extended periods nights weekends holidays and be available to work overtime as needed. The schedule will be 9/80 with occasional scheduled on call rotations where the candidate will be required to immediately answer calls and perform alert and warning duties without delay.Knowledge of: Public alert and warning systems; the California Standardized Emergency Management System; the National Incident Management System; the four phases of Emergency Management;the principles of planning developing and coordinating emergency management services; the techniques of emergency response and recovery; interrelationships responsibilities goals and functions of local state and federal government in planning and implementing emergency management services; emergency communications and computer systems/applications; and techniques of training public speaking and public relations.Ability to:Anticipate analyze and evaluate potential disaster problems; understand and apply local state and federal rules regulations and directives governing disaster/emergency preparedness; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of agencies organizations and individuals; elicit the cooperation and support of County and city personnel and volunteers; prepare comprehensive reports and plans involving detail and coordination; communicate effectively in verbal and written form. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Contact
For more information regarding the position please contact the recruiter Letisia Jimenez at or via email at .
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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