Emergency Preparedness Specialist II

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 32 - 36

Posted on: 19-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the leadership of the Grants and Finance Section Chief the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Manager plays a critical role in supporting the mission of the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security (WOHS): Preparing Wyoming to respond to and recover from all hazards.

This position works collaboratively with the broader WOHS team to promote manage and support the NFIP across the state of Wyoming. The NFIP Manager contributes to the development of long-term program goals aligned with agency strategic plans and ensures the program remains compliant with all relevant federal and state laws regulations and guidelines.

Human Resource Contact: Nicki Reitmeyer//

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

Serves as the lead for the National Flood Insurance Program.
Acting as the agencys point of contact for FEMA on floodplain management and mapping activities providing technical assistance to local floodplain managers facilitating training courses regarding floodplain management and fielding general inquiries as needed.
Assist in local workshops on disaster assistance disaster response and recovery programs when needed after emergency or disaster events.
Support the preliminary damage assessment process and the gathering of vital disaster data needed for a declaration request.
Serves as a member of the Hazard Mitigation Team in support of mitigation activities grant applications and other mitigation related discussions. This may Include participation in the State Hazard Mitigation Planning process.
Performs as duty officer per agency guidelines. During periods when the State Response Coordination Center (SRCC) is open performs duties as prescribed by the SRCC Manager.
Stands ready for extended field deployment sometimes in austere conditions.
Participates in exercises and assists as needed.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Flood plain management or hydrologic background

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of standard concepts terms practices and procedures within the Project Management and Information Systems fields.
Knowledge of concepts in database programming design implementation and maintenance of database elements
Knowledge of emergency response

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Emergency Preparedness) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Emergency Preparedness Specialist I

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Emergency Preparedness) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Emergency Preparedness Specialist I

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The majority of work will be performed in an office atmosphere. Some travel will be required to work with local flood plain managers to assist with management of their programs. Some activities may require walking in rough terrain.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
Agency may require FEMA courses and/or Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP) certification.
Applicants must have the ability to qualify for a Secret Security Clearance.
Successful applicants for employment must pass a limited criminal background investigation.
Additional certifications and/or licenses may be required by the agency.

Supplemental Information

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Required Experience:

Description and FunctionsOpen Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the leadership of the Grants and Finance Section Chief the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Manager plays a critical role in supporting the mission of the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security (WOHS): Preparing Wyoming to res...