Emergency Management Specialist 2 (090218)

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) is recruiting for an

Emergency Management Specialist 2in our ExerciseSection!

This position is in the General Government (GGU) bargaining unit at a range 16.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our Definition FAQto determine if you qualify.

• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example technical sensitive controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others attends to nonverbal cues and responds appropriately.
• Computer Skills:Uses computers software applications databases and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative effort and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior
• Accountability:Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality timely and cost-effective results. Determines objectives sets priorities and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

To learn more about the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management visit:

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link:
If you can see yourself in this role we encourage you to apply!

*NOTE * SPECIAL NOTICE - JBER (BASE) ACCESS * NOTE*

The successful applicants must pass a federal background check in order to qualify for military base access which is required with this positions work location on base. The background check may include fingerprinting. All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of the federal background check and issuance of a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) card allowing base access. Also you must be able to maintain the clearance throughout your employment. If using a private vehicle this will require a valid Alaska Driver License proof of vehicle insurance and a valid State of Alaska vehicle registration.

State employees are guests on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson; clearance and access are not within the States control.

Special Note:In addition in some cases employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). As part of the examination process a background check investigation including a criminal records check will be conducted. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment. The circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.

One year of entry professional level experience mitigating against preparing for responding to or recovering from emergencies disasters or terrorist events. The required experience is met by service as an Emergency Management Specialist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

OR

Two years of entry professional level experience either creating contingency plans conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance or coordinating the recovery from such events.

OR

A bachelors degree in any field from an accredited college;
AND
One year of entry professional level experience either creating contingency plans conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance or coordinating the recovery from such events.

Special Note:
A valid Alaska drivers license is required.

Some positions require the incumbent to obtain a federal security clearance.

Work may require periodic 24-hour on-call duty and travel to remote locations in small aircraft and boats and may involve exposure to inherently hazardous or potentially dangerous environmental conditions.

Please read the information below carefully. This applies to your application submission:To qualify for this position the incoming team member must be willing and able to travel to remote field sites using boats small aircraft and helicopters and be prepared to work in varying weather conditions in confined areas and potentially be exposed to wildlife. Demonstrating your flexibility and experience with such environments will support your application.

Required documents due at the time of interview:

• If you are a current or former State of Alaska employee provide your last two (2) performance evaluations or if you have never been employed with the State please provide three (3) professional letters of recommendation if evaluations are unavailable.
• Two (2) professional references we may contact by phone (must include position titles and your current supervisor and one former supervisor).
• Include official college transcripts if using education to meet minimum requirements.

Note: You will not need to bring these documents if you have already attached/submitted with your application package.

• Valid Drivers License/REAL ID

• Must complete the following Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute (EMI) on-line courses: IS 100 Introduction to the Incident Command System; IS 200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents; IS 700 National Incident Management System (NIMS) an Introduction; IS 800.B National Response Framework (NRF) an Introduction and the FEMA Professional Development Series; IS 120. IS 230 IS 235 IS 240 IS 241 IS 242 and IS 244. Completion of these courses are required to meet Homeland Security Grant Program requirements for NIMS Compliance.

• DMVA is housed on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson a federal military installation. If the installation commander deems necessary the incumbent maybe required to pass security background check for an installation access permit. Adherence to installation regulations special security guidelines base protocol for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson are mandatory and will be followed while on the installation or the access permit can be revoked by the installation commander at any time.

• This position requires a high level of flexibility and resilience as it involves extensive travel within remote areas of Alaska and possibly out of state utilizing diverse transportation modes such as government vehicles small planes helicopters boats snow machines and ATVs.
• Candidates must pass a federal background security check to access military facilities like JBER and maintain security clearance throughout employment adhering to all security protocols.
• The role demands physical and mental stamina to handle rapid deployment extended shifts austere living conditions and high-stress emergency response situations that may involve living in tents cabins or other Spartan accommodations.
• The incumbent will bear significant responsibility for supporting communities during life-and-death emergencies requiring emotional strength adaptability and the ability to perform under intense stress.

Bargaining Unit:
If you are acurrent state employee please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employeedo not complete this question.

Education:If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application submitted to the contact information below or provided at the time of interview if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications. If you cannot attach it to your application email or fax it to the contact provided in the job posting.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Note: The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.

Work Experience:If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

Note: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Multiple Vacancies:This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

Application Notice:You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database you MUST use Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply webpage found here: Statement:The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aids or services or alternative communication formats please call 1- or in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1- or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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Contact Information: For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Joshua Sassé

Administrative Officer 2

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