Training and Exercises Administrator

Metro Transits Safety Security & Quality Assurance Division has an exciting opportunity for a skilled mission-driven professional to join the Emergency Management Team as the Training and Exercises Administrator.

The Training and Exercises Administrator plays a key role within Metro Transits Emergency Management Team leading the development delivery and continuous improvement of the agencys emergency management training and exercise this role you will manage the full exercise cyclefrom planning and design through facilitation evaluation and improvement planning. You will help strengthen Metros overall readiness by developing the Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan conducting drills and exercises tracking corrective actions and translating lessons learned into meaningful program enhancements. The Training and Exercises Administrator collaborates with departmental regional state federal military and private partners on training and exercise initiatives and supports safety and security functions across Metros facilities and multi-modal transportation system including Bus Light Rail Water Taxi Streetcar and Contracted Services. This position is well-suited for an individual who thrives in a collaborative multi-agency environment and is committed to advancing safety security and preparedness across a diverse transit network.

This is an exciting time to work at King County Metro Transit. We serve the fastest-growing transit market in the nation enjoy a 93% customer satisfaction rate and are creating an array of innovative mobility services for our riders. We are also building a zero-emission bus fleet and operating our regions light-rail system which will expand three-fold in the next six years. Click here to see why its worth working for King County. The diverse experiences and perspectives of our employees help us serve King County residents in an equitable and culturally responsive way.

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and foundational expectation for all King County this role you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values behaviors and practices to all aspects of this work. As the Training and Exercises Administratoryou will also:

• Develop exercise objectives scopes scenarios situation manuals master scenario events lists injects controller/evaluator guides exercise evaluation guides hotwash materials after-action reports and improvement plans.
• Develop instructor-led virtual and just-in-time training materials.
• Deliver and participate in emergency management trainings drills and exercises.
• Track corrective actions from exercises drills and real-world incidents; assign owners; monitor due dates; report status to leadership; and translate lessons learned into updates to plans training procedures and readiness activities.
• Plan and facilitate exercises involving transit operations facilities service disruption communications failure severe weather security incidents suspicious packages special events continuity of operations evacuation and coordination with department leadership. law enforcement fire emergency management and regional transportation partners.
• Develop and administer emergency management programs policies and/or procedures.
• Recommend and implement division-wide performance measurement goals and work effectively with King County Metro staff to establish the programs systems and processes required to fulfill those goals.
• Forecast track and report on statistics overall program effectiveness and similar performance metrics.
• Conduct after-action reviews and write improvement plans.
• Provide guidance and direction on complex or sensitive issues and problems; review existing policies plans and procedures and recommend improvements or modifications to higher-level management.
• Participate in and represent the Emergency Management Section in a wide variety of internal and external work groups project teams committees and task forces.
• Other duties as assigned.

At King County Metro Transit the Training and Exercises Administratorshould model the following critical competencies:

• Emergency Management Expertise Applies strong knowledge of emergency management frameworks to lead full cycle training and exercise programs.
• Program & Project Leadership Manages complex multi year programs and projects with effective planning coordination and performance tracking.
• Collaboration & Multi Agency Coordination Builds productive partnerships with internal teams and external regional state and federal agencies.
• Communication & Facilitation Skills Communicates clearly and facilitates training exercises and discussions for diverse audiences.
• Analytical & Continuous Improvement Skills Evaluates data and exercise outcomes to identify gaps and drive measurable program improvements.

• Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience in roles dedicated to transportation security and/or emergency management OR any combination of experience and education which provides the skills knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
• Proficient in program and project development implementation administration and evaluation.
• Experience applying local state and federal emergency management standards best practices codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of emergency management and disaster preparedness principles including skill in analyzing emergency conditions and supporting appropriate resources coordination.
• Experience applying emergency management communication best practices across diverse operational environments.
• Knowledge of Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) principles National Incident Management System (NIMS) concepts Incident Command System (ICS) roles and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or Department Operations Center (DOC) coordination.
• Experience designing and delivering emergency management training drills tabletop exercises functional exercises full-scale exercises and discussion-based readiness activities.
• Skill in translating exercise findings incident lessons and operational gaps into corrective actions training priorities and measurable program improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience in report writing and delivering clear effective presentations while maintaining professionalism and a collaborative approach.
• Experience working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds maintaining strong working relationships across teams and engaging partners outside the chain of command to secure cooperation and coordinated action.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic operational environment including effectively planning and delegating work assignments and resolving conflicts.
• Skill in statistical operational and trend analysis to support data driven decision making.
• Skill in use of automated information systems Microsoft Office suite database management presentation software and similar applications.

• Experience applying local state and federal regulations for bus and rail system security and emergency management.
• Knowledge of the operations policies and procedures of a transit organization.
• Skill in conducting Threat Vulnerability and Hazard Assessments.
• Training in National Incident Management System and/or Incident Command System.
• Training or experience with HSEEP exercise design evaluation improvement planning continuity planning DOC/EOC operations transit emergency response or multiagency coordination.
• Master Exercise and Practitioner (MEP) Certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

Who may apply: We are accepting applications from all qualified candidates including current King County employees and the general public.

How to apply: If you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request an accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact: Talent Advisor Sarah Ottele at .

The following application materials are required:

1. 1. An online King County application. Updated with accurate contact information and relevant work history going back at least 10 years (or more if necessary) with all job duties dates of employment and reasons for leaving explained clearly.
   2. Completed supplemental questions. Responses to supplemental questions must be supported and verifiable by information found within your application materials.
   3. A cover letter no longer than two (2) pages demonstrating how your experience in transportation security and/or emergency management qualifies you for this position. Include specific examples that reflect your capabilities in program development project management application of emergency management standards incident coordination and/or delivery of training or exercises.