Emergency Management Specialist

Williamson County • Full-time • Georgetown, TX, US • 1w ago

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Director of Emergency Management, responsible for assisting with the development, coordination, implementation, and maintenance of Williamson County’s comprehensive emergency management program.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Leads planning projects related to the development, coordination, implementation and maintenance of emergency preparedness, recovery, response and mitigation plans, procedures, exercises and programs
Maintains a high level of operational readiness to ensure immediate response to large incidents, disasters, and emergencies
Prepares reports, presentations, and mass communications; ensures accurate incident documentation; tracks resources; and monitors the department’s budget
Responds to large scale incidents, either to the scene or to the Emergency Operations Center, to provide coordination and support of resources
Serves as a liaison to various public safety agencies within Williamson County and the surrounding jurisdictions, assisting with the development of plans, required trainings and meetings, and information gathering projects
Participates in and conducts disaster-related trainings and exercises, ensuring program compliance with regulatory agencies and adherence to the multi-year training and exercise schedule
Coordinates and assists with Williamson County Amateur Radio Emergency Service operations.
Serves as the information coordinator for the Williamson County LEPC and maintains Tier II Data with annual validation.
Performs assessments and gathers data to support the County Threat Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis
Performs as on-call duty officer as assigned
Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

Reports directly to – Director of Emergency Management
Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and standing
Position involves walking over uneven terrain and climbing obstacles
Position involves occasional lifting and carrying of fifty (50) or more pounds
Position may involve working for extended periods of time (12 or more hours)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
May be required to perform work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)
Potential exposure to dust, smoke, loud noise, technical hazards, disturbing scenes, and hazardous substances
Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) is required
Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director
On-call duties is required
Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in a related field AND three (3) years of experience in emergency management and/or public safety with roles in planning and response; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, 800

Required Within Thirty (30) Days Of Employment

Valid TX driver’s license

Required Within Sixty (60) Days Of Employment

Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) less than full access training

Required Within One (1) Year Of Employment

FEMA ICS 300 and 400
Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) certification
Texas Department of Public Safety All-Terrain Vehicle Safety certification
Command Vehicle Operations credentialing
Emergency Operations Center credentialing
CPR/AED certification

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Five (5) years of experience in emergency management or public safety, with roles in planning and response
Prior experience in a response level organization
Texas Emergency Manager (TEM), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), or Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Advanced Professional Series certification
FEMA Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP)
FEMA Continuity of Operations (COOP) Level I or II
Operational licenses of one or more: EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter, Hazardous Materials Technician, Basic Peace Officer, or other public safety licensure
Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) ICS Instructor certification

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal background check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
Drug screening: Yes
Physical exam: No
Psychological exam: No
Additional: N/A

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.

To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.

The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.

01

Do you have an Associate's degree in a related field AND three (3) years of experience in emergency management and/or public safety with roles in planning and response; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience?

02

Do you hold the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications?

03

Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Texas Driver's License within 30 days of hire?

Yes
No
Required Question

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