The Deputy Emergency Management Manager performs technical and administrative work supervising and directing emergency or disaster preparedness plans for the Town. Essential functions include the research, review, and writing of emergency plans and procedures for the Town. The position also maintains the readiness of the emergency operations center for response to emergencies or disaster events. The position trains town staff and the public on emergency response procedures and plans.
This position is open until filled and may close without notice.
Essential Functions
- Develops and writes plans and updates for the Towns Emergency Operations Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan, Recovery Plan, NIMS compliance, Debris Management Plan and all other emergency management plans.
- Gathers, assembles, and analyzes data; participates in budget development; researches and recommends grant opportunities; prepares grant applications and manages and monitors grants received; compiles information for statistical, financial and budget reports; drafts documents including motions, contracts, ordinances and grants; administers contracts with other agencies.
- Prepares and reviews emergency action plans for all special events utilizing the public right- of-way.
- Serves as municipal representative for various state and countywide emergency management meetings.
- Leverage technology and data to enhance situational awareness, decision-making capabilities, enhance planning and response processes, and increase county-wide data sharing and technology integration opportunities
- Manages various preparedness and response tools including but not limited to Everbridge, WebEOC, and GETS.
- Research and recommend grant opportunities; prepares grant applications and manages and monitors grants received to ensure compliance with all regulations
- Collaborate with Town departments to develop, present and evaluate emergency management plans and procedures.
- Keeps up to date with emergency management issues and provides information to Town departments as required.
- Conducts training and public information presentations for Town employees and general population.
- Plans, and provides training in all aspects and phases of emergency management and emergency preparedness; develops, coordinates and supports emergency management exercises and drills.
- Organizes disaster drills and exercises. Reviews results and recommends improvements.
- Response
- Responsible for maintaining the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in a constant operational readiness condition; oversee the use of the EOC on a daily basis and ensure all equipment is maintained in a 24/7 readiness status.
- Supports the day-to-day operation of the EOC, including during times of natural or human-made emergencies/disasters; coordinates the activation of the EOC with prior consultation with Town Officials in all emergencies, with all support annexes and outside agencies as necessary.
- Acts as a liaison with other municipalities, county, state, federal and other emergency management organizations, in conjunction with Emergency Management Coordinator.
- Responds to emergency events within the Town that involve emergency operations; performs duties within the emergency operations center as assigned; oversees and coordinates documentation of activities, expense and reimbursement activities during the recovery phase of any emergency.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required for the efficient and effective operation of the Office of Emergency Management in the Town of Chapel Hill.
Physical Demands
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing or stooping, operating a motor vehicle, or at the scene of an emergency or non-emergency situation. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and strength. Must be able to work for extended periods of time in a physically hostile environment.
Work Environment
The work is typically performed in a variety of environments and locations involving high heat, extreme temperatures, difficult terrain, and varying heights, confined spaces, limited visibility, and hazardous atmospheres. The work environments include fire and police stations, vehicles, and emergency scenes. May require working after hours, additional hours, overnight during EOC activation.
Minimum Qualifications
A combination of years of experience, education and certification that meets or exceeds the following:
- Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, planning, business, fire safety, law enforcement, or a directly related field from an accredited school or university.
- A minimum of five years of experience in a related field.
Knowledge Of
- Thorough knowledge of the practices, procedures, standards and regulations regarding emergency management coordination at the local level including but not limited to Incident Command Systems (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- Has demonstrated knowledge in all four phases of the Emergency Management Disaster Cycle Services.
- Considerable knowledge of current literature, trends, developments, and best practices in the field of emergency management.
Ability To
- Solve problems and make sound decisions
- Use web-based software systems
- Use Microsoft office Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, or similar tools
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Model behavior that is consistent with our values of RESPECT
Registrations, Certifications, & Licenses
- A valid North Carolina driver’s license (or ability to attain within 30 days)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a municipal government setting preferred.
- Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses preferred
This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
The position is driving essential and must conform to the Town's Safe Driving and Accident Policy and procedures.
