GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, this position serves as the City's liaison on emergency preparedness issues, coordinates training programs and emergency operations drills, assists departments with their emergency and mitigation plans, grant application and administration, and administers the submittal process for Federal and State reimbursement claims for the City's costs during emergency operations; and performs other related duties.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the Fire Chief. Work is evaluated primarily on the basis of results achieved. May supervise support personnel.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Provides staff support to the Fire Chief and the City Manager's Office to coordinate actual or potential emergency preparedness or response efforts.
- Serves as the City's liaison on emergency preparedness issues with the United States Federal Emergency Management Agency, the State of California Office of Emergency Services, the Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management, Area E and other local municipalities.
- Coordinates training programs and emergency operations exercises and drills to prepare City department staff to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies.
- Develops cost estimates and makes budget projections.
- Develops, maintains and updates the City's Multi-Hazard Function Plan.
- Responds to Emergency Operation Center (EOC) and coordinates operations during natural or man-made disasters.
- Writes memos, City Council Reports, Damage Reports, and other administrative reports.
- Advises departments on their emergency plans and coordinates interdepartmental activities.
- Applies for and administers federal and state grants.
- Administers the process for submitting federal and state reimbursement claims for City's costs during and after emergency operations.
- Serves as the City's Radiological Defense Officer.
- Represents the City on various internal and external task forces and committees.
- Directs and supervises the Emergency Preparedness/Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteer program.
- Reviews state and federal proposed legislation affecting emergency operations and provides recommendations.
- Remains current on emergency management laws, regulations, strategies and trends.
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Public Administration, Fire Science, Emergency Management or a related field from an accredited college or university; AND three (3) years of responsible experience in public administration, research and finance, grants application and administration, including three years of emergency management experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Knowledge Of
- Principles and practices of public administration and government organization.
- Research techniques, methods, and procedures.
- Principles, methods, and practices of municipal budgeting and finance.
- Federal and state grant application processes and sound fiscal administration of grants.
- Principles and practices of local emergency management, including EOC management/operations.
- Principles and practices of National Incident Management Systems (NIMS Standardized Emergency Management Systems (SEMS) and Incident Command Systems (ICS).
Required Skill In
- Integrating and applying the concepts of comprehensive emergency management (mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery) into the City's disaster programs.
- Identifying and analyzing the effects of hazards that threaten the City.
- Securing technical and financial assistance available through state and federal programs and grants.
- Interpreting federal and state funding regulations as they impact the City.
- Gathering pertinent facts, making thorough analyses, and arriving at sound conclusions.
- Working cooperatively with other City employees, representatives from state, county and local governments, and the public.
- Producing written documents with clearly organized thoughts using proper English sentence construction, punctuation and grammar.
- Communicating orally in a face-to-face one-on-one setting, in group settings, or using a telephone.
- Observing, comparing, or monitoring data included in management reports to determine compliance with procedures.
- Working safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
- Comprehending and making inferences from written material in the English language.
- Developing and maintaining working relationships with private, military, local, state and federal officials in order to keep up-to-date on current issues facing the emergency management community.
- Ability to proficiently use the Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Visio).
- Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
Physical Demands / Work Environment
- Work is performed in primarily in an office environment and in an outdoor setting and will require some work in high temperatures (above 80 degrees) and low temperatures (40-60 degrees).
- Work will require frequent driving, lifting, reaching, climbing, stretching and on occasion pushing.
- Remain in a sitting position for long periods of time.
Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts.
All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and submit all required documents -such as licenses, certifications, and proof of education- outlined in the job posting. Incomplete applications, including those missing any required documentation, will not be considered.
Please note: Only the first 50 applications received that best meet the qualifications and needs of the hiring department will be invited to continue in the hiring process.
EXAMINATION
The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.
Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will measure all or portions of the above knowledge, and skills. Phase two (2) is an oral examination (weighted 50%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. A passing score for each phase is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via e-mail of their status at each step of the recruitment. The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.
GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS
The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.
ELIGIBLE LISTS
Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).
Please Note
All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only. Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.
EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE
A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).
EXAMINATION RECORDS
All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.
Fringe Benefits
The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.
Why Work for the City of Compton?
Benefits
We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and career growth, including:
- CalPERS Retirement– Secure pension through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System
- Lifetime Medical Coverage for Retirees– Fully funded by the City after 5 years of service with CalPers
- CalPERS Health Benefits Program– Choice of 10 health plans, with City-paid premiums for employees and eligible dependents (up to the annual Kaiser family rate)
- Employer-Paid Vision and Dental Insurance– For both employees and eligible dependents
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance– Offered through UNUM
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)– For healthcare and dependent care expenses through American Fidelity
- Employee-Sponsored Supplemental Benefits– Optional coverage such as life, disability, and accident insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off– Vacation, sick leave, and 16* paid holidays per year
- 4/10 Flexible Work Schedule– Most Administrative roles based at City Hall enjoy a 4-day workweek, with Fridays off*
- Educational Reimbursement– Up to $3,000 per fiscal year for tuition and books
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)– Confidential services for personal and professional support
- Professional Development Opportunities– Ongoing training and career growth resources
- Total number of holidays are subject to change based on the fiscal year.
- City Hall is closed on Fridays. Please contact HR to confirm if the position you're interested in follows a 4/10 schedule.
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What is the highest level of education you possess? Please note that if you possess an associate's degree or higher in a related field, proof must be attached to your application for validation.
- I possess a Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration, Fire Science, Emergency Management or a related field
- I possess a Master's degree in Business/Public Administration, Fire Science, Emergency Management or a related field
- I possess a Associate's degree in Business/Public Administration, Fire Science, Emergency Management or a related field
- HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- None of the above
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How many years of responsible experience do you possess in the fields of public administration, research and finance, grants application and administration? Please note your application must clearly outline this experience.
- Less than one (1) year
- One (1) to two (2) years
- Three (3) to four (4) years
- Five (5) to six (6) years
- Seven (7) or more years
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How many years of emergency management experience do you possess? Please note your application must clearly outline this experience.
- Less than one (1) year
- One (1) to two (2) years
- Three (3) or more years
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Elaborate on your previous and/or current work experience in which you acquired your emergency management experience. Please be sure to include in your response the position title, agency name, and dates in which you acquired this experience. A complete and detailed answer is required as part of your application.
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Are you a current, permanent employee at the City of Compton? (This excludes individuals currently on probation.)
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Do you have any relatives employed by the City of Compton? If you have any relatives that work for the City of Compton, please indicate their name. If you do not, please type in N/A.
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This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following: 1. Read the entire job description and understand the position you are applying for. 2. Read the Minimum Qualifications and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application; including any licenses and/or certificates if applicable. (Note: resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of a completed application.) 3. Attach any proof of education, licenses and/or certificates if applicable. 4. Completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.
- I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.
- Required Question
