King County

Summary THIS ROLE IS CONSIDERED A FIRST RESPONDER AND MUST PHYSICALLY REPORT TO WORKSITE. THIS IS AN IN-OFFICE POSITION. King County's Office of Emergency Management is looking for an Emergency Management Program Professional to join our team.

The position is responsible for working on Hazard Mitigation and Wildfire Protection Planning efforts and programs involving inter-agency, inter-jurisdictional, and multi-disciplinary coordination in King County. Be a key player in the planning and development for present and future services. Roles involve daily interaction with senior-level management, elected officials, and multiple intergovernmental partners.

Requires a self-starter who is interpersonally and politically savvy, can work on multiple projects, and is a great problem solver. CURRENT POSITIONS - Successful candidates will be placed in the Emergency Management Program Specialist or Coordinator classification. Classification determination ill be based on experience, skill, and knowledge the candidate demonstrates.

The Hazard Mitigation and Community Wildfire Protection Planner will work closely with the Risk Reduction and Operations Section of KCOEM, specifically the Hazard Mitigation Program Coordinator, in support of risk reduction planning efforts related to wildfire. The planner will convene planning team meetings, conduct public outreach, facilitate the review and update of the plan, plan elements, and related information needs, as well as facilitate workshops and events. The Planner will work with partners annexing to the Plan.

Emergency Management Program Specialist- $42.7538- $54.1930 Emergency Management Program Coordinator- $54.1930-$61.0157 Job Duties SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES - The successful Emergency Management Program Coordinator candidate, at a minimum, will demonstrate skill and ability to: Facilitate the development and administration of multiple emergency management programs focused on mitigation activities and wildfire preparedness planning which may include complex components of grant and contract management, hazard and threat identification, risk assessment, emergency planning, capability development, training and exercises, and event planning. Participate in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operational readiness activities including writing procedures and coordinating maintenance of equipment, training, and exercises. Act as emergency management "Duty Officer" to respond to Office of Emergency Management responsibilities during regular and non-business hours

Work with OEM staff members in the development and delivery of disaster management training programs, courses, and preparedness presentations to diverse audiences; schedule location and training; and coordinate training materials and other training needs as required. Conduct outreach and education for communities in King County areas that are potentially at risk of being impacted by disasters. Coordinate with city, County, state, federal, and other partners on the implementation of the King County Community Wildfire Protection Plan and support community jurisdictions in the development or update of annexes.

Develop, plan, and facilitate multiple workshops for stakeholders and legislative/executive mandated committees. Analyze and assist with developing recommendations for process improvement, reducing waste, and promoting value-added activities during day-to-day operations, and during EOC activations. Promote, support, and facilitate regional coordination, communication, and collaboration, to unify and/or connect region-wide emergency management practices.

Staff the EOC during activations. The successful Emergency Management Program Specialist candidate, at a minimum, will demonstrate skill and ability to: Assist in the development and administration of multiple emergency management programs focused on operations, or mitigation activities and wildfire preparedness planning, which may include complex components of grant and contract management, hazard and threat identification, risk assessment, emergency planning, capability development, training and exercises, and event planning. Participate in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operational readiness activities including writing procedures and coordinating maintenance of equipment, training, and exercises.

Conduct outreach and education for communities in King County areas that are potentially at risk of being impacted by disasters. Coordinate with city, county, state, federal, and other partners on plans. Assist in the development and execution of plans and workshops for partners and legislative/executive mandated committees.

Assist with developing recommendations for process improvement, reducing waste, and promoting value-added activities during day-to-day operations, and during EOC activations. Support regional coordination, communication, and collaboration, to unify and/or connect region-wide emergency management practices. Staff the EOC during activations.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CANDIDATE WHO - Emergency Management Program Coordinator candidate: Have a background and knowledge of either Emergency Management and Emergency Operations Center operations and structures, or a knowledge of hazard mitigation planning, wildfire risk, community planning for defensible space, or wildfire risk reduction programs. Have a background and knowledge of current emergency management principles and practices and local, state or federal wildfire protection programs; OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the skill and ability to perform the job duties; Are knowledgeable of current principles and practices in grant management and project management; Are able to conduct and analyze capabilities and gap analyses, and prepare reports. Has a track record of developing and maintaining working relationships with a variety of constituents and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Is flexible and can adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment. Is comfortable and proficient with the use of office productivity tools in daily work (The County uses Microsoft Office, and other online collaboration tools). Emergency Management Program Specialist candidate: Has a awareness of current emergency management laws, regulations, principles, and practices, and Federal grant programs; OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the skill and ability to perform the job duties; Is knowledgeable of current principles and practices in planning, program management, and project management; Is able to research, analyze, and synthesize capabilities and risk, undertake gap analyses, and prepare reports and presentations.

Has a track record of developing and maintaining working relationships with a variety of constituents and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Is flexible and can adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment. Supplemental Information NECESSARY SPECIAL INFORMATION -Successful candidates for this position must be able to: Obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License; Pass a thorough background check/investigation; Serve in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in an operational capacity or at other locations as may be assigned during exercises, emergencies, or disasters; Be willing to work extended hours, nights and weekends with minimal notice and carrying a cell phone and radio 24 hours a day, seven days a week; Serve as a First Responder during any emergency.

This position is represented by PROTEC17 - Emergency Management THE APPLICATION PROCESS: This is an exciting opportunity open to all applicants. A King County Application is required. We highly encourage you to include a resume and letter of interest with your application materials.

If you have any questions, please contact Brittney Marzest, Senior Talent Advisor at bmarzest@kingcounty.gov This recruitment is an effort to fill our immediate vacancies as well as create a hire list that will be used for any positions that become vacant within the next 6 months, including additional Term Limited Temporary (TLT) and Career Service (CS) positions. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence

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