Emergency Management Preparedness Coordinator

Salary: $63,108.42 - $78,885.78 Annually

Location: County Office Building, NC

Job Type: Full-time

About the role

This is professional analytical work in the Office of Emergency Management developing plans for preparedness, response, recovery, and hazard mitigation related to emergency and disaster events. Work may also involve responsibility for developing, implementing, and evaluating plans, policies, and procedures for special emphasis emergency programs or services provided by the Emergency Management Office.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates plans, policies, and procedures for special emphasis emergency programs or services provided by the division.
• Researches and writes plans of response for specific disaster situations such as hazardous material spills, severe weather situations, search and rescue activities, nuclear accidents, and terrorist attacks.
• Incorporates and reviews emergency plans into a comprehensive plan for the County.
• Participates in major response and recovery operations.
• Continuously evaluates plans, in and outside of emergency situations, to ensure appropriate changes to existing plans are implemented and communicated with other local officials as applicable.
• Carry out all duties and requirements in accordance with the Public Health Addendum relevant to a healthcare preparedness coordinator.
• Cover on-call duties and must be available for call-back during emergency situations.
• Teach Emergency Management Programs and conduct public outreach.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in emergency management or related field of study from an accredited college or university with two years of progressively responsible related experience. (Experience is defined as being directly involved with decision-making, plan writing, training, exercise, and active participation in response, mitigation, preparedness, and recovery phases of emergency management); or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Possession of a valid NC driver’s license.
• Must be credentialed to the ICS 300 level.
• Must obtain or possess NC Emergency Management Associate Emergency Manager within 2 years of hire.
• Hazardous Materials Operations certification is preferred.

Skills

• Prior computer skills and experience with Microsoft Windows.
• Prior experience with Communication Equipment, including radios, audiovisual equipment, GIS equipment, and GPS units.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands are required for this position:

• Stand: Frequently (33% - 66% of the time)
• Walk: Frequently (33% - 66% of the time)
• Sit: Frequently (33% - 66% of the time)
• Manually Manipulate: Occasionally (up to 33% of the time)
• Reach Outward: Occasionally (up to 33% of the time)
• Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally (up to 33% of the time)
• Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less: Frequently (33% - 66% of the time)
• Lift/Carry 11-20 lbs.: Frequently (33% - 66% of the time)
• Lift/Carry 21-50 lbs.: Occasionally (up to 33% of the time)
• Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less: Frequently (33% - 66% of the time)
• Push/Pull 13-25 lbs.: Occasionally (up to 33% of the time)
• Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)

Work Environment

Most work will be performed within an office setting, but work may require visits and inspections in a variety of locations. Must be able to periodically walk over rough terrain and maneuver in close surroundings.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Full-time employees are eligible for medical/health (Cigna Insurance) benefits upon the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Alamance County Government currently offers three plans of medical/pharmacy benefit options including 2 Standard PPO plans and a High-Deductible Health Plan with HSA.
• Dental Benefit: Alamance County offers one dental insurance (Delta Dental) plan for full-time employees at no cost. The plan, if elected, would be effective the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment.
• Vision Insurance: A voluntary vision program (Superior Vision) is available to full-time employees. The plan, if elected, would be effective the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment.
• Voluntary Benefits: Includes Flexible Spending Accounts with dependent care opportunities, Health Savings Account with an employer contribution, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Cancer Protection Plan, Group Critical Care Insurance, and more.
• Life Insurance: Basic term life insurance is provided for all full-time employees (one times the annual salary, no greater than $70,000). Additional coverage is available for purchase.
• Retirement Benefits: Membership in the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS) is required for full-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed.
• Time Off Accruals:
  • Vacation Time: Annual Leave is accrued based on years of service. Employees can accrue from 10-25 days per year.
  • Sick Time: Full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year.
  • County Observed Holidays: Alamance County observes the State of North Carolina Holiday Schedule.
• Wellness Benefits & Programming:
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential assistance for stress, anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, legal issues, parenting questions, financial counseling, and dependent care resources.
  • Alamance County Employee Health Center: Available to employees and spouses covered under the Alamance County Insurance Plan and their dependents, 18 years of age and older. Services include treatment of injuries or illnesses, monitoring chronic conditions, health education, and counseling.
  • Additional Benefits: Bereavement pay, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Leave, Volunteer Time Off, and opportunities for professional certification pay.
• Employee Fitness Center: Available for all County employees to use during non-work hours, including weight training equipment, cardio equipment, and an aerobics room.