Individual Assistance Emergency Services Coordinator

About the role

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) seeks enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. We serve as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates program related efforts
• Organizes and monitors resources to support activity associated with implementing program objectives
• Provides a wide range of other analytical and technical tasks
• Prepares detailed plans and specifications
• Conducts technical research
• Makes detailed analysis
• Analyzes situations to make appropriate recommendations
• Acts with independence while maintaining a routine workload and responding to short-term tasks
• Meets regulatory and internal deadlines on all assignments
• Performs duties during both normal and disaster recovery operations
• May be required to travel on short notice

Requirements

• A high level of knowledge and experience in disaster program laws, regulations, policies, and damage assessments
• The ability to analyze situations accurately, reason logically, implement policy and regulations, and effectively communicate with Cal OES staff and management, public agency representatives, and federal staff
• Functions in a demanding and changing environment, acting with independence while maintaining a routine workload and responding to short-term tasks
• Meets regulatory and internal deadlines on all assignments

Qualifications

• Recognizes behaviors and symptoms resulting from trauma and applies trauma-informed practices
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Observes and protects the confidentiality of sensitive materials and information
• Utilizes computer tools such as Smartsheet, Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Adapts to changing priorities and assumes complex duties
• Communicates clearly through exceptional written and verbal communication
• Possesses strong organizational and time management skills
• Prioritizes workload and performs well under pressure during rapidly changing situations
• Able to work in remote locations or makeshift environments
• Demonstrates sound decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Exhibits leadership abilities as needed and represents the program professionally at meetings or briefings
• Follows established directions, protocols, and procedures

Skills

• Knowledge of disaster program laws, regulations, policies, and damage assessments
• Ability to analyze situations accurately, reason logically, implement policy and regulations, and communicate professionally
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and assume complex duties
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to prioritize workload and perform under pressure
• Experience working in remote or makeshift environments
• Solid decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Leadership abilities

Benefits

Free Parking
On-site Gym and Locker Room
Electric Carport
Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
401(k) and 457(b) Plans
Flexible Schedules
Generous Paid Time Off
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Investment in Career Development
Located Near Many Local Eateries, Financial Institutions, and the Light Rail Station