Emergency Management Program Manager
Applicants that have applied by April 18, 2021 will have first consideration
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
This position is unique for emergency management that includes working on all phases of emergency management including working in the Emergency Operations Center during disasters. The Division Manager will be working on the mitigation and catastrophic plans including working with over 100 stakeholders. Working with a team to implement new training programs for employees, county departments and stakeholders. Work to enhancing the emergency operations center capabilities. Serve as an EOC Manager during EOC activations.
Why It's a Great Department
Pierce County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) was one of the first counties nationally to be accredited through the rigorous Emergency Management Accreditation Program. It is the mission of the Department to create resilient communities and enhance public safety by empowering the whole community in Pierce County to prevent, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from all types of hazards, emergencies, and disasters. If you're looking to become a member of our team working towards ensuring our region remains prepared for anything, bring your public safety, leadership, and strong people skills to Pierce County Emergency Management. For more information about our great organization please visit by clicking HERE
How To Be Successful In The Role
Emergency Management has a strong on-boarding program to ensure employees have received department information, points of contact and resources. Clearly demonstrating strong leadership and supervisory skills while overseeing Emergency Management's Operations, Planning, Training, Exercise, Logistics and Recovery programs. In addition, the management team will work directly with the program manager to provide opportunities for information sharing and regular feedback. The employee will also be eligible to attend FEMA approved training courses.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration. Position Summary
- Serve as a Duty Manager to respond to Department of Emergency Management responsibilities during regular and non-business hours.
- Responsible for the overall supervision and administration of the County's emergency management programs. Programs include planning, training, exercise, operations, logistics and recovery.
- Administer the Pierce County Emergency Management Training Program which provides a broad spectrum of training for county employees and stakeholders.
- Works as a member of a team to provide direct service to stakeholders prior to, during and after an incident or disaster.
Qualifications
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in business or public administration, communications, or a closely related field, AND
- Four or more years of experience in an administrative, supervisory, and/or teaching position which includes at least two or more years of paid or volunteer experience in a recognized emergency organization.
- Any combination of experience/education which would clearly indicate the ability to perform the duties of the position may substitute equally for the recruiting requirements.