NATURE OF WORK
This is technical and administrative work assisting in the planning, coordination and administration of the countywide emergency management program. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in performing diversified administrative work in order to assist the Division Director in the execution of the Broward County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP).
Work is performed in accordance with the CEMP, established policies and procedures, and involves the use of initiative, and diplomacy in dealing with individuals, businesses, government, military organizations, and various community groups.
Work also involves serving as a liaison with municipal, county, state, federal and community agencies. Supervision is received through conferences with an administrative superior and by adherence to established policies and procedures. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and program achievements.
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS
Assists municipal, county, and state partners with planning, training, and operational outreach relating to the implementation of assigned emergency management programs.
Assists in maintaining operational readiness of the Division and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC); assists in developing exercises and standard operating procedures, checklists and job aids.
Assists in the preparation of project applications for federal and state funds to provide expansion of facilities and services; researches the feasibility of expanded activities and submit reports to administrative superiors.
Assists in the emergency activation functions of the EOC to assure the operational readiness and effective performance.
Assists in developing and delivering emergency management and disaster preparedness education to a variety of audiences.
Provides assistance to an administrative superior in specially assigned areas of operation and assists and advises on matters pertaining to programs or projects assigned.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Some knowledge of emergency management and public safety principles, procedures, practices and regulations.
Some knowledge of state, federal and local laws, ordinances, and regulations dealing with public safety, emergency management, and homeland security.
Some knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Some knowledge of research techniques, sources and availability of information.
Some knowledge of personal computers and effective procedures for their use.
Ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to interact effectively in large or small groups as well as with a wide range of individuals in a diverse environment.
Ability to work independently, in a self-directed manner, or as a team member.
Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County’s Ethics and Conflict of Interest policies.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in public or business administration or field related to emergency management; one (1) year experience in a staff or administrative capacity appropriate to emergency management planning and/or operations; or any equivalent combination of relevant training and experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license.
Proof of completion of the following incident command courses must be submitted within six (6) months of hire:
FEMA ICS-100: Introduction to Incident Command System
FEMA ICS-200: Incident Command System (ICS) for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
FEMA ICS-300: Intermediate Incident Command System (ICS) for Expanding Incidents
FEMA ICS-400: Advanced Incident Command System (ICS), Command & General Staff/Complex Incidents
FEMA IS-700: National Incident Management System (NIMS) – An Introduction
FEMA IS-800: National Response Framework - An Introduction
Note: may be required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bargaining Unit: Government Supervisors Association – Professional Unit
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Code of Ethics Certification: No
Class Spec. Estab./Revised: E 06/2010 R 10/2010
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