Emergency Services Planner

Emergency Services Planner

The County of Monterey is a diverse community set in a picturesque coastal location and offers tourists and residents alike the comfort of a moderate, Mediterranean climate, miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and scenic valleys. Boasting such world-renowned attractions as the spectacular Big Sur Coast, Laguna Seca Raceway, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz and Blues Festivals and Pebble Beach – possibly the world's most famous golf course, it's easy to see why over 450,000 residents choose to live here and an estimated four million visitors a year make the County of Monterey their destination of choice. The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans' preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.

The County of Monterey Department of Emergency Management (DEM) serves as the Operational Area Authority under the California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). DEM is responsible for coordinating all phases of emergency management across Monterey County jurisdictions and partner agencies. The department provides leadership in incident coordination, situational awareness, resource management, and emergency operations, ensuring an integrated and effective countywide response to disasters and large-scale emergencies. DEM also administers planning and training programs, public warning and information systems, and interagency collaboration to enhance community resilience and disaster readiness.

Join our team of dedicated emergency management and administrative professionals who are committed to excellence, innovation, and public service. We are a high-performing, community-focused organization that values collaboration, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving to build a safer, more resilient Monterey County.

Position Summary: The Emergency Services Planner, under general supervision, will assist in the planning, coordination, development and promotion of emergency services operations; will assist in the organization and training of emergency services personnel; will perform administrative and office support duties; and perform other duties as required.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.

Examples of Duties

• Assist in the coordination, promotion and execution of area-wide emergency services programs, resource management, operational readiness, and response plans and capabilities; recommends emergency services policies, procedures, and regulations; assist in the development of long range strategic planning efforts with a variety of public/private partners; performs a variety of technical and administrative duties and projects to assist the Emergency Services Manager.
• Assist in the development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of policies, plans and procedures for monitoring and evaluating the Department of Emergency Management capabilities during emergencies and disasters. Programs include efforts related to preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery activities; and resource management and inventory. This position is responsible to coordinate and promote emergency planning with affected county departments, incorporated cities, special districts, nonprofit organizations, as well as business and private organizations.
• Develop, prepares implement, and review a variety of emergency contingency plans, protocols, and standard operating procedures to meet established goals including, and in response to, identified natural and technological hazards; formulate plans involving radiological safety, communications, emergency response, and directed hazard mitigation plans, Continuity of Operations Planning [COOP]/Continuity of Government [COG], debris management plans, Emergency Operations Plans; Hazard Specific Response plans and Logistics and Recovery plans.
• Ensure and maintain the Operational Area Emergency Operations Center's [EOC] up-to-date, functional and readiness status, including the WebEOC system integration, and research and recommend new technology and best practices.
• Develop, design and provide for the recruitment, selection, training and exercises development of emergency services [EOC] team members/personnel; identify training needs of county stakeholders including law enforcement, fire, EMS, non-profits, private business, etc.; prepare, develop and execute training and educational programs and ongoing exercise training sessions/programs to other local public safety agencies and the general public as needed.
• Analyze data, conduct special studies and prepare comprehensive reports, i.e. Board of Supervisors' reports, budget committee reports, annual reports, and other special reports as required.
• Conduct, facilitate and/or attend information seminars, conferences, presentations, public and professional meetings, and meetings with representatives of schools, community, business and industry to discuss, assess, and develop effective plans for emergency management purposes and regarding governmental policies and procedures related to emergency management.
• May serve as the duty officer and acting Emergency Services Manager for Monterey County as needed.

The Successful Candidate Will Have a Proven Track Record Demonstrating the Following Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of: Basic principles, practices, and methodology required in the preparation of a multi-hazard functional plan The function of Emergency Operation Centers, facilities, warning equipment and systems required during disaster/emergency operations including IPA WS (Integrated Public Alerting and Warning System); and coordinated response to emergencies.
• Principles and practices of emergency services planning, including whole community planning, core capabilities, current technology, trends and techniques in the areas of emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
• Principles of organization, planning, management, supervision, training/development and personnel administration.
• Federal, state, regional and local emergency services programs, community organization and resources.
• Functions and organization of local governmental structures including the application of public safety operations, i.e. general functions of the Sheriff's Department, police, EMS and fire departments, and other public safety agencies.
• Federal, State and local laws and ordinances related to local and regional disaster preparedness, response, recovery and regulatory requirements applicable to emergency management.
• Thorough knowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS) and understanding of the California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) including the National Preparedness Directives and Frameworks.
• Use and proper care of personal computer equipment.

• Skill and Ability to: Determine emergency service and disaster preparedness program objectives and priorities to achieve those objectives.
• Research, analyze and evaluate complex statistical data, reports, problems, information, critical situations, policies, and procedures related to emergency services, and recommend effective resolution and implementation, and/or prepare periodic reports required by Federal, State and County agencies.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative; remain calm and think clearly in emergency situations.
• Take and transmit/provide clear and complete directions/information.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally, to prepare comprehensive oral and written reports in support of management objectives, i.e. administrative, technical and statistical reports; write comprehensive emergency response plans; to speak before public officials, the press, and the general public in order to promote and gain concurrence and cooperation.
• Effectively manage, train, develop and motivate County employees and stakeholders in emergency management principles.
• Operate a personal computer and specialized applications/systems.
• Establish and maintain effective public relations and working relationships with those contacted through the course of work.
• Perform a variety of tasks simultaneously.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education : College course work equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration, disaster planning or related field from an accredited college or university.

AND Experience : Approximately three years of increasingly responsible administrative or management experience in an organization which has included planning, development, and organizing of disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts within or in close coordination with an office of emergency services, public safety organization or related domain, administrative procedures and policies, budget and program analysis in the area of emergency services, or a closely related field. OR Certification : Possession of a California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) Emergency Management Specialist certification, or a FEMA Professional Development Series certificate. AND Experience : Approximately two years of increasingly responsible administrative or management experience in a large organization which has included planning and development of administrative procedures and policies, budget and program analysis in the area of emergency services, or a closely related field.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority ; and have/maintain a satisfactory driving record by the time of hire.
• Be available to report after work hours, work