Emergency Communications Officer

Title: Emergency Communications Officer State Role Title: Emergency Coordinator II Hiring Range: $47,000 - $53,000 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Department of Military Affairs Location: Dept of Military Affairs Job Duties The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, the Virginia Air Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force. This position provides emergency communications services and support to the Virginia Department of Military Affairs Emergency Services Section. Key areas of focus include: receive, process, and coordinate emergency response to a geographical area; provide positive customer service to staff, visitors, and other personnel as needed. This position is identified as a critical component in Emergency Services as the initial contact for requesting those services. Telework for this position is only allowed during emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Skill in operating a telephone switchboard, PBX, or other similar multi-line communication systems; Knowledge in communication equipment to include radios, repeaters, and radio frequencies; Proficiency operating with Microsoft 365 Products and software to include SharePoint and Teams; Ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups and coordinate with multiple stakeholders to meet requirements; Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage competing requirements in a high‑stress environment; Ability to obtain and maintain required Emergency Communications Officer Certifications; Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance and NIPR Account; Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record required. Additional Considerations Considerable administrative support experience preferred. EEO Statement The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume. AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Contact Information Name: Loreley A. Leabhart Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr