SENIOR COORDINATOR (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES)

Job Description and Duties Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. The Senior Coordinator (Fire and Rescue Services) is a uniformed rank and works under the direction of the Fire Administration CEA – Deputy Chief, Fire and Rescue Division. The Sr. Coordinator of the Fire Integrated Real-Time Intelligence System (FIRIS) is responsible for managing and overseeing the FIRIS Unit, in coordination and collaboration of FIRIS resources and program, including data, intelligence, compliance, policies, and procedures. Responds to emergencies and incidents throughout the state or as assigned; provides direction and coordination for operations of the fleet during emergency operations incidents; provides staff support for Fire and Rescue Division committees and working groups; and performs other related duties as assigned. Provides direction and oversight to personnel in the FIRIS Intel Unit and must have in-depth experience working within the Incident Awareness and Assessment (IAA) field and knowledge and background on aviation and its platform. Has the responsibility for the day-to-day administration of the FIRIS program and the California Fire and Rescue Emergency Mutual Aid System. Acts as a technical and program consultant to all levels of California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and external entities and evaluates Fire and Rescue incidents and operations throughout the state to determine timing and priorities for activating and deploying Cal OES Fire and Rescue resources. Provides operational direction for all-risk fire incidents and emergencies throughout their course of business. Directs as necessary during emergency operations that will require the employee be available, by whatever means, for both emergency and non-emergency consultation and guidance as necessary. This may involve working long hours, weekends, holidays, and irregular shifts. When assigned to emergency field operations, duties may require working in extreme temperatures, smoke, different terrain features and weather conditions and locations. Maintains all assigned Personnel Protective Equipment and the assigned state owned, emergency equipped, vehicle in a state of readiness at all times. Works with a high level of independence, exercising initiative and makes decisions on complex emergencies. Must have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with professionals and non-professionals both in writing and verbally. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . #J-18808-Ljbffr State of California