Emergency Management Specialist

Flagler County Emergency Management Position

Flagler County is dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve and strives to deliver a vibrant and prosperous community with a focus on providing exceptional quality of life. As we work together to put the needs of our community first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family now, and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities, you can build a long, successful career with us. You'll thrive in an environment where we build a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration and empowering staff to facilitate positive outcomes. We understand the importance of work/life balance, having flexible work schedules and the ability to be able to afford health insurance. That's why our benefits are known to be some of the best around! We offer a robust benefit package that includes low-cost health insurance, no cost onsite wellness center and gym, retirement in the Florida Retirement System, County paid basic life insurance, 13 paid holidays, generous personal leave, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, and wellness programs to support a happier, healthier you. At Flagler County we aspire to be the catalyst that makes us an employer of choice.

Position Summary: This is administrative, technical, and at times manual work, involving the coordination, conduct and maintenance of a variety of emergency management programs and equipment. Responsibilities include asset management, tool and technology maintenance and utilization, customer service, and programmatic implementation related to emergency management programs. Essential Functions:

• Performs routine office functions including answering telephones, typing, filing, data entry, mail distribution, and composing reports and correspondence.
• Maintains, inventories, purchases, prepares, and distributes disaster equipment, supplies, and materials, to include the operation of material moving equipment.
• Maintains, purchases, and operates emergency management electronic, audiovisual, communications and other equipment.
• Conducts disaster preparedness presentations to the public, business, industry, and non-profit organizations, to include social media outreach.
• Assists in situational awareness and conducts related briefings.
• Assigned program areas may include: NWS Storm Ready, Healthcare Facility Plan Review, Public Alert and Notifications, Public Education and Outreach, EOC Facilities Maintenance, Disaster Supply maintenance and inventory management.
• Prepares and maintains operational checklists and operating procedures.
• Researches, identifies, and maintains data/records regarding hazards and historical disaster background as it relates to the County.
• In the event of an emergency or crisis situation, must be available for extended periods.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• During emergencies, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in emergency or disaster management. 2 years of full-time experience working for a local or state government emergency management agency may be substituted for the associate degree requirement.
• 1 year of full-time experience working for a local or state government, in an emergency management, public safety, planning, or contract/project management role. An internship, as part of an emergency management degree program, directly in a state or local emergency management agency may be substituted for the 1-yr full time experience requirement.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida Class 'E' driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the County.
• Must have successfully completed the following FEMA Emergency Management Institute courses: IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800, and Professional Development Series.

Flagler County residency is required within 1 year of the date of hire, due to on-call status. Flagler County is a drug free workplace; some positions may require a pre-employment drug screen. Flagler County, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Flagler County, Florida will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of standards relative to general office functions and expectations.
• Ability to maintain accurate record keeping and organization skills.
• Skilled in the proper and efficient use of office equipment and technology.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products and Web-based applications.
• Skilled in making sound, independent judgment decisions.
• Ability to prepare and make public speaking presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to groups and individuals.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders and community partners
• Ability to react calmly and promptly during an emergency or disaster situation.
• Ability to work for extended hours on a continuous basis, during emergencies or disasters.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Demands: Medium work. Ability to see, hear, talk, lift (50 lbs.), carry, push, stand, climb, crouch, balance, handle, fingering, pull, walk, crawl, kneel, and reach.
• Environmental Demands: Both inside and outside work. Potentially hazardous work conditions. Ability to tolerate heat, inclement weather (rain, cold, humidity), water, odors, dust, poor ventilation, fumes, toxic fumes.
• Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend professional journals; manuals and procedures; safety instructions; financial reports; memos, letters, policies, and reports. Ability to perform shop math and general mathematical functions. Ability to write business letters, speeches, summaries, and reports. Ability to speak clearly and concisely relating information, data, and details to laypeople; conversant in theory and practices of discipline; and public/extemporaneous speaking.