New Job State Emergency Management District Field Officer In Montana

State Emergency Management District Field Officer - ( 23141986 )

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in emergency management? Do you have experience in coordinating preparedness, response, and recovery activities for disasters and emergencies? Do you want to make a difference in your community and state?

If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be interested in applying for the position of State Emergency Management District Field Officer. This position is responsible for providing essential support to the counties and tribes in their assigned district, including maintaining situational awareness of emerging threats and hazards, facilitating local training and exercise opportunities, and assisting with disaster declarations and grant applications. You will also serve as a primary point of contact between the local jurisdictions and the Montana Disaster & Emergency Services and the State Emergency Coordination Center (SECC).

This position falls within the emergency management career ladder which establishes criteria for initial pay and pay increases, based on experience in all aspects of the profession.

Responsibilities:

• Support development and administration of local, tribal, regional and statewide disaster and emergency plans that integrate agency plans and resources at all levels.
• Research new methods, resources, techniques, and strategies with emergency planning and management.
• Provide technical assistance to local and tribal stakeholders in the development and management of grants such as the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) and other Homeland Security grants.
• Assist local and tribal jurisdictions with emergency and disaster declarations when needed.
• Assist local jurisdictions and the State Emergency Coordination Center maintain situational awareness of emerging threat and hazards
• Conduct or coordinate training and exercises for emergency responders and community stakeholders
• Coordinate preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation efforts with local, tribal, state and federal agencies and private industry partners
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

This position is posted until filled. First candidate screen will be 07/24/23.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in emergency management, public administration, or project management or a related field.

• Four years of professional work experience in emergency management or a related field.

• Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency management, including the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System (ICS).

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with diverse audiences.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to travel frequently within the state and occasionally outside the state.

• Ability to work under stressful conditions and respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis.

A combination of education and experience will be considered

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The location of the position is in Helena, Montana, however, telework is an option within the assigned district. You will report to the State Response Bureau Chief.

Conditions of employment: Must successfully pass background and driving records checks.

Must have demonstrated the ability to work with, and engage in, diverse working environments within and outside of the Department of Military Affairs.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $ 57,782.40 - 67,891.20 Yearly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 2 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Shift : Day Job Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time

Primary Location : Helena Agency : Department of Military Affairs Union : 000 - None

Posting Date : Jul 10, 2023, 4:37:17 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Ongoing

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Mandi Edlin | Contact Email : [email protected] | Contact Phone : (406)324-3334