Emergency Preparedness Manager
City of Lakewood (CA) - Emergency Preparedness Manager
Description
Under general direction of the Director of Public Safety, plans, organizes, administers and coordinates the City-wide Emergency Management Program for the preparedness, response and recovery phases for local disasters, emergencies and national security emergencies, including environmental alerts or issues; plans, develops and executes public education and community outreach programs and training on emergency preparedness; and performs related duties as required.
Examples of Duties
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Administer, develop and maintain the City’s strategic emergency management plan and supporting plans and procedures
- Monitor and analyze trends in emergency management planning and recommend improvements in emergency preparedness, response and recovery to ensure the City is well prepared for all hazards
- Administer the city’s emergency management program and coordinate training and/or meetings with other city departments, agencies and the designated Area E Disaster Management Area Coordinator
- Perform a variety of administrative, operational, research and analytical duties in support of the City-Wide Emergency Management program
- Advise departments on their emergency plans and coordinate interdepartmental activities
- Maintain and organize the City’s Emergency Operation Center (EOC), ensuring equipment is in working order. During emergencies, provide support and assistance to the City’s Incident Commander and oversee the functioning of the EOC
- Develop, maintain and update the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Emergency Operations Plan, strategic emergency management plan and all supporting policies and procedures, including Continuity of Government, Continuity of Operations and others
- Prepare and practice exercises on a continuous basis to evaluate and improve the City’s ability to respond to disaster and emergencies
- Ensure the proper maintenance, training, and development of emergency personnel, including disaster volunteer resources such as Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
- Coordinate and manage the Ham Radio program for both city personnel and the community
- Develop, utilize and expand emergency warning and notification systems and capabilities
- Serve as the City’s liaison on emergency preparedness issues with the United State Federal Emergency Management Agency, the State of California Office of Emergency Services, Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management, Area E and other local municipalities
- Research, develop, apply for, allocate and implement grant funding to enhance the City’s ability to respond to disasters and emergencies
- Stockpile, inventory and maintain disaster supplies and equipment
- Provide training and required certification and preparation of all City personnel in order to sufficiently respond to emergencies, including those emergencies requiring activation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Monitor potential emergencies and disasters and notify appropriate personnel
- Follow emergencies, facilitate preparation of FEMA/OES financial reimbursement claims, maintain required documentation and prepare After Action Reports and critiques
- Prepare a variety of correspondence, memos, briefings, reports and newsletters to publicize emergency preparedness
- Prepare and present written and oral reports
- Assist in preparing and administering the department budget, monitoring expenditures and revenues throughout the year
- Attend evening and weekend meetings and travel to various locations to meet the program needs of the position
- Assume responsibility for department operations in the absence of the Director.
- May assign, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in emergency management, public policy, public or business administration, criminal justice, or a closely related field, four years of professional experience in emergency management, emergency preparedness, and/or emergency response programs and at least one year of supervisory experience.
Licenses/Certifications:
Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and good driving record
FEMA Certification in ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800 training is required; ICS-300, ICS-400, G-191 and G- 775 are highly desirable
Completion of Basic CERT training, CERT Train-the-Trainer and CERT program manager certification is highly desirable
Certification as an Emergency Manager by the International Association of Emergency Managers is highly desirable
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of emergency preparedness development, planning, management, policies, operations, services and response procedures; methods and techniques in emergency preparedness training; community emergency and disaster support and assistance resources; federal, state, county and local regulations, policies and guidelines related to civil defense, disaster and emergency preparedness; principles and practices of organization, administration, budget, human resources management and public relations; principles and practices of supervision and training; research methods and techniques of effective report writing; Public contact techniques and principles and practice of customer service; operations and activities of local government; and Windows-based word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software (MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Skills and Abilities: Prepare, maintain, plan and organize a comprehensive emergency management program ensuring knowledge and implementation of County, State, and Federal laws, regulations, and practices pertaining to emergency management; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare administrative and financial reports; interpret basic descriptive statistical reports; write grants relating to Emergency Management; develop and conduct EOC exercises; maintain and develop strong working partnerships with local, State and Federal agencies; prepare clear and concise written reports and conduct oral presentations; research and write technical documents; build community and organizational support emergency service programs; develop and conduct emergency service training programs; conduct community education programs and presentations; manage volunteer organizations; organize and prioritize activities to meet deadlines; supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; use personal computers and City’s software programs necessary to perform the job; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other agencies, officials, employees and the public; analyze problems and recommend effective courses of action; handle stressful or sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy; and function effectively in a staff capacity.
Physical and Mental Demands: Ability to see and hear within normal ranges and dexterity to read, write, type, operate office equipment such as a computer, telephone, calculator, copier, fax machine, writing instruments; ability to drive vehicle, be at work daily and on time, communicate in writing and orally in public and over the telephone; understand written and verbal directions; must be able to respond at any time (24 hours/day) to an emergency situation impacting the City. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, stand walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
Supplemental Information
The benefits package associated with regular full-time positions includes:
- Retirement Formula - The City participates in the CalPERS retirement system 2% at 55 for "classic" CalPERS members and 2% at 62 for "new" CalPERS members 2. The City does not participate in Social Security
- Generous Leave Programs - 13 paid holidays; sick leave; and two weeks annual vacation (three weeks after three years, four weeks after 15 years)
- Health Insurance - Cafeteria benefit plan includes medical and dental options (City participates in the CalPERS medical insurance plans). Employee cafeteria allowance for single employee only coverage is $1,359.02 per month; for employee +1 eligible dependent coverage is $1,590.00; and for employee + 2 or more eligible dependents coverage is $1,775.00. City paid life insurance, long-term disability and vision insurance for the employee.
- Other Benefits: Longevity pay beginning at the completion of 10 years of qualified service; career medical retiree benefit programs
Selection Procedure: All properly submitted applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates appearing to have the best qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process which may require any combination of the following: a written examination, a performance examination and one or more oral interviews. Not all applicants may be tested or interviewed.
