What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Emergency Services Coordinator position at Alameda County Sheriff's Office - Recruiting Unit?
Under the general direction of the Emergency Services Supervisor, plans and coordinates the Alameda County emergency management and disaster preparedness program, and performs related work as required.
The incumbent of this position plans, staffs, coordinates, and directs the various programs and activities of the County Office of Emergency Services and coordinates, as the lead agency in the Alameda County Operational Area, information and resources during declared emergencies. This position differs from the next higher position, Emergency Services Supervisor, by the latter position having responsibility for the supervision of staff. Incumbents must be willing to be on call and available on a 24-hour day basis.
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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess demonstrated proficiency and experience in the following critical areas:
- Planning and Organizing
- Building Partnerships
- Information Monitoring
- Decision Making
- Political Savvy
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Either I
Experience:
The equivalent of one year of full-time experience in the classification of Emergency Services Coordinator II in the Alameda County classified service (Non-classified includes District Attorney’s Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts
Or II
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, or a related field.
(Additional management-level work experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis).
AND
Experience:
The equivalent of two years of full-time management level experience in planning, budgeting and procedures development with an emergency services and disaster preparedness program, which included emergency program management or program planning and/or evaluation review activities.
Or III
Education:
Possession of an associate degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Public Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, or a related field.
Experience:
The equivalent of four years of full-time management-level work experience in planning, budgeting, and procedures development with an emergency services and disaster preparedness program, which included emergency program management or program planning and/or evaluation review activities.
License:
All candidates must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above minimum qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of:
- Emergency services administration, program development, and evaluation.
- Principles and practices of management are necessary to plan, organize, direct, manage, and evaluate the staff and functions of an emergency preparedness, recovery, and response operation.
- Aspects of emergency services administration include appropriate methods, procedures, and technical expertise.
- State and federal laws and ordinances related to local and regional disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
- Technology, trends, and techniques in the areas of emergency and disaster preparedness, response, relief, and recovery.
- Principles and practices of public administration, organization, budget, management analysis, supervision, personnel management, employee relations, modern information systems applications, and organization development.
- The National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS), Operational Area Satellite Information System (OASIS), and Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS.
Ability to:
- Understand and utilize technical equipment and programs necessary for the operation of the Office of Emergency Services.
- Competently use communication systems, computers, display systems, software programs, mapping systems, and other software utilized in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and in the OES Emergency Management program.
- Plan, organize, manage, and evaluate the staff and functions of an emergency preparedness, recovery, and response operation.
- Direct and coordinate all levels of personnel and aspects of emergency services administration in an actual emergency or disaster situation.
- Determine emergency service and disaster preparedness program objectives and priorities to achieve an integrated, focused approach to achieve those objectives.
- Formulate and implement policies, plans, and procedures for monitoring and reviewing OES responses in a time of disaster; analyze and evaluate statistical data and reports related to emergency services, and prepare periodic reports required by county, state, and federal agencies.
- Write and/or approve and coordinate budget requests and claims for reimbursement of funds.
- Interpret, apply, and explain county policies and state and federal legislation related to emergency services.
- Effectively manage, train, develop, and motivate staff.
- Keep informed of new technology, trends, and techniques in the areas of emergency response and disaster relief including computer programs associated with the maintenance and update of the emergency response plans.
- Communicate effectively.
- Use a variety of communication methods to negotiate and gain acceptance, cooperation, and agreement on plans, activities, and programs.
Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging healthcare options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discounts, and fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well-being.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.
Salary : $83,828