What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Preparedness position at ATC?
Planning Specialist :
This position has overall responsibility for coordinating the development of local and state level all-hazard emergency operations and response plans for the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) and the Division of Emergency Preparedness (DEP). Incumbent works with DEP staff, IDOH Divisions, and other federal, state, and local partners to update and maintain plans and procedures that support responses to local and statewide public health emergencies and natural or man-made disasters. Incumbent also plays a significant role in response operations during disasters requiring state level support. The Planning Specialist serves at the direction of the Planning and Preparedness Manager and reports directly to the Planning Supervisor. The Planning Specialist may also provide on-site support for planning activities as assigned by the Planning Supervisor.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities :
- Utilize data and commonly accepted best practices to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement in local and statewide emergency operations planning efforts.
- Coordinate public health and healthcare risk and readiness assessments to identify top hazards and threats to Indiana to support preparedness activity prioritization within the state.
- Coordinate activities between IDOH Divisions in the development and update of emergency operations and response plans related to continuity of operations (COOP), severe weather emergencies, acts of terrorism, infectious disease outbreaks, and biological, chemical, nuclear, and radiological threats.
- Coordinate IDOH planning activities with federal, state, and local emergency
management partners to ensure plans support the processes, capabilities, and expectations of external partners.
accomplishments, as they pertain to local and state planning efforts, and to receive instructions and guidance.
Job Requirements :
Four (4) years of experience in content creation, development, implementation, or related experience. A combination of experience and accredited college training may be considered.
