EMA Specialist

Under general supervision of the EMA Coordinator, the EMA Specialist will assist with planning, organizing, and coordinating citywide emergency management efforts through the preparation and maintenance of the City Emergency Plan; liaison with local, county, state, and federal agencies; represents the City of Brunswick at various emergency planning meetings; performs emergency management duties in support of the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC); assists with designing, developing, and implementation of emergency preparedness and response information and educational training programs. Serves as Public Safety PIO.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Assists with the operations of emergency management to ensure proper implementation of the departments vision and mission.

2. Assists with development, coordination, and implementation of City Readiness Initiative.

3. Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and modification of emergency preparedness plans.

4. Perform supportive duties for the continued development and maintenance of the City’s Emergency Management Program in coordination with local EMA personnel.

5. Prepare and submit reports and planning updates to state and federal agencies as required.

6. Prepares and submits grant applications related to the function of EMA and public safety and manages acquired grants.

7. Prepares and delivers public education presentations designed to enhance awareness and foster personal preparedness among the citizens of Brunswick Georgia, civic, and other local organizations, business, and industries.

8. Performs administrative and technical duties for the facilitation and coordination of training and exercises involving City departments, local, state, and federal partners, and external agencies.

9. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with city, county, state, and federal agencies and other groups as necessary to emergency management.

10. Functions in the capacity of a Public Safety – Public Information Officer as needed/required.

11. Functions within the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or other designated Special Operations Center (SOC) during emergency and non-emergency incidents including, but not limited to, major emergencies, incidents, disasters, training exercises, and special events.

12. Monitors weather and weather conditions, especially during notable times such as hurricane season.

13. Represents the City at various meetings, trainings, conferences, and seminars as required.

14. Supports special projects/programs as necessary to implement the City’s Emergency Management Program.

15. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. Federal, state, and local legislation, practices, and procedures associated with emergency management and emergency situations.

2. Principles of municipal emergency service program planning and development, policies, operations, services, and activities.

3. Knowledge of and ability to prepare comprehensive reports.

4. Familiarity of nuclear, technological, natural, chemical, or otherwise classified hazards within the jurisdiction.

5. Considerations for the management and mitigation of various disasters.

6. Functions, procedures, and practices of Emergency Operations Center and emergency communications.

7. Curriculum development, effective instructional delivery strategies, and the delivery of instructional materials.

8. Causes and effects of natural and/or man-made disasters, emergency response command, and public communication systems.

9. Principles related to Public Information Officer and effective balance of information delivery pertaining to matters of public safety.

10. Safe work and driving principles and practices.

11. Principles of research and analysis; sources of information pertinent to public sector administration.

12. Proficient in English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

13. Proficient with technology; principled in the use of technology to enhance the ability and efficiency of the department.

14. Certifications and professional development related to emergency management and subsequent maintenance of achieved certifications.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The EMA Specialist exercises oversight as delegated by the EMA Coordinator regarding training and preparedness for the City of Brunswick. This includes but is not limited to the support of various types and amounts of training, discourses, and/or the functional sharing of knowledge in the accomplishment of their duties.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include NIMS, NFPA, OSHA/NIOSH, Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines and Procedures, local, state, and federal laws and governances related to emergency management. These guidelines require judgement, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

· The work consists of varied duties related to emergency management. This includes research, documentation, administrative support functions, and operational duties during natural/man-made disasters and/or events.

· The purpose of this position is to help save lives and protect property through planning and mitigation strategies while enhancing the City’s operational capabilities and situational awareness.

CONTACTS

· Contacts are typically with City Hall, Glynn County Fire Department, Public Works, Water Department, general public, 911 Dispatch, firefighters, Command Staff, EMS, Police Officers, Southeast Georgia Healthy system, Georgia Power, various weather and/or news agencies, and other partners or agencies as related to emergency preparedness and planning.

· Contacts are typically to give or exchange information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

· The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally/frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes sense of smell.

· The work may be performed in a noisy place, and outdoors, occasionally in inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and contagious, infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires use of protective devices such as a masks, goggles, and gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum four (4) years of experience in public safety with one year (1) in emergency management.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or any combination of experience and training that would provide the requisite knowledge, experience, and ability to perform the job duties effectively.

Georgia Certified Emergency Manager (must obtain within one year of employment).

NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 (must obtain within one year of employment.

Valid State of Georgia driver’s license.

The City of Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26.92 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Brunswick, GA 31520 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brunswick, GA 31520: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27