What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Management Trainee position at Commonwealth of PA?
THE POSITION
Are you interested in joining a team that plays a crucial role in helping citizens recover from disasters in the Commonwealth? If so, consider working with various state agencies, counties, and localities on federal and state recovery initiatives aimed at supporting Pennsylvania residents in their recovery journey. The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency is looking for a meticulous Emergency Management Trainee to carry out essential emergency management tasks that aid the Commonwealth in its disaster recovery efforts. Seize this chance to become an integral part of our vibrant team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will engage in a comprehensive training program, study relevant texts, prepare training materials, and deliver reports on assigned training tasks. You will also contribute to the promotion and coordination of the Federal Individual Assistance (IA) program and the Commonwealth Disaster Recovery Assistance Program (DRAP). Additionally, you will support emergency management initiatives in a designated area by aiding senior specialists in compiling and maintaining a resource inventory and distribution schedule, evaluating emergency resource needs, prioritizing tasks, and managing the allocation and distribution of resources. Your responsibilities will include researching organizational and operational policies to provide recommendations for aligning them with federal and state standards. You will prepare documentation and materials for meetings, conferences, and discussions related to emergency management for various governmental levels and organizations. Furthermore, you will conduct research and create documents, analyses, and presentations for Emergency Management Specialists, local officials, private sector representatives, and the public. You will assist in reviewing program data and offer operational recommendations to enhance disaster response and mitigation procedures, as well as support disaster relief efforts during emergencies.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of a training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel, work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will receive the minimum starting salary listed on this posting. The starting salary is non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in emergency management, homeland security, or a closely related field;; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Special Requirements:
- This position requires possession an active motor vehicle license.
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This position requires certification in the following courses from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute, within 6 months of hire:
- IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System
- IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- IS-800.D: National Response Framework, An Introduction
- IS-2200: Basic Emergency Operations Center Functions
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. OR
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
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