Emergency Management Specialist

This is professional work supporting the City of Madison's Emergency Management Coordinator with responsibility for grant application and administration, hazard mitigation planning and project management, evacuation planning, special population planning and preparedness, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) development, enhancement, and management, and disaster response coordination. The work includes engaging in community outreach and education to foster readiness, coordination and involvement of the community to a disaster response. Under direction of the Fire Marshal, the employee will assist in developing, maintaining, training and exercising a comprehensive emergency management system that addresses all hazards and aspects of emergency management: mitigation, planning, response and recovery. The employee will work with city, county and non-government organizations to develop plans that address the needs of vulnerable populations and will ensure city plans are integrated with county, state and federal plans.

Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We value the unique blend of lived experiences and diverse perspectives that comes from non-traditional education pathways and the variety of transferrable skills each candidate brings to the table. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Even if every item on the job posting doesn’t match your experience perfectly, we encourage you to apply and share how your skills and experience can best serve our community.

Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.Development and coordination of the City’s Emergency Operations Plan

• Mitigate, prepare, respond, and recover from natural or man-made emergencies/disasters 
• Update plans 
• Perform hazard/risk analysis 
• Develop and deliver public education programs 
• Write grant applications 
• Prepare budget requests 
• Develop, update, and maintain policies, procedures, and programs to ensure citywide efficiency and effectiveness 
• Maintain the City’s Continuity of Operations and Continuity of Government Programs 

Responsible for day-to-day operation of the Emergency Operations Center

• Coordinate activation of EOC in consult with City Officials 
• Serve as EOC Manager and participate in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster 
• Identify and recommend equipment and apparatus requirements 
• Inventory labor and material resources (public and private sector) available in emergencies 
• Inventory local shelter facilities/establish agreements for use 
• Maintain constant operational readiness 
• Coordinate damage assessments 
• Assist with administration of the Cost Recovery Program 

Training and Education 

• Collaborate with City agencies to develop, present, and evaluate emergency management drills and exercises conducted within the City 
• Represent the City in the development of regional drills and exercises and participate in such drills 
• Develop hazard mitigation programs 
• Assist City departments with coordinating Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) training for appropriate staff 

Perform related work as required.Three (3) years experience in applying the following:

• Emergency management principles, practices, equipment, and resources. 
• Federal and State laws, codes, rules, and regulations relating to the emergency management. 
• Computer use and software applicable to the duties of the position, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access.

OR

• Two (2) years of professional emergency response/management/preparedness, disaster response/planning or closely related experience. 
• Bachelor's Degree in emergency management, emergency communications, public safety, public policy, safety management, public administration, or a closely related field. 

Note: A certification in emergency management may be considered as possible substitution for one (1) year of experience.   

The City of Madison strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors.  Therefore, successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to work effectively with multicultural communities.Ability to meet the transportation requirements of the position.

Employee will be expected to be available to report to the Emergency Operations Center at any time including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in an office environment, using computers, telephones, copiers, etc. Employees are expected to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods of time while performing work. Must have the ability to work both indoors and outdoors in extreme heat (100° ) and cold (-20°F) around potential mechanical, electrical, explosive, radiation, fume/odor, dust/mite, chemical, natural, and toxic waste hazards. The position also requires occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting objects. 

*The payroll title is Safety Coordinator 1.

Salary : $76,903 - $91,259