Senior Emergency Management Coordinator

Salary : $91,020.80 - $122,616.00 Annually

Location : Orange County

Job Type : Full-Time Regular

Job Number : 5716GE-0824-042 (O)

Department : Health Care Agency

Opening Date : 08 / 29 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

CAREER DESCRIPTION

Senior Emergency Management Program Coordinator

In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates :

Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase

This recruitment will establish an open eligible Senior Emergency Management Program Coordinator list. This list will be used to fill an immediate vacancy with the Office of Emergency Medical Services. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and / or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open continuously until 11 : 59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as the deadline to apply for the first round of consideration will be on (two weeks after open) at 5 : 00 PM (PST).

THE AGENCY The County of Orange , Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family, and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Specialized Medical Services, Behavioral Health Services, Correctional Health Services, Medical Health Services, and Public Health Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) plans, coordinates and oversees pre-hospital and emergency medical care systems in response to individual needs and community crisis. EMS program's major strengths are cooperation, patient advocacy, advanced medical technology, electronic documentation, and evidence-based data.

HEALTH DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

The Health Disaster Preparedness (HDP) section is part of EMS and is responsible for planning the agency's overall preparedness and response to a potential disaster affecting the medical and health systems in Orange County. HDP is funded through a variety of state and federal grants. HDP's emergency preparedness functions consist of all-hazards planning including medical countermeasures, medical and health provider preparedness, operations center development and oversite, volunteer programs, and response to pandemic and natural disasters affecting Orange County.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior Emergency Management Coordinator (Sr. EMC) will work independently in the HDP section as a subject matter expert and provide technical expertise to maintain, organize, implement, and evaluate multiple HCA Emergency Operations Plans. The Sr. EMC will support the administration of the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) grants, coordinate HDP program goals and objectives, and lead the healthcare disaster preparedness initiative. This position will also develop emergency preparedness plans, coordinate with outside agencies to enhance emergency preparedness, and oversee training and exercises.

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following :

• Represent HCA and report / receive necessary information during the monthly Operational Area Emergency Management Meetings held with cities, special districts, mutual aid partners, OC Sherriff's Department, OC Fire Authority, and other County Agencies
• Plan HCA Training and Exercises meeting grant requirements.
• Develop new plans and strategies meeting program requirements.
• Review and build upon current plans.
• Participate in Health Care Coalition of Orange County (HCCOC) meetings, trainings and exercises and participate on multiple sub-working groups.
• Provide analysis of emergency management principles, hazard vulnerability assessments and strategies to mitigate hazards within the County directly related to impacts to the health and medical system.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders and community partners to coordinate paraprofessional response to public health emergencies / disasters and perform disaster preparedness exercises.
• Respond to activations of the County Operational Area Emergency Operations Center and other locations to assist with emergency response and recovery.
• Opportunity to travel for various Emergency Management conferences.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have at least three (3) years of experience in developing plans, procedures, and training programs for a local, State, or federal government emergency management program. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher before date of appointment.

In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following competencies :

Technical Knowledge | Experience

Organizational Skills | Planning

Building and Maintaining Relationships

Writing & Oral Communication | Presentation Skill

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

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RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and / or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.

Application Screening (Refer / Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates who meet the qualifications listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) | Application Review (Weighted 100%) An Appraisal Panel of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen and evaluate the application, supplemental questionnaire, and resumes for job knowledge, competencies, and related experience described above.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Eligible List

Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements.

Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click to see the latest guidance for more details

Email Notification Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE : User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam / junk folders, and / or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profileat . Frequently Asked Questions

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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Rosemary Donis at (714) 834-6761 or

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Agency

County of Orange

Address

400 W CIVIC CENTER DRIVE

Santa Ana, California, 92701

Phone

714-834-2555

Website

Non-Management Benefits

In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System

Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types / Benefits.

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INSTRUCTIONS : The information you provide will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. If you have no experience, write "N / A" for the appropriate question. Responses of "See Work History" or copying and pasting of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be accepted in lieu of required information. By selecting yes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this application requirement.

Do you currently possess, or will you possess a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment?

Please select the option that best describes your experience and / or education.

If you possess a college-level or higher degree (i.e., bachelor's, master's, etc.), please provide the field of study you obtained your degree in. If you do not possess a degree, please input "N / A."

If you possess training that is related to the required knowledge and abilities, please provide the field of study you obtained your training in AND where the training was obtained. If you do not possess training, please input "N / A."

Do you possess at least three (3) years of experience in developing plans, procedures and training programs for a local, State or federal government emergency management program?

Describe your experience in developing plans, procedures and training programs for a local, State or federal government emergency management program.

Describe your experience leading a program or group. Include how you led the program / group or acted as a resource for staff.

Describe your experience presenting information. Include how frequently you give presentations, the topics you cover, and how you ensure that the audience is engaged and understands the information.

Required Question

Salary : $91,021 - $122,616