Emergency Management Specialist, Plans

Emergency Management Division

Salary: $83,437 - $107,685

This is a non-supervisory position.

Job Summary:

The Sergeant at Arms (SAA) Emergency Management Division (EMD) provides and implements a comprehensive emergency management and continuity program for the U.S. House of Representatives. The Emergency Management Specialist (EMS) for Plans works with other Legislative Branch Organizations to maintain, analyze, and report program initiatives to Emergency Management staff and other House stakeholders.

Duties:

• Develops and maintains contingency and continuity plans, including intergovernmental, bi-cameral, House-wide, and SAA plans.
• Coordinates with Committee, Member, and Support offices to develop continuity of operations (COOP) plans.
• Provides direct support to the continuity program and on occasion, works independently to provide guidance and coordination for continuity activities, projects, and programs.
• Collaborates with key partners and stakeholders to provide guidance for program administration, sustainment, and ensures operations continue with minimal disruption during emergencies.
• Support the development and implementation of policies, plans, and procedures designed to ensure the continued operation of essential functions.
• Reviews and analyzes reports, documents, project trackers, event calendars, and shares information with applicable staff.
• Attend meetings and share key takeaways with applicable staff.
• Regularly communicates with partners and/or senior officials (orally and in writing) to effectively foster working relationships.
• Develops and reviews planning documents, procedures, briefing slides, reference documents, white papers, and other documentation, as needed.
• Support development, readiness, and implementation of the House life safety and continuity programs, including support to projects, exercises, and special events, as needed.
• Maintains ability to operate equipment and functions in the House Operations Center in accordance with EMD standards and guidelines.
• Serve as a watch officer in the House Operations Center Duty Program; 1- 4 days per month; available to work long hours, nights, and weekends when necessary.
• Support special events on and off Capitol Grounds, including nights and weekends as necessary.
• Available for recall 24/7 to deploy and support emergency management and continuity efforts.
• Conducts extensive coordination with senior House personnel, Executive Branch, and/or other Legislative Branch agency points of contact.
• Manages multiple projects and programs without continuous oversight and direction.
• Assists the Director, Plans and Program Manager, Plans with special projects.
• Analyze, report on, and provide guidance on program budget, strategy, and program management initiatives.
• Acts as the Program Manager, Plans in their absence, as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Experience and Education:

Bachelor’s degree and some emergency management, continuity of operations (COOP), and/or project/program management experience. Active Top-Secret security clearance preferred. If the incumbent does not have a Top-Secret security clearance, the incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret and SCI security clearance, as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to thrive when there is ambiguity, remain composed when there are priority and deadline fluctuations, and withstand the tests of a rapidly changing environment with resilience and resolve.
• Knowledge of and experience with continuity of operations (COOP), continuity of government (COG), and enduring constitutional government (ECG), and emergency management programs.
• Knowledge of national policies, best practices, and planning in Emergency Management.
• Ability to keep abreast of changes in the emergency management field that could impact or improve the House program.
• Strong analytical, judgement, and problem-solving skills to work on short deadlines and resolve critical issues.
• Ability to work well under pressure, exercise discretion and sound judgment while independently solving problems.
• Excellent computer skills (e.g., word processing, presentation slides, spreadsheets, data management, etc.).
• Refined and proficient communication ability and strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

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Work Schedule:

Full-time, permanent. Monday – Friday. Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Incumbent must be able to work outside of normal business hours, when necessary. Occasional travel may be required (<10%).

Applicant Instructions:

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/6/home/requisition/3540?c=house by 7:00 p.m. on March 1, 2025. Applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of their cover letter and resume. Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview.

Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, or age.

The SAA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. This position has been determined to be EXEMPT from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check.

A preemployment drug test is required for positions requiring a security clearance.

Veterans’ Preference Information:

Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act.

**Only applicants seeking veterans’ preference consideration should email saa.veoa@mail.house.gov for further information. Please note the word “Veteran” in the subject line and note the job title and vacancy announcement number in the body of the email.