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Emergency Management Coordinator

Vance County, NC
Henderson, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/20/2025
Emergency Operations

Department

Emergency Operations

Location

Emergency Operations

Position Type

FT Employee

Salary

$55,172

Date

2024.01.26

Description

This position is Open Until Filled

The Human Resources office is not able to provide status updates by telephone.

Job Description

General Statement of Duties The Emergency Management Coordinator assumes day to day management responsibilities for all services and activities of the Vance County Emergency Operations Emergency Management Office which provides 24-hour service for emergency situations and non-emergency assistance during normal business hours. This individual oversees all aspects of the Emergency Management function for the City & County and assists the Emergency Operations Director in the development and implementation of goals objectives policies and priorities for the Vance County Emergency Operations Emergency Management office. Additionally this individual will have a responsibility to work within the 911 Communications Center and must therefore train for and become certified in all areas allowing them to work effectively and be willing to respond as needed to Emergency Communications related events and incidents.

Essential Duties and Tasks:
1. Oversees the day to day operations of the County Emergency Management Office. Represents the Emergency Operations Director in a variety of situations including attendance at required state and federal emergency management workshops training sessions and county meetings.
2. Is on call 24/7 to respond to emergency situations; when the emergency operations center is activated staffs the center serving as back-up for the director in coordinating emergency response activities; writes and issues press releases during emergencies and serves as a liaison with other agencies and the press; directs the EOC in the Director’s absence.
3. Rotates 24 hour emergency call with the 911 Operations Manager in accordance with an established on call schedule.
4. Assists in the development of plans for mitigation response and recovery of all types of man-made or natural disasters including national security nuclear plant weather hazardous material spills and others.
5. Attends meetings of advisory and planning committees; takes minutes and responds to requests for information.
6. Conducts briefings for City and County officials during EOC activations and other critical incidents as needed.
7. Maintains a current and accurate record of all assigned VIPER subscriber units and works regularly with members of other agencies to ensure their communications needs are addressed.
8. Ensures that all Emergency Management related equipment is properly maintained. Either performs maintenance directly or makes arrangements to have maintenance performed on a regular basis.
9. Works on an ongoing basis to maintain an updated list of all contact information for all agencies and department heads required to ensure connectivity during times of crisis.
10. Attends all classes as instructed by the Emergency Operations Director that are necessary for the job.
11. Manages all Emergency Management related local State and federal grants.
12. Maintains strong positive relationships with other public safety and governmental agencies in Vance County and the City of Henderson.
13. Participates in a variety of trainings to obtain and maintain emergency certifications and increase knowledge of emergency response activities.
14. Participates in the development and review of standard operating procedures and updates; compiles information and researches procedures.
15. Coordinates on an ongoing basis with the 911 Operations Manager to ensure that a high level on continuity exists at all times.
16. Compiles information for budget requests; researches spending options; prepares purchase orders; grant reporting / writing and other reports; prepares monthly false alarm reports.
17. Produces 911 recordings for release to other public safety agency and media outlets upon request for use in investigative or court proceedings in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes.
18. Fills in as needed in the E-911 Communications Center as a Telecommunicator.
19. Performs related work as required.

KSAs

Considerable knowledge of federal; state; or local policies; procedures; and regulations pertaining to the various emergency communications and emergency management services involving law enforcement; fire; emergency medical services; and rescue operations.

Considerable knowledge of resources available for emergency management; communications and other emergency services related practices and procedures.

Considerable knowledge of modern emergency management practices and procedures.

Ability to react effectively in emergency situations and to use sound judgment in making recommendations to the Emergency Operations Director and other officials.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies; volunteer fire services; City and County officials; hospitals; schools; and the general public.

Administrative and program support abilities and knowledge as identified in the administrative support classifications.


Desirable Education and Experience

Graduation from high school and college coursework in a field related to the work; and experience combining administrative support; emergency response and planning experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; Specific training and certifications in the field of Emergency Management and Emergency Communications is also preferred.

Special Requirements:

Minimum of 10 years of experience working in public safety with emphasis on Emergency Management or Emergency Communications

Ability to obtain emergency management and 911 certifications as required by the Emergency Operations Director.

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.


Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform the physical life functions of climbing; stooping; kneeling; reaching; standing; walking; fingering; grasping; talking; hearing; and repetitive motions.

Must be able to perform light duty work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to perform extensive reading.


Application Special Instructions
Must live in the County or within 5 miles of the County Line.
Experience must be listed on application and any certifications attached.

Exempt : No
Type : FT Employee
Department : Emergency Operations

Salary : $55,172

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