Sau Analyst #00197 #00013

Commonwealth Of Virginia; Chesterfield; Vor Ort; GBP 49.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Commonwealth of Virginia seeks an SAU Analyst to deliver comprehensive emergency communication and situational awareness, operating the EM communications network around the clock. You will initiate response activities and coordinate alert services for staff and agencies, ensuring accurate data analysis and decision support during emergencies.

The role involves night shifts (7:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m. or 9:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.) with a rotating schedule, and may require irregular hours or duties beyond

Qualifikationen

• Extensive knowledge of standard communication procedures and emergency communications equipment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of state regions, laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping procedures and security of reports.
• Knowledge of hazards materials handling.

Aufgaben

• Provide emergency communication and consistent situational awareness.
• Operate the Emergency Management communications network during shifts.
• Initiate response activities and allocate state resources during emergencies.
• Route multiple incoming emergency and non-emergency calls and coordinate alerts to staff and agencies.
• Perform daily operational tests of communications equipment.

Kenntnisse

Emergency communications

Geographic knowledge

Records management

Hazard materials awareness

Typing and document prep

Maps and policy interpretation

Data analysis

Driver's license

Jobbeschreibung

The SAU Analyst will provide comprehensive emergency communication, consistent and accurate situational awareness, and warning services for the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Analysts will operate the Emergency Management communications network during assigned shifts in a 24-hour 7-day a week environment; initiate response activities; allocate state resources during emergencies and disasters; route multiple incoming emergency and non-emergency calls; implement sound decisions to successfully coordinate multiple functions for multiple agencies; and perform daily operational tests of communication equipment. Will also analyze data and coordinate alert notification services to staff, government organizations, and other emergency response personnel on current Emergency Management media events and local government incident occurrences.

We are excited to announce that two openings are available for this role, which operates on a night‑shift schedule. The available shifts are 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with a rotating schedule that includes every other weekend off. Schedule adjustments may occur based on operational needs.

All VDEM employees are designated as essential personnel and may be required to work during emergency situations, such as inclement weather, and natural or man‑made disasters/events as directed. This may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official EWP.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of standard communication procedures and the ability to operate public safety emergency communications equipment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the state’s geographical regions and applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures of recordkeeping, including the maintenance and security of communications reports.
• Knowledge of principles and resources for dealing with hazardous materials.
• Ability to complete computer-based tasks, including typing and document preparation, with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret maps, policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to analyze data in order to make decisions and maintain situational awareness across the Commonwealth.
• Ability to operate specialized emergency vehicles (Valid Driver's License)

Additional Considerations

• Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) level B Certification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading or serving as a watch analyst within an emergency response organization is desired.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a fingerprint-based criminal history background check, Division of Motor Vehicle check, employment reference check, and E-Verify. The selected candidate must complete a State of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, if applicable (Va. Code 2.2-3114). Other financial, credit, driving, or degree verification checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions. A one-year probationary period is required of all newly hired and re‑hired Commonwealth of Virginia employees.

The salary for this position is negotiable up to the maximum hiring range listed in this posting. Offers will not be made outside of the hiring range. This is a restricted position due to the funding source.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply.

VDEM does not provide sponsorship or a STEM OPT extension to prospective or current employees. Applicants applying for a position with our agency must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
The Virginia Department of Emergency Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.