Assistant Operations Officer

US Federal Emergency Management Agency; Maynard (MA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

US Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Maynard MERS detachment seeks a proven leader for a 24/7 operations center. You will oversee real-time analysis and reporting to senior leadership, directing a dedicated watch staff and ensuring timely, coordinated response to emergencies.

Qualified candidates will have substantial experience leading 24/7 operations, coordinating with leadership, and scheduling staff to meet mission requirements in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in leading 24/7 operations centers.
• Experience directing day-to-day activities of a 24-hour emergency watch.
• Experience scheduling and monitoring staff to accomplish mission goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a 24/7 operations center performing analysis and reporting for senior leadership.
• Direct day-to-day activities of an assigned staff in a 24-hour emergency watch.
• Direct, schedule, and monitor subordinates to achieve the mission of the 24/7 operations center.

Skills

24/7 operations leadership

analysis and reporting

staff management

coordination with senior leadership

Job description

This position is located in Response and Recovery, Response Directorate, Disaster Emergency Communication Division, Maynard MERS detachment.

The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

To qualify for this position at the GS-13 level, you must possess one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal government, which has equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience may be obtained in the federal government, a state or local government, or private sector, and must demonstrate the following:

1. Leading and managing a 24/7 operations center performing analysis and reporting of natural and man-made events requiring the review and reporting to senior leadership and employees; AND,
2. Directing day-to-day activities of an assigned staff performing the duties of a 24-hour emergency watch; AND,
3. Directing, scheduling and monitoring the work of subordinates in accomplishing the mission and functions of the 24 hour operations center