Critical Infrastructure Protection Planner (20096549)

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Free Gym Access

Onsite Cafeteria

Onsite Daycare

Job summary

State of Ohio's Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Homeland Security is seeking a Planner 3 in Columbus. You will serve as a principal liaison with federal, state, and local partners on critical infrastructure protection and security operations.

The role requires coordinating deployments, conducting security assessments, and facilitating information sharing. A federal Secret clearance is required, with onsite hours from 8:00AM to 5:00PM for a permanent full-time position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level core program or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 9 months' training or experience in analytical research methods.
• Public relations, budgeting and technical writing knowledge would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Act as principal liaison between ODPS and federal, county, city, or municipal infrastructure protection agencies.
• Participate in field deployments to support security operations and provide SkyWatch security consultation.
• Aid in infrastructure security assessments for state/public/private facilities.

Skills

Planning and Development

Job description

Organization: Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information: Alison Granger / [e-mail]

Work Location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio, 43223-1102, United States

Compensation: $31.47 per hour

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Planning and Development

Position Number: 20096549

Requisition ID: req1122

Who We Are

Ohio Homeland Security Leads Ohio’s commitment to addressing the threats and challenges of terrorism.

What You’ll Do

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Homeland Security

Report In Location – 1970 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Work Hours – 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Gym Access and Walking Path!
• Onsite Cafeteria!
• Onsite Daycare!

What You’ll Do as a Planner 3

• Act as principal liaison between the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) Division of Homeland Security & various federal, county, city &/or municipal infrastructure protection agencies or personnel performing critical infrastructure protection duties;
• Participate in deployments to the field for events & critical incidents in order to support security operations; Provide SkyWatch Tower security consultation to state & local partners related to current or future events;
• Aid in &/or conduct infrastructure security & vulnerability assessments to include State/Public/Private buildings &/or properties;
• Conduct outreach & facilitate networking, information sharing, training, & other support activities with critical infrastructure owners & operators;
• Review security plans & prepared documents (i.e., emergency operation & action plans) for assigned State/Public/Private facilities &/or properties; Provide recommendations on practical & effective countermeasures to reduce identified risks & strengthen facility resilience;
• Utilize state vehicle & trailer to transport (i.e., deliver &/or pickup) SkyWatch Towers at pre-determined locations & events throughout the state; Transport SkyWatch Towers to Alum Creek Facility for any maintenance &/or repair needs;
• Ensure Skywatch Tower is set up for operational use & is fully functional; Work with ODPS support staff (i.e., Information Technology, Electronic Technicians, etc.) to resolve any operational issues;

Additional Information

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Secret level Security Clearance
• This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
• Must acquire and maintain Protected Critical Infrastructure Information (PCII) and Chemical-terrorism Vulnerability Information (CVI) certification.
• Must acquire FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate within 6 months of employment and renew it every 24 months.
• Must attend training and obtain Commercial Drivers License (CDL) by completion of probationary period; Must maintain valid CDL throughout employment.

Background Check Information

• ABCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
• This position is subject to federal testing regulations pursuant to 49 CFR Part 40 (Federal Drug and Alcohol Regulations) and 49 CFR Part 382 (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration), which prohibit the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS & Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

OPTION 1: Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area (e.g., engineering, landscape architecture, rehabilitation, mental health technology, transportation, physical, behavioral& social science, urban or community planning, natural resources, businessor public administration); AND - 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational,mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods used in conducting& documenting research studies; AND - 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; AND - 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting; AND - 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing orbusiness communication.

OPTION 2: -Or 6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned programarea. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications ForEmployment noted above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Physical Security Professional (PSP) Certification or CertifiedProtection Professional (CPP) Certification

Assigned ProgramArea: InfrastructureProtection, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Critical Infrastructure or related field.

Job Skills: Planningand Development

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.