Emergency Management Analyst

Harkcon, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Emergency Management professional to join their high-performing team. This role involves supporting the development of emergency management policies and plans for various disaster scenarios, including natural and technological threats. The successful candidate will analyze data, provide administrative support, and collaborate closely with subject matter experts. With a focus on improving organizational capabilities and compliance with federal requirements, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in emergency management. If you are passionate about enhancing preparedness and response strategies, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in Emergency Management or BA/BS with 3 years experience.
• Successful completion of FEMA IS courses for Level 1 Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Support development of emergency plans and national policies.
• Assist in coordination of continuity plans with federal agencies.

Skills

Emergency Management

Data Analysis

Microsoft Office Suite

FEMA IS Courses

Education

BA/BS in Emergency Management

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

Adobe

Job description

Harkcon holds an active contract with the U.S. Coast Guard Office of Emergency Management and Disaster Response (CG-OEM). As a member of a top performing team, this position will be responsible for:

• Supporting planning and administrative tasks associated with the development and maintenance of US Coast Guard Emergency Management policies and guidance.
• Supporting development of emergency plans and national policies for natural (e.g., hurricanes, floods, earthquakes), man-made, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies or hazardous materials spills) disasters.
• Assisting in the development of Emergency Management job aids and training materials including Incident Command System forms, Job Aids, and personnel qualifications.
• Helping develop organizational policies, plans, and procedures for implementing continuity-related plans and assessment of USCG Continuity of Operations (COOP) capabilities in accordance with all Federal requirements, DHS, DOD, and USCG policies.
• Assisting in coordination of continuity plans and activities with other federal agencies, including DHS, DOD, and other federal agencies within the National Capital Region.
• Reviewing existing emergency preparedness plans and providing input as to their strengths and weaknesses, and recommendations for improvement.
• Analyzing data and developing detailed and time-sensitive reports content to inform commanders and staffs during emergent contingency operations.
• Assisting in the development and documentation of Emergency Management measures and metrics. Analyzing and researching best practices, historical trends, and other measurement indicators.
• Supporting general administrative and staffing processes, including use of the USCG's Task Management System.
• Providing web support and maintenance of Teams channels, including design, development of collaboration communities and unit web pages on a customized SharePoint platform.
• Working closely with various subject matter experts in emergency management and providing frequent verbal and written updates to the Project Manager and other team members.

Required Qualifications:

• 7 years of experience in an Emergency Management position

OR

• BA/BS in Emergency Management AND 3 years of Emergency Management experience
• SECRET clearance

• COOP familiarity. COOP experience is desired.
  • Minimum - successful completion of all FEMA IS courses required for the FEMA Level 1 Professional Continuity Practitioner (Continuity Excellence Series - Level I Professional Continuity Practitioner Requirements | FEMA.gov)
• Demonstrated skill in Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint). Familiarity with ADOBE is a plus (desired)

Location:

• Washington, DC metro area

OR

• Martinsburg, WV / Winchester, VA area
• While this is largely a remote position, there will be occasional on-site activities that require a presence in either of the above locations.

Harkcon, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.