Emergency Management Specialist

Commerce City; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

6% retirement match

3% 457 match

PTO

Work-life balance

Job summary

Commerce City is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to assist the Emergency Manager in coordinating emergency plans, leading public outreach, and managing volunteer programs.

Based in Colorado, you will engage with local, county, state, and federal partners, review operations, prepare reports, and support administration while ensuring safety and readiness.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Emergency Management or related field (60 credits).
• Minimum 1 year coordinating emergency/public safety events.
• Must pass background checks and have a Colorado driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Emergency Manager with emergency management plans and public outreach.
• Coordinate plans with local, county, state, and federal agencies; respond to emergencies when needed.
• Maintain records and provide reports to agencies; manage volunteer and AED/HAM programs.
• Provide public speaking and staff support and assist with administrative duties.

Skills

Public speaking

Volunteer management

Emergency planning

Project coordination

Customer service

Education

Associate's degree in Emergency Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

HAM radio

EOC software

Job description

General Purpose

Are you passionate about public safety and emergency preparedness? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your leadership and organizational skills make a tangible impact? Commerce City is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to support our Emergency Manager in coordinating emergency management plans, leading public outreach, managing volunteer programs, and ensuring our city is ready for any situation.

Under the general direction of the Emergency Manager, this role requires strong skills in technology familiarity and use, emergency management, emergency operations center systems, organizational administration, and public speaking and outreach. The position involves reviewing and developing operations, leading and coordinating emergency management-related groups, preparing reports, managing and coordinating projects, providing management and coordination, performing administrative support, and other related duties as required.

Hiring Salary Is Dependent Upon Experience.

The hiring range is $76,789.44 - $115,184.37 Annually

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: health and wellness benefits, a 6% retirement contribution match and a 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, PTO, work/life balance, and more.

We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees.

Be A Part Of It and contribute to Commerce City's vibrant growth and development as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists the Emergency Manager, as requested or directed, including conducting research projects, undertaking special assignments, and drafting memos and correspondence on their behalf.
• Assists in coordinating emergency management and public safety operation plans, strategies, issues, and responses with all stakeholders (local, county, state, federal, non-profit, and private). May respond, if requested, to emergencies and disasters.
• Supports emergency response incidents, coordinates agency operations and city responses, and follows up with incident after-action reports and corrective action plans.
• Represents the Emergency Manager and maintains relations with community, city state, and local, state and federal agencies on his/her behalf.
• Compiles and maintains records and provides reports to local, state, and federal agencies.
• Reviews federal and state laws to determine their elect on the city’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and procedures to assure compliance.
• Manages the city’s Amateur HAM Radio Program.
• Manages the city’s AED program.
• Coordinates interactions with the public and other City state and provides excellent customer service with a high degree of professionalism.
• Oversees the implementation and maintenance of administrative systems and procedures to ensure that business practices are effective.
• Responsible for monitoring correspondence from the public and other governmental agencies to ensure appropriate and timely responses.
• Manages the Police Department’s Volunteer Management Program.
• May be assigned to specific committees as a representative of the Office of Emergency Management.
• Perform public speaking before groups on topics of emergency management and disaster preparedness
• Provide administrative and staff support to the department to include the following:
• Developing, writing, and editing reports, routine correspondence, memorandums, etc.
• Maintain and update the city’s Office of Emergency Management web page.
• Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city.
• Takes proper safety precautions to prevent accidents.
• Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures. If involved, reports all accidents and damage to city property.
• Responsible for knowing and complying with all city and department policies; participating in professional training and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree or sixty (60) credit hours of higher education in a related field such as Emergency Management, Incident Management, or Homeland Security. A Minimum of one (1) year of experience assisting with organizing emergency and non-emergency events.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience, as approved by the department.

Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history and motor vehicle record. Valid Colorado driver's license.

Knowledge Of

• Microsoft Office Suite, Emergency Operations Center operations, emergency management, and incident command software.
• Basic law enforcement practices, methods, laws, and ordinances.
• Hazardous materials.
• Homeland Security procedures and protocols.
• Emergency management and disaster planning principles
• Tactical operations, suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services, law enforcement, and hazmat operations.
• The principles of organization, management, planning, development, and implementation of responsibilities as they relate to the activities of the position.
• The rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the police department.

Skill in:

• Operating amateur HAM radio and public safety radio systems.
• Managing volunteers on board and oral board paperwork.
• Organization and time management.
• Writing, editing, and proofreading various materials in various formats such as Word, Excel, etc.
• Problem-solving, instructing, facilitating, and coordinating the work of other employees engaged in carrying out the goals and objectives of the assigned functions.
• Analyzing situations quickly and objectively to determine proper courses of action.

Ability to:

• Handle multiple demands simultaneously while being subject to various interruptions at times
• Maintain composure during confrontation and stressful situations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including the ability to make oral and written presentations to groups of various sizes and natures.
• Work independently, as well as establish and maintain balanced relations with both internal and external customers. Successfully complete in-service and mandatory training.

Equipment Used, Work Environment and Physical Activities

• Duty Assignment Locations: The primary work location may vary and is subject to change based on the departmental needs and operational requirements.
• Driving: Drives a city or personal vehicle in the normal course of business.
• Office Equipment: Daily use of computer, keyboard, copier, scanner, printer, calculator, phone (desk & cell), camera, cell phone apps, and electronic diagnostic equipment. Daily use of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Other Equipment: Automated External Defibrillator (AED), handheld radios, air purifiers, generators, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), and occasional use of ladders.
• Physical Activities: Moderate physical activity that may include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting & carrying.
• Lifting: Frequently lifts, carries, and exerts up to 40 pounds.
• Vision and Hearing: Must have visual acuity to see and read paper and electronic documents. Must be able to answer telephones, communicate conversation, and respond to verbal inquiries. Must be able to recognize sound on construction sites that indicate nearby equipment and/or safety hazards.
• Exposure to Environmental Conditions: Will be exposed to extreme heat, cold, dry, wet, odors, smoke, loud noises, vibrations, dust, or intense light and hazards normally associated with construction sites. Maybe exposed to chemicals including cleaners, solvents, paints and other potentially toxic agents. Work may be performed in precarious or tight spaces.
• Schedule: Position generally scheduled Monday - Friday; occasionally weekend and after hours (night) work. May require attendance at offsite meetings.
• Additional Working Conditions: May be exposed to work settings that vary in convenience and comfort. May be required to visit external, non-city work sites with the City having limited control over the work environment.
• Safety Sensitive: This position is subject to the city’s drug screening.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to individuals with disabilities for the essential functions of the job.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications. Employees are accountable for all duties associated with this position.

Please review our benefits

Paid Time-off Benefits

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8-hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
• General Leave: Employees receive a General Leave bank when they’re hired, prorated based on their start date. General leave can be used for vacation, sick time, personal needs, caregiving, school activities, holidays not observed by the City, and other approved reasons in line with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Other Paid Time Off: Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military Leave are also available to employees.

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.
• Tuition Reimbursement: The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.
• Eligibility for Pay Increases: Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six-month introductory evaluation.
• Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program: To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest‑free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6-month Introductory Period for eligibility.
• Recreation Center Membership: Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person per year.
• Golf Course Green Fees: Employees can play the City's award-winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9-holes or $18.00 for 18-holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.