Emergency Management Specialist (090424)

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (Alaska) seeks an Emergency Management Specialist 2 to coordinate grant-funded disaster recovery and lead response efforts. The role supports the State Emergency Operations Center and coordinates communications across agencies.

Travel to disaster sites and remote communities is possible; the position requires a federal background check for base access and may involve varying conditions and wildlife exposure.

Qualifications

• One year of entry professional level experience mitigating against, preparing for, responding to, or recovering from emergencies, disasters, or terrorist events.
• Two years of entry professional level experience creating contingency plans, conducting exercises, or coordinating recovery from events.
• A bachelor's degree, in any field, from an accredited college; AND one year of entry professional level experience described above.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement grant-funded disaster recovery programs across the state.
• Participate in and lead disaster response and recovery operations.
• Support the State Emergency Operations Center.
• Manage emergency communications with local communities, inter-agency, and government entities.
• Deploy to affected communities during disasters to coordinate response efforts and support preparedness.

Skills

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving

Computer Skills

Flexibility

Compliance

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree (any field)

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

(DMVA),

Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

(HS&EM), in the

Public Assistance Section

,

is recruiting for an Emergency Management Specialist 2.

This position is in the

General Government (GGU)

bargaining unit at a range 16.

ThispositionisopentoAlaskaResidentsonly.

Please check our

Definition FAQ

to determine if you qualify.

Notice of Work Site:

Please note, this position requires full-time on-site work at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to facilitate collaboration with various divisions who are supported by Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Remote work may be permitted up to two days a week, subject to the hiring manager’s approval, and/or successful completion of probation.

What You Will Be Doing:

The new team member selected for the Emergency Management Specialist 2 (EMS) position will play a crucial role in coordinating and implementing grant-funded disaster recovery programs across the state, participating in and leading disaster response and recovery operations, supporting the State Emergency Operations Center, and managing emergency communications with local communities, inter-agency, and government entities. During disaster emergencies, they will deploy to affected communities to coordinate response efforts and support disaster plans and preparedness at both the state and local levels.

Our Mission and Values:

The mission of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) is to lead the way in homeland security and emergency management to foster a prepared, resilient Alaska capable of meeting the needs of its communities and citizens in response to all-hazards events.

The Benefits of Joining Our Team:

Joining our Disaster Assistance Branch / Public Assistance Section team, you will be at the forefront of helping Alaskans impacted by emergencies while fostering a resilient and prepared community. This dynamic and fast-paced role involves time-sensitive decision-making and adaptability to ever-changing circumstances. At DHS&EM believes in career growth and encourages cross training and skills advancement. You will also benefit from paid leave accrual, a variety of retirement options, and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, ensuring you are well-supported both professionally and personally as you serve your community.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

DHS&EM is proudly located on Joint Base Elmendorf/Fort Richardson (JBER) surrounded by the natural beauty of the Arctic Valley where you can enjoy a three-mile paved walking / jogging trail and have access to an on-site café and no-cost fitness center at the Army National Guard Armory. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and engage with uniformed military members and fellow state employees, to accomplish our mission while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary .
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
• Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
• Project Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.

To learn more about the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the Disaster Assistance Section, visit:

www.ready.alaska.gov

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

*NOTE * SPECIAL NOTICE - JBER (BASE) ACCESS * NOTE*

The successful applicants must pass a federal background check in order to qualify for military base access, which is required with this position's work location on base. The background check may include fingerprinting. All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of the federal background check and issuance of a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) card allowing base access. Also, you must be able to maintain the clearance throughout your employment. If using a private vehicle this will require a valid Alaska Driver License, proof of vehicle insurance, and a valid State of Alaska vehicle registration.

State employees are guests at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson; clearance and access are not within the State's control.

Special Note

In addition, in some cases employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). As part of the examination process, a background check investigation, including a criminal records check, will be conducted. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment. The circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.

Some positions require the incumbent to obtain a federal security clearance.

Work may require periodic, 24-hour on-call duty and travel to remote locations in small aircraft and boats, and may involve exposure to inherently hazardous or potentially dangerous environmental conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of entry professional level experience mitigating against, preparing for, responding to, or recovering from emergencies, disasters, or terrorist events. The required experience is met by service as an Emergency Management Specialist 1 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

OR

Two years of entry professional level experience either creating contingency plans, conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training, responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance, or coordinating the recovery from such events.

OR

A bachelor's degree, in any field, from an accredited college;

AND

One year of entry professional level experience either creating contingency plans, conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training, responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance, or coordinating the recovery from such events.

Special Note:

A valid Alaska driver's license is required.

Additional Required Information

Please read the information below carefully, this applies to your application submission.

To qualify for this position, the incoming team member must be willing and able to occasionally travel to remote field sites using boats, small aircraft, and helicopters, and be prepared to work in varying weather conditions, in confined areas, and potentially be exposed to wildlife. Demonstrating your flexibility and experience with such environments will support your application.

Required documents due at the time of interview:

If you are a current or former State of Alaska employee, provide your last two (2) performance evaluations or if you have never been employed with the State, please provide three (3) professional letters of recommendation if evaluations are unavailable.

Three (3) professional references we may contact by phone (must include position titles, and your current supervisor and one former supervisor).

Include official college transcripts with your application.

A cover letter is not required; however, it is highly recommended and may provide additional application points if submitted at the time of interview.

Note

You will not need