Emergency Management Specialist 1/2 Flex

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave accrual

Retirement options

Health, vision, and dental plans

Job summary

The State of Alaska, Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, is recruiting for Emergency Management Specialist 1/2. The role supports statewide preparedness outreach, educational programs, and community resilience through clear communications and engaging public audiences.

Two levels are flexibly staffed with salary ranges listed; starting pay is determined by level and probation training.

Qualifications

• Two years of paraprofessional experience in emergency management, emergency response, natural resource management, planning, grant administration, or finance.
• An associate degree from an accredited college in emergency management or homeland security.
• A bachelor’s degree, in any field, from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Outreach Branch Chief in creating, developing, implementing, and administering statewide emergency management preparedness outreach and educational programs.
• Communicate complex information clearly through written and verbal channels; engage diverse public audiences through presentations and outreach.
• Design accessible, informative, and impactful preparedness materials that promote community resilience.

Skills

Adaptability

Communications

Flexibility

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Associate degree in emergency management

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Department of Military and Veterans Affair s (DMVA), Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HS&EM), Outreach Branch,

is recruiting for and Emergency Management Specialist 1/2.

This position is in the General Government (GGU) bargaining unit at a range 14 or 16.

Emergency Management Specialist 1: Range 14 – $1,999.50 b/w

Emergency Management Specialist 2: Range 16 – $2,296.50 b/w

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our Definition FAQ to determine if you qualify.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the 1 or 2 level, depending on the applicant’s training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

What You Will Be Doing?

As an Emergency Management Specialist II, this position assists the Outreach Branch Chief in creating, developing, implementing, and administering effective statewide emergency management preparedness outreach and educational programs. The role requires a strong working knowledge of disaster preparedness and response programs, as well as the ability to communicate complex information clearly through both written and verbal channels. This position also involves engaging with diverse public audiences through presentations and outreach efforts, and calls for creativity in designing accessible, informative, and impactful preparedness materials that promote community resilience.

Our Mission, Our Culture, Our 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 Planning 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 HS&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.

Who We Are Looking For?

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

• Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• Communications and Media: Knowledge of communication and dissemination of information and ideas to inform and entertain via written, oral and visual media and social media
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions or unexpected obstacles.
• Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities and other individual differences.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

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 on 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of paraprofessional experience in emergency management, emergency response, natural resource management, planning, grant administration, or finance. The required experience includes work such as Emergency Management Assistant, Natural Resource Technician 2, or Accounting Technician 1 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

OR

An associate degree from an accredited college in emergency management or homeland security.

OR

A bachelor’s degree, in any field, from an accredited college.

Special Note:

A valid Alaska driver’s license is required.

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.

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 if using education to meet minimum requirements.
• 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 to bring these documents if you have already attached/submitted with your application package.

Job Specific Requirements

DMVA is housed on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, a federal military installation. If the installation commander deems necessary, the incumbent may be required to pass security background check for an installation access permit. Adherence to installation regulations, special security guidelines, base protocol for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson are mandatory and will be followed while on the installation or the access permit can be revoked by the installation commander at any time. The individual must also be able to maintain the clearance throughout employment. Adherence to special security guidelines, protocol, etc., for JBER needs to be followed.

Special physical, mental, or behavioral requirements of the position:

Must be willing and able to travel within the State, including very remote areas, or out of State on an as needed basis.

• Transportation can be via government vehicle, commercial airlines (large and small), very small planes, helicopters, boats, snow machines, and ATVs to remote areas of the state to support the Departments mission.

• Catastrophic disaster emergency response is likely to impose more stringent physical and mental requirements such as: rapid deployment away from home and family, changed work times (day vs. night) and longer shifts (12 hours or more);

• Working in austere facilities and frequently at tasks very different from day-to-day assignments, and living in sometimes spartan accommodations, similar to outdoor camping and can include: tents, sleeping bags, cabins, gymnasium floors, etc.

• An employee’s stamina and ability to withstand stress are essential in such situations. The incumbent will be directly responsible for implementing actions and providing support to communities and jurisdictions that have life and death implications. The additional level of stress associated with these responsibilities requires mental and emotional strength.

Bargaining Unit

If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, do not complete this question.

Education

If post‑secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application, submitted to the contact information below, or provided at the time of interview if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications. If you cannot attach it to your application, email or fax it to the contact provided in the job posting.

Work Experience

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full‑or part‑time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

Notice: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Multiple Vacancies

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO Statement

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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Contact Information

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Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Joshua Sassé
Administrative Officer 2

Phone/TEAMS: [phone]

Email : [email protected]

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

• The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.

• AVTEC

• Confidential

• Correctional Officers

• Marine Engineers

• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers

• Supervisory

• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman’s Union

• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)

• The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

• General Government

• Labor, Trades and Crafts

• Public Safety Employees Association

• Masters, Mates & Pilots

• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for

• Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)

• Long-term and short-term disability

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Long-term care (self and eligible family members)

• Supplemental Survivor Benefits

• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year