Emergency Operations & Info Spec

DC Government; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Government seeks an Emergency Operations and Information Specialist to maintain constant vigilance over potential emergencies, issue timely alerts, and coordinate with the DC Fusion Center and EOC teams.

The role involves monitoring weather and threats, issuing notices, and mobilizing to support emergency center activations as part of district-wide preparedness efforts.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience is directly related to the position and includes monitoring, alerting, and coordinating across agencies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor severe weather and other emergency conditions to notify the public and agencies.
• Issue alert notifications to civil and military agencies within DC and NCR.
• Monitor regional and national warning systems and support EOC activations.

Skills

Watch Analyst

Emergency operations

Threat monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

This position is in the District of Columbia’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA). The mission of HSEMA is to lead the District's effort to prevent, protect against, and respond to, and recover from all threats and hazards by coordinating all planning and preparedness efforts and facilitating a common operating picture during events. The Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) Fusion Center maintains 24/7/365 situational awareness and provides information analysis of all threats and hazards within the District and the National Capital Region (NCR).

The Emergency Operations and Information Specialist maintains constant watch over potential emergency conditions and issuing alert notifications and is responsible for performing developmental level work established to provide advancement to the full performance, under the guidance of the supervisor. The Specialist serves as a Watch Analyst in the DC Fusion Center

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent reports to a Supervisory Emergency Operations and Information Specialist. The position functions as an Emergency Operations and Information Specialist, responsible for monitoring severe weather conditions to notify the public of emergency conditions and appropriate safety actions. The incumbent monitors regional and national warning systems. The assignments typically involve issuing alert notifications to civil and military agencies within the District and the National Capital Region in response to emerging threats and hazards. The incumbent issues alert notification to civil and military agencies within the District and the National Capital Region in response to emerging threats and hazards. The incumbent performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to mobilizing to support Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations.

Qualifications and Education

Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have beenequivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Bachelor’s Degree or a combination of education and experience (associate degree with one year of relevant experience or diploma with five years of relevant experience, including at least one year of specialized practice from multi-agency coordination center setting). Desired.

Licensures, Certifications and other Requirements

Incumbents maybe required and maintain a DHS Security Clearance.

Working Conditions/Environment

The work is normally performed in an office setting; however, in an emergency situations some field work maybe be required.

Other Significant Facts

• Tour of Duty: Incumbent serves on a rotating shift to provide coverage in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC)twenty-four- (24) hour, seven (7) days a week.
• Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0301-11
• Duration of Appointment: This is a Career Service Term Appointment--Not to exceed 13 months.
• Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is a part of the Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU) FAH and may require you to pay dues.
• Promotion Potential: None
• Position Designation: This position has been designated as security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable. The incumbent is designated as an essential employee and must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, to support the District’s overall preparedness. In the event of an emergency, the incumbent may be called into work. The incumbent will fulfill all training and activation requirements as part of the Incident Management Team.

EEO Statement: T he District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.