Emergency Program Manager 2 (PCN 253839)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Twelve paid holidays

Job summary

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities seeks an Emergency Program Manager 2 to lead the Anchorage Airport Operations and Safety Component. This senior role directs resources, operations, and safety programs for ANC and LHD, ensuring regulatory compliance and robust emergency response capabilities.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, policy development, and oversight of the Safety Management System, with authority for hiring, performance management, and

Qualifications

• Two years of managerial experience managing an organized effort to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, or recover from emergencies, disasters or terrorist events.
• OR three years of managerial experience managing a program which included creating contingency plans, conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training, responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance, or directing the recovery from such events.
• Bachelor's degree in any field and two years of experience managing a program including contingency plans, exercises, and recovery from events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans, goals, policies, and programs for airport operations and safety.
• Provide leadership and oversight of airport operations, SMS and security programs for ANC and LHD.
• Interpret and implement applicable aviation, safety, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.

Skills

Accountability

Incident Management

Leadership

Resilience

Technical Credibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Emergency Program Manager 2

Serving as a member of the Airport Senior Management Team and reporting to the Division Operations Manager, this position is responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans, goals, policies, and programs for the Anchorage Airport Operations and Safety Component. The position provides leadership and oversight of airport operations, the Safety Management System (SMS) and associated security programs, and operations at both Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) and Lake Hood Seaplane Base (LHD). The position interprets and implements applicable state and federal aviation, safety, and operational requirements and ensures airport-wide compliance with established policies, plans, and regulatory standards.

This is a senior management position responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling resources and program delivery for airport operations and safety. The position exercises substantial independent judgment in operational decision-making, safety and risk management, emergency and irregular operations, regulatory compliance, and the management of ANC and LHD operations. It also has significant supervisory authority, including responsibility for hiring, performance management, discipline, and/or adjudication of grievances involving subordinate staff.

Our Organization, Mission & Culture:

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

The Benefits Of Joining Our Team:

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/. The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

Who We Are Looking For:

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Incident Management: Knowledge of the tactics, technologies, principles, and processes to protect, analyze, prioritize, and handle incidents.
• Leadership: Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.
• Resilience: Deals effectively with pressure; remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. Recovers quickly from setbacks.
• Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Special Note:

• A valid Driver’s License to obtain Ramp Driving Endorsement.
• Incumbent must pass an FBI fingerprint based, criminal history records check per 49 CFR Part 1542 and a Transportation Security Administration Security Threat Assessment to obtain an Airport issued Identification Badge. If access to US Customs and Border Protection is needed to carry out duties of their job, they must also pass a criminal history check per 19 CFR Part 122.181-188.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of managerial experience managing an organized effort to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, or recover from emergencies, disasters or terrorist events. This experience is met by service as an Emergency Program Manager 1 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

OR

Three years of managerial experience managing a program which included creating contingency plans, conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training, responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance, or directing the recovery from such events.

OR

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

AND

Two years of experience managing a program which included creating contingency plans, conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training, responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance, or directing the recovery from such events.

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

• NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

Airport Security Badge

Candidates for this position must be eligible for an airport identification badge in accordance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations (49 CFR 1542) which requires fingerprinting and a criminal background check. The successful applicant must pass a fingerprint-based criminal history record check as well as a comprehensive background investigation, along with a Transportation Security Administration Security Threat Assessment.

EEO Statement

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides 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.

Contact Information

Name: Alex Moss, Operations, Safety, and Security Manager
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Name: Miranda Varvill, Recruitment Coordinator
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

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

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