Emergency Program Specialist

Afognak Native Corporation; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Shields Point, LLC, a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC, in Vienna, VA, is seeking an Emergency Program Security Specialist-Mid Level. The role maintains the COOP plan, supports tests, coordinates training and safety exercises, and assists with emergency response and recordkeeping.

Requires a HS diploma and 3–5 years of emergency management experience, FEMA/ICD knowledge, and a final Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Strong MS Office and security program experience are essential.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in Emergency Management; COOP; Safety and Investigations programs.
• Experience with risk assessments, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Ability to communicate clearly, manage stress, and make critical decisions during emergencies.
• Plans and implement safety measures to protect personnel, assets, and infrastructure.
• Understanding of surveillance, access control, and fire/life safety codes.
• Working knowledge of implementing emergency security programs and policies.
• Knowledge of FEMA standards, incident command systems, and emergency preparedness.
• 3-5 years (Mid) of specialized experience in Emergency Management / COOP with increasing responsibility and complexity.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English; basic computer skills; basic experience with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Possess a final Top Secret personnel security clearance with eligibility for access to SCI. Interim clearances of any type will not be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Maintain COOP plan and support functionality tests at the alternate worksite.
• Assist with updating and maintaining the COOP Plan for the Bureau; assist with COOP tests and safety evaluations.
• Coordinate training exercises and safety exercises for emergencies.
• Support emergency response efforts and contribute to overall safety during emergencies.
• Conduct inventories and tests on emergency items monthly and report needs for replacement.
• Assist with risk assessments for potential hazards and vulnerabilities.
• Support planning, managing, and maintaining records of activities, training, and emergency response; draft after-action reports.
• Ensure emergency plans comply with local, state, and federal regulations and best practices.
• Support special projects and development of SOPs, training aids, policies, and directives based on current EO/ICD/SEAD/Treasury policy.
• Update internal databases - SIMS, SharePoint, Lenel, TRAKA, USAccess; provide training and briefings; bi-weekly metrics to COR.

Skills

Emergency Management

COOP

Risk assessments

Communication skills

MS Office

TS/SCI clearance

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SIMS

SharePoint

Lenel

TRAKA

USAccess

Job description

Description

Shields Point, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC has an opprotunity for an Emergency Program Security Specialist-Mid Level in Vienna, VA. The Emergency Program Security Specialist-Mid Level will maintain the Bureau’s comprehensive Continuity of Operations (COOP) Plan, supports COOP functionality tests and safety evaluations at FinCEN’s alternate worksite, coordinates training and safety exercises, supports emergency response, and performs monthly inventories and tests of first aid kits, AEDs, and shelter-in-place cabinets, with after-action reporting.

• Serve as an Emergency Program Security Support subject matter expert providing technical expertise and interpret security policy guidance.
• Assist with updating and maintaining the comprehensive Continuity of Operations (COOP) Plan for the Bureau; assist with COOP functionality tests and safety evaluations at FinCEN’s alternate worksite.
• Assist with the coordination of training exercises and safety exercises to prepare individuals and the organization for responding to emergencies.
• Support the emergency response efforts and contribute to the overall safety and security of the organization during an emergency.
• Conduct inventories and tests as required on all emergency related items (First Aid kits, AEDs, Shelter in place cabinets, etc.) monthly and report all items/devices that need to be replaced.
• Assist with conducting risk assessments for potential hazards and vulnerabilities for various emergencies and disasters.
• Support planning, developing, managing, and maintaining accurate records of activities, training sessions, and emergency response efforts, including drafting after-action reports.
• Ensure that emergency plans comply with local, state, and federal regulations and best practices in emergency management; remain knowledgeable on current laws and regulations as they relate to emergency preparedness procedures for government facilities.
• Support special projects, as required.
• Assist with development, update, and implementation of SOPs, training aids, guidance, policies, and directives based on current EOs, ICDs, SEADs, Treasury, and internal FinCEN policy; generate administrative correspondence (reports, memoranda, letters, spreadsheets, forms); maintain files; escort security vendors as necessary.
• Update internal databases - SIMS, shared drives/folders, SharePoint, Clearance Tracker, Lenel, TRAKA, and USAccess (HSPD-12); provide training and briefings in the assigned area of expertise; support safety and emergency preparedness (evacuations, fire drills, shelter in place, COOP); provide a bi-weekly office metrics report to the COR.

Pay Range: $123,000 to $136,500 Annually

Requirements

• HS Diploma or Equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in Emergency Management; Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP); Safety and Investigations programs.
• Experience with conducting risk assessments, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Ability to communicate clearly, manage stress, and make critical decisions during emergencies.
• Plans and implement safety measures to protect personnel, assets, and infrastructure.
• Understanding of surveillance, access control, and fire/life safety codes.
• Working knowledge of implementing emergency security programs and policies.
• Knowledge of FEMA standards, incident command systems, and emergency preparedness.
• 3-5 years (Mid) of specialized experience in the aforementioned areas of Emergency Management / COOP with increasing responsibility and complexity.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English; basic computer skills; basic experience with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Possess a final Top Secret personnel security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Interim clearances of any type will not be accepted.

Preferred Certifications & Education

• FEMA Emergency Management Institute Independent Study - ISS-100/200/700/800 series.
• FEMA Professional Development Series or Continuity Practitioner-level continuity training.
• First aid / CPR / AED instructor or responder certification.
• Associate’s or bachelor's degree