Incident Support Team (IST) Access and Functional Needs (AFN) Coordinator

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

On-site Gym and Locker room

Electric Carport

CalPERS pension plan

401(k) and 457(b) Plans

Flexible Schedules

Generous paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) seeks an IST AFN Coordinator to support the IC structure in emergencies and disasters within California. You will coordinate with local jurisdictions to ensure AFN practices align with federal and state laws, assisting older adults and individuals with disabilities in response efforts.

This in-office role requires collaboration with the Chief of OAFN and SOC Director, conducting research, analysis, and guidance development for

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating candidates through written and analytical review of qualifications.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong written and analytical skills with ability to produce complex documents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate AFN integration into emergency management systems and IST activities.
• Support local jurisdictions during activations to ensure compliance with best practices, laws, and disability considerations.

Skills

Lived experience

Written communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Punctuality

Flexibility

Discretion

Ability to handle sensitive matters

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment.

Job Description And Duties

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment.

The ESC Incident Support Team (IST) Access and Functional Needs (AFN) Coordinator position supports the IC structure, which is utilized to respond to emergencies and disasters within California. Under the direction of the Chief of OAFN and SOC Director, the IST AFN Coordinator will conduct research, analyze, and provide guidance integrating effective communication methods, disability elements, and other AFN specific practices and resources into emergency management systems. This position will coordinate with local jurisdictions during activations to ensure all response efforts comply with Cal OES best practice guidance, federal, and state laws in support of older adults, individuals with disabilities, and anyone with access or functional needs.

Duty Statement

Working Conditions

In Office:

This position supports and manages the day-to-day business operations for Cal OES which is handled in an office location. This is not considered a hybrid telework position.

DMV Pull Program

Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Conflict of Interest (COI)

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to complete the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Department Information

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

Cal OES is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here: Access & Functional Needs | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Lived experience with an access or functional need.
• Familiar in the use of personal computers and related software, such as Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional written and analytical skills with a proven track record of reviewing and writing complex documents and informational products.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, work effectively under pressure, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with difficult, sensitive, and confidential matters.
• Exercise a high degree of initiative and independence.
• Dependable, punctual, and consistent attendance record.
• Willingness and ability to accept increasing responsibility; and demonstrate a capacity for development.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station