Senior Emergency Planning & Operations Specialist

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 75,084 - 91,366; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawaiʻi is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist V to join the Department of Defense, specifically within the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. This essential role involves planning and preparing for emergencies, coordinating community agencies, and leading emergency operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 4½ years of professional experience in emergency management, focusing on preparedness and response. A competitive salary range of $6,728 to $8,187 per month is offered, based on experience and budgetary considerations.

Qualifications

• Citizens, nationals, or permanent residents of the United States, or legally eligible for unrestricted employment.
• 4½ years of progressive emergency management experience in various roles.
• Valid driver's license required at the time of appointment.
• Ability to lift and carry varying weights.

Responsibilities

• Plan, train, and exercise emergency operations.
• Respond to disasters and oversee recovery.
• Coordinate community agencies for emergency services.
• Implement state emergency management plans.

Skills

Emergency operations planning

Disaster recovery

Fiscal compliance

Budget management

Human resources management

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university

Job description

The State of Hawaiʻi is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist V to join the Department of Defense, specifically within the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. This essential role involves planning and preparing for emergencies, coordinating community agencies, and leading emergency operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 4½ years of professional experience in emergency management, focusing on preparedness and response. A competitive salary range of $6,728 to $8,187 per month is offered, based on experience and budgetary considerations.