EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COORDINATOR (DOQ)

Position Title

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COORDINATOR (DOQ)

Position Number

351452

FLSA Status

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Salary

$54,000 - $88,500 (Depending on Qualifications)

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, performs professional work in planning, coordinating, and implementing the utility’s emergency preparedness programs.

Responsibilities

Emergency Preparedness Coordinator

Plans, coordinates, identifies, and implements the utility’s emergency preparedness programs, initiatives, and standards and conducts activities related to key components of emergency preparedness. Continuously assesses potential hazards that threaten the utility.

Evaluates existing emergency plans and coordinates all maintenance and updates with management.

Promotes awareness throughout the utility on the importance of preparedness year-round through presentations, meetings, trainings, drills, and communication campaigns.

Assists in the development, implementation and training of safety and security operations programs, initiatives, and standards; Maintains department training records for all utility staff.

Coordinates the setup of all incidents in WebEOC, presentations, and all equipment necessary in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

Coordinates and maintains EOC setup and schematics and is responsible for all supplies and materials needed during an activation or training.

Assists the manager in the development and administration of the office budget; estimates funds needed for equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring and approval of expenditures; and directs the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments, as necessary.

Completes other job duties as assigned.

Senior Emergency Preparedness Coordinator (in addition to duties listed above)

Tracks and coordinates all emergency event activities as required for compliance and as required for reimbursement, reporting, and grant purposes.

Supports the department in the development and implementation of new processes to streamline emergency operations response.

Lead Emergency Preparedness Coordinator (in addition to all duties listed above)

Supervises EOC operations during declared emergencies and provide guidance to Incident Commander, command staff, and general staff on NIMS related procedures.

Develops, executes, and evaluates tabletop exercises and drills to test BPUB’s emergency plans.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge important to perform the functions of the job include:

Knowledge of pertinent state and local laws and enforcement policies.

Knowledge of the methods, techniques, procedures, and practices of emergency management.

Knowledge and understanding of National Incident Management Systems and Incident Command.

Knowledge and understanding of technical requirements related to emergency management and emergency planning industry best practices.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Web EOC, and emergency management related software.

Skills important to perform the functions of the job include:

Skill in applying sound judgment practices.

Skill in emergency management operations and emergency response mechanisms.

Excellent skills to recognize potential threats and dangers.

Skill in business planning and contract and vendor negotiations.

Skill in organization, multi-tasking and project management.

Professional oral and written communication skills in English; Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Skill in managing and tracking projects.

Abilities important to perform the functions of the job include:

Ability to demonstrate a high degree of responsibility, initiative, alertness, physical fitness, and emotional stability.

Ability to instruct and deliver formal training in a classroom environment.

Ability to exercise sound and strong management skills in times of crisis and emergencies.

Ability to articulate and communicate emergency management-related concepts to a broad range of staff and leadership.

Ability to demonstrate a high sense of discretion and integrity when dealing with sensitive information.

Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with internal and external customers.

Ability to work with frequent interruptions/changes in priorities.

Ability to handle potentially hostile or uncertain situations.

Ability to collect data, establish databases and maintain records.

Education & Experience Requirements

Emergency Preparedness Coordinator:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or emergency management and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency response operations in an emergency management environment, utility organization, or related services.

An equivalent combination of appropriate education and relevant experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Senior Emergency Preparedness Coordinator:

Two (2) additional years of relevant work experience are required.

Lead Emergency Preparedness Coordinator:

Four (4) additional years of progressively responsible, relevant work experience in a senior, lead, or supervisory capacity are required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Requires a valid Texas Driver License or receipt of a valid Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of relocation to Texas and a safe driving record, as measured by company policy.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 40 lbs.). Work is performed 75 percent in the field with exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt and dust, and/or disagreeable sights and odors. This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than stated in this specification.

Eligibility for Employment

In addition to any and all other qualifications required for employment stated under the Brownsville P.U.B Personnel Policies and Procedures Policy No. 39:

- Prohibit the hiring of any person who is related to BPUB Executive Management within the third degree of Consanguinity or second degree by Affinity; and

- Based on certain prohibitions of the Charter and Statute on nepotism, no person can be hired who shall be related to any member of the Board of Directors or City Commission within the third degree of consanguinity or second degree by affinity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S641P

Open Until Filled

No

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