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San Mateo County, CA Department of Emergency Management Coordinator – Coastside (Unclassified) in United States
Department of Emergency Management Coordinator – Coastside (Unclassified)
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Department of Emergency Management Coordinator – Coastside (Unclassified)
Salary
$93,184.00 - $116,480.00 Annually
Location
County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
POSTING ONLY (Q002)
Department
Department of Emergency Management
Opening Date
07/11/2024
Description
Benefits
Description
The County of San Mateo’s Department of Emergency Management (DEM) is accepting applications from dedicated individuals for the position of DEM Coordinator – Coastside (Unclassified).
DEM’s mission is to advance community resilience through a proactive and comprehensive approach to emergency management, involving the whole community in every phase of disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.
To learn more about the DEM, please visit https://www.smcgov.org/dem
About the Position
The Coastside Coordinator will be responsible for evaluating the County's existing coastside emergency preparedness and response programs for effectiveness, identifying service gaps, and recommending and implementing enhancements. This role includes developing emergency response standards, protocols, and processes specific to the coastside; managing vendor services and contracts; coordinating system access and training for authorized users; and integrating the County's coastside emergency response program with other government agencies' emergency functions.
Additionally, the Coastside Coordinator will identify areas at risk for coastside hazards, provide community education, and determine how to integrate coastside emergency response systems with other technologies. The selected candidate will handle diverse tasks to ensure the County is prepared to respond to any event, including participating in a weekly on-call rotation, maintaining 24-hour readiness, and responding to the field or Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies or disasters.
This vital position will also involve engaging the public and stakeholder organizations, participating in advisory committees and work groups, and representing the County before all levels of governing bodies to create a comprehensive coastside emergency preparedness and response program for San Mateo County.
The ideal candidate will possess:
The ability to engage with the public and stakeholder organizations to identify and develop effective outreach strategies and community resources to disseminate program information.
The ability to understand the current use of technology in emergency response and implement these technologies at DEM.
Excellent written communication skills, including experience in proposal, report, and grant writing.
Proficiency in computer skills and operating standard computer applications, including but not limited to Word processing, spreadsheet software, PowerPoint, and email communication.
The ability to work effectively in a wide variety of situations (field, office, EOC) and disciplines (law enforcement, fire services, and emergency medical personnel).
A valid California Driver's License (depending upon the assignment).
Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) Courses 100, 200, 700, and 800.
A Master’s Degree in public administration, emergency management, crisis communication, security studies, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of Coastside infrastructure and related risks.
Knowledge of Coastside emergency preparedness and response programs and systems.
Understanding of Principles of staff training and development.
Understanding of Emergency Preparedness for natural and human caused disasters, such as tsunamis, earthquakes, fires, hazardous materials, civil defense, and floods.
Provide operational oversight to contractor or vendor.
Examples Of Duties
The DEM Coordinator's responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Serves as the primary point of contact for coastside emergency management functions, including preparedness, mitigation, and recovery.
Assesses the County's existing coastside emergency preparedness and response programs and systems for effectiveness.
Conducts thorough assessments of community vulnerabilities and develops strategies to mitigate risks associated with coastside emergencies.
Develops coastside emergency response standards, protocols, and processes.
Determines how to integrate coastside emergency response systems with other technologies.
Performs gap analysis on County plans and recommends methods for closing observed gaps; develops and implements improvement plans following exercises or activations.
Contributes to Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), such as developing plans relating to the county’s potential exposure to hazards and risks.
Works with other jurisdictions and the county in implementing and mitigating strategies outlined in the plan.
Assists with training and exercises related to mitigation and recovery plans.
Liaises between County personnel and stakeholders to facilitate the implementation of emergency management programs.
Maintains EOC functionality through resourcing, training, and developing best practices.
Supports situational awareness in coordination with State and Federal Agencies.
Facilitates planning meetings with County personnel and stakeholders to develop comprehensive all-hazard emergency plans; provides input to all-hazard planning for unincorporated areas of San Mateo County.
Represents DEM at stakeholder meetings, tabling functions, and public-facing events.
Reviews and updates Operational Area Plans on a regular and routine basis.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Education : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, emergency management or related discipline.
Experience : One year of experience having responsibility for assisting in program planning, development and budgeting in the public, military, or private organization, preferably related to emergency/disaster planning and management.
Knowledge of:
Modern methods of organization, planning, management and supervision.
Basic federal, state and local emergency services organizations, programs and objectives .
Principles of staff training and development.
The five Emergency Management Sections, including Management, Logistics, Planning, Operations, Finance and Admin.
Issues related to Emergency Preparedness for natural and human caused disasters, such as earthquakes, hazardous materials, civil defense, and floods.
Effective written communication, including the preparation of clear and concise reports, documentation, and revisions to procedures and plans.
Basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.
Skill/Ability to:
Deal cooperatively and effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups.
Analyze administrative problems and conduct studies in disaster planning.
Be self-directed in terms of project identification and development.
Plan and direct the use of resources and personnel.
Write and speak effectively.
Maintain subject matter expertise of planning and the logistics of specific functions.
Prepare technical reports, records and other documents related to emergency planning/management.
Provide Just-in-Time Teaching (JITT) and on the job training to County staff, including high level staff and department heads.
Provide operational oversight to a field location or staging area.
Application/Examination
If you are interested in being considered for this position the following items must be submitted via e-mail:
Cover letter with responses to Supplemental Questions (maximum of 2 pages)
Resume
Supplemental Questions:
How do you foster effective communication and coordination among different agencies, organizations, and community groups during the planning, response, and recovery phases of coastside emergencies? Please share an experience when successful collaboration significantly improved overall outcomes.
Please provide an example of a challenging emergency or disaster situation you’ve managed in the past. How did you approach the decision-making process, and what strategies did you employ to ensure an effective and timely response?
How do you approach the development and implementation of emergency preparedness plans?
Please include the words " DEM Coordinator - Coastside - Unclassified" in the subject line of email submission. Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:
Rick Reed, DEM Coordinator
Email: rreed1@smcgov.org
Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and qualified candidates will be contacted by the department for an interview.
Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.
NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.
About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels .
HR Contact: Shannon Oh (07112024) (Department of Emergency Management Coordinator - Q002)
Please visit https://www.smcgov.org/media/100206/download?inline= for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.
Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.
NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.
As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.
County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.
Agency
County of San Mateo
Address
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 500 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, California, 94063-1663
Phone
(650) 363-4343
Website
https://jobs.smcgov.org
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