Emergency Management Specialist - Emergency Management

• Job Description

  Description
  
  The Emergency Management Specialist is responsible for the development, implementation, coordination, and maintenance of various emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation plans and activities for the Denton County Emergency Management Program.
  
  Examples of Duties
  
  Assists in maintenance of the radio tower, mobile command unit technology, and radio cache.
  
  Develops and maintains a state of readiness for the warehouse, vehicle fleet, and to include inventory management.
  Assists the Emergency Management Senior Specialist in planning emergency preparedness drills, exercises, and trainings.
  
  Assists in the development and maintenance of job aids, standard operating guidelines, and procedures related to emergency management plans and Emergency Operations Center activities.
  
  Attends public education events, seminars, conferences, workshops, classes, lectures, etc. to enhance and maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the field of emergency management.
  
  Prepares Emergency Management plans and documents for Denton County.
  
  Serve on a rotational on-call basis to activate EOC 24/7/365 as required by emergency and/or disaster situations that may require emergency management assistance.
  
  Assists in the instruction of preparedness programs related to emergency management.
  
  Corresponds (written/verbal) with OEM internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
  
  Organizes, coordinates, and schedules meetings with OEM stakeholders.
  
  Provides administrative support to Emergency Administration Manager (EAM/EMC).
  
  Regular and punctual attendance is required.
  
  Performs other related duties as required.
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  
  High School Diploma or GED required for this position and a minimum of two years of experience in fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, emergency management, CERT/Volunteer management, and training; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
  Basic certifications from the Federal Emergency Management Agency required at time of hire. IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800.
  ICS-300 and ICS-400 preferred.
  
  Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.
  Amateur Radio License required within 6 months of hire.
  
  Supplemental Information
  
  To ensure proper delivery of emails please add jobs@dentoncounty.gov to your email safe list.
  
  Closing Date/Time: Continuous

• ABOUT THE COMPANY

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  • Denton County

  • 940-349-3088

  Denton County, Texas - Home With a population of just over 859,000, we are one of the fastest growing counties in the country. With that comes myriad development and entertainment opportunities to serve our citizens, as well as the steady stream of visitors to the area.

  Located at the apex of Dallas and Fort Worth triangle, Denton County is a hub of growth and development. We have a pro-business climate, as evidenced by our low tax rate. Our government officials welcome innovative, high-quality development and the opportunity to strengthen the current economic base and create job opportunities, and are committed to an ongoing improvement in the quality of life for our citizens.

  Home to two major universities, with a third under construction, and one junior college, Denton County’s focus on higher education is second to none. Not only does Denton County boast two major highways within close proximity to DFW International Airport, but we are also home to Alliance Airport, the world's first 100% industrial airport designed for cargo and corporate aviation.

  According to a recent CBS News report, of the nine U.S. counties with the strongest economic growth, Denton County ranks number one. In addition, we have a well-educated, skilled workforce, and an abundance of land for future development.

  We welcome you to Denton County and invite you to experience all the great things Denton County has to offer – you will not be disappointed!

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