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Job Summary

Job Description
 

Overview

The Emergency Management Specialist II provides professional level work in the planning, testing, and coordinating of the City of Dallas emergency management program, including multiple phases of the disaster cycle or specific programs, such as City of Dallas Training & Exercise and Operations Technology programs, Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery.

Essential Functions

1 Collaborates with other city emergency management personnel and local, state or federal officials when preparing for, responding to, or recovering from disasters; provides leadership in the Emergency Operations Center and coordinates activities.

2 Builds and sustains partnerships with other agencies and organizations involved in emergency management and public safety; provides exceptional project management in the development and implementation of emergency management projects.

3 Consults, communicates, and engages with stakeholders to determine their needs and to ensure the facilitation of programs in the event of disasters.

4 Coordinates appropriate disaster response or crisis management activities in the event of a disaster, including the implementation of plans and programs.

5 Develops and performs tests and evaluations of emergency management plans

6 Performs on-call duty officer functions, including public alerts and warnings, on a rotational basis.

7 Responds to emergencies and large-scale special events during non-business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

8 Performs other work as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, emergency management, security management, public safety, crisis/risk management, homeland security or a closely related field.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in disaster or emergency management, public safety, public administration, political science, homeland security, or a related field.

Licenses and Certifications

State of Texas Class C driver’s license and good driving record.

Equivalency

• High school diploma or GED plus seven (7) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• An associate degree in any field plus five (5) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• A bachelor's degree or higher in a non-specified field plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

Other Requirements

• Must pass background investigation and drug test.
• No Felony or Class A Misdemeanor convictions.
• No Class B Misdemeanor convictions within the last ten (10) years.
• No family violence convictions.
• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any Felony, Class A, or Class B Misdemeanor.

*Minimum Qualification Notation: All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments - for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of local, State, and Federal operating mandates and procedures for emergency management.

2 Knowledge of City policies and procedures regarding emergency management.

3 Knowledge of emergency response methods, techniques, and practices.

4 Knowledge of resources available for disaster response.

5 Ability to engage in various outreach and communication efforts with the community.

6 Ability to analyze and interpret plans and procedures and make recommendations.

7 Ability to remain detail oriented and coordinate disaster and emergency response and evaluate plans.

8 Ability to coordinate the activities of agencies and organizations in emergency response situations.

9 Ability to communicate in emergency situations and remain calm and poised.

10 Excellent skill in written and verbal communication.

Availability for varying shifts, nights/weekends/holidays.

Working conditions include exposure to inclement weather.

Must be available for 24/7 emergency field response, including nights and weekends.

Salary Range

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.