Emergency management specialist job description
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Example emergency management specialist requirements on a job description
Emergency management specialist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in emergency management specialist job postings.
Sample emergency management specialist requirements
- Bachelor's degree in emergency management or related field
- Experience in emergency management planning, response, and recovery
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local emergency management regulations and procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions
Sample required emergency management specialist soft skills
- Leadership and team management skills
- Ability to think critically and solve problems creatively
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
- Compassion and empathy for individuals affected by emergencies
Emergency management specialist job description example 1
University of Kentucky emergency management specialist job description
The Training, Exercise and Preparedness Specialist serves in the Crisis Management and Preparedness division of the University of Kentucky Police Department.
The major responsibilities are Vulnerability and Building Emergency Action Plans (BEAPs), Program Development and Exercises, University Training Compliance, and Professional Development.
Specific duties include creating training plans, conducting and hosting trainings, maintaining training records, overseeing Building Emergency Action Plans (BEAPs), training University officials on BEAPs, supervising, creating and coordinating emergency management exercises for the University, supervising personnel who maintain reporting database and conduct trainings, creating retrospective analyses (after-action reports), creating Event Action Plans (EAPs), maintaining training and continuing education requirements toward emergency management, responding to campus incidents as determined by the campus Emergency Operations Plan.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
This position will require candidates to take a polygraph examination as part of the University Police Department's employment process.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 10/20/2022 University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
The major responsibilities are Vulnerability and Building Emergency Action Plans (BEAPs), Program Development and Exercises, University Training Compliance, and Professional Development.
Specific duties include creating training plans, conducting and hosting trainings, maintaining training records, overseeing Building Emergency Action Plans (BEAPs), training University officials on BEAPs, supervising, creating and coordinating emergency management exercises for the University, supervising personnel who maintain reporting database and conduct trainings, creating retrospective analyses (after-action reports), creating Event Action Plans (EAPs), maintaining training and continuing education requirements toward emergency management, responding to campus incidents as determined by the campus Emergency Operations Plan.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
This position will require candidates to take a polygraph examination as part of the University Police Department's employment process.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 10/20/2022 University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Emergency management specialist job description example 2
ProMedica Toledo Hospital emergency management specialist job description
The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to individuals and groups which require specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, spiritual/cultural, and nursing sciences. The Registered Nurse functions within the full scope of nursing practice as noted by the Board of Nursing of their designated state for which they are practicing in addition to compliance with any of the hospitals accrediting bodies.
Full-Time
Level: Mid
Travel: No
SuccessProfile
Who is the ideal Promedica employee? We're looking for people to join our team who are motivated by making an impact and doing meaningful work.
Responsible 10
Compassionate 9
Communicator 9
Adaptable 9
Multi-tasker 8
Additional success profiles:
Detail oriented, Flexible, Helpful, Patient, Responsible, Sincere, Understanding
Benefits
Professional Growth
Retirement & Savings Plan
Innovative Training Programs
Tuition AssistanceCareer Stability
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Job Requirements
The South Region Emergency Management Specialist provides strategic direction, administrative and operational oversight in maintaining compliance with internal and external regulatory agencies and policies, as well as, NIMS compliance through an All-Hazards state of readiness. Additionally, this role is responsible for planning, organizing and executing consistent and coordinated Emergency Management (EM) response, recovery and business continuity in policies and procedures, and serves as the subject matter expert in the event of situations that require facility and/or region wide coordination and response.::
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Skills:
Demonstrates expertise and knowledge of Emergency Management to include process development, contemporary Emergency Management practices, technology, programs, training, protocols and procedures
Knowledge of Emergency Management in a Healthcare environment is desired
Must be able to effectively communicate, written and oral, to a variety of audiences
Must be able to demonstrate flexibility in balancing multiple priorities
Must be able to perform analysis through use of various software tools
Years of Experience:. Experience developing and implementing education and/or Emergency Management programs.
License: N/A
Certification: Training in Hospital Incident Command Systems (HICS) IS-100, IS-200, IS-700 and IS-800 is required. If not already attained, ICS-300 and ICS-400 are to be completed within one (1) year of obtaining the position.
Full-Time
Level: Mid
Travel: No
SuccessProfile
Who is the ideal Promedica employee? We're looking for people to join our team who are motivated by making an impact and doing meaningful work.
Responsible 10
Compassionate 9
Communicator 9
Adaptable 9
Multi-tasker 8
Additional success profiles:
Detail oriented, Flexible, Helpful, Patient, Responsible, Sincere, Understanding
Benefits
Professional Growth
Retirement & Savings Plan
Innovative Training Programs
Tuition AssistanceCareer Stability
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Job Requirements
The South Region Emergency Management Specialist provides strategic direction, administrative and operational oversight in maintaining compliance with internal and external regulatory agencies and policies, as well as, NIMS compliance through an All-Hazards state of readiness. Additionally, this role is responsible for planning, organizing and executing consistent and coordinated Emergency Management (EM) response, recovery and business continuity in policies and procedures, and serves as the subject matter expert in the event of situations that require facility and/or region wide coordination and response.::
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Skills:
Demonstrates expertise and knowledge of Emergency Management to include process development, contemporary Emergency Management practices, technology, programs, training, protocols and procedures
Knowledge of Emergency Management in a Healthcare environment is desired
Must be able to effectively communicate, written and oral, to a variety of audiences
Must be able to demonstrate flexibility in balancing multiple priorities
Must be able to perform analysis through use of various software tools
Years of Experience:. Experience developing and implementing education and/or Emergency Management programs.
License: N/A
Certification: Training in Hospital Incident Command Systems (HICS) IS-100, IS-200, IS-700 and IS-800 is required. If not already attained, ICS-300 and ICS-400 are to be completed within one (1) year of obtaining the position.
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Emergency management specialist job description example 3
Navarro Group emergency management specialist job description
Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting an Emergency Management Specialist in Carlsbad, NM.
Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with our clients to overcome their most challenging environmental, technical, and infrastructure missions within the nuclear and environmental industries. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.
Provide oversight of the DOE Emergency Management System in accordance with DOE O 151.1D while providing frequent interface with the contractor.
Provide regular oversight of the following program documents for the DOE-Carlsbad Field Office: Emergency Planning Hazards Surveys, Emergency Planning Hazards Assessments, documentation to establish Emergency Planning Zones, and Emergency Management Plans.
Oversight of the Establishment of and maintaining of emergency plans, emergency procedures, and technical resource capabilities that address emergency classification, notification, reporting, response actions, training and drills, exercises, emergency public information, and offsite interface with local, state, and federal agencies.
Provide adequate support to CBFO senior management and anticipate informational needs.
Provide routine & special coverage for assigned facilities in accordance with local documents & DOE orders. Including Event Learning Reviews, field walkdowns, and critical work activities.
Talk with plant personnel to become knowledgeable of current activities, attitudes, and concerns.
Perform issue follow-up and closeout of Issue Collection and Evaluation (ICE) and DevonWay issues.
Initiate Stop Work Actions and support the issuance of Stop Work Orders.
Participate in selected "one time" teams/events such as operational readiness review teams, and investigative teams.
Requirements
Nuclear and Mining Fac Ops Specialist; Emergency Management Support Specialist, Requires: Bachelor of Science degree in physical science, engineering, or technical discipline, or a related field (as approved by the Contracting Officer) AND 15 years of experience in their functional area with at least three years of nuclear facility and/or Emergency management experience OR 20 years of demonstrated knowledge and specialized experience in their functional area with at least 10 years nuclear facility experience.
Specialized experience: emergency preparedness, radiological protection, and NRC nuclear facility requirements.
Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.
Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with our clients to overcome their most challenging environmental, technical, and infrastructure missions within the nuclear and environmental industries. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.
Provide oversight of the DOE Emergency Management System in accordance with DOE O 151.1D while providing frequent interface with the contractor.
Provide regular oversight of the following program documents for the DOE-Carlsbad Field Office: Emergency Planning Hazards Surveys, Emergency Planning Hazards Assessments, documentation to establish Emergency Planning Zones, and Emergency Management Plans.
Oversight of the Establishment of and maintaining of emergency plans, emergency procedures, and technical resource capabilities that address emergency classification, notification, reporting, response actions, training and drills, exercises, emergency public information, and offsite interface with local, state, and federal agencies.
Provide adequate support to CBFO senior management and anticipate informational needs.
Provide routine & special coverage for assigned facilities in accordance with local documents & DOE orders. Including Event Learning Reviews, field walkdowns, and critical work activities.
Talk with plant personnel to become knowledgeable of current activities, attitudes, and concerns.
Perform issue follow-up and closeout of Issue Collection and Evaluation (ICE) and DevonWay issues.
Initiate Stop Work Actions and support the issuance of Stop Work Orders.
Participate in selected "one time" teams/events such as operational readiness review teams, and investigative teams.
Requirements
Nuclear and Mining Fac Ops Specialist; Emergency Management Support Specialist, Requires: Bachelor of Science degree in physical science, engineering, or technical discipline, or a related field (as approved by the Contracting Officer) AND 15 years of experience in their functional area with at least three years of nuclear facility and/or Emergency management experience OR 20 years of demonstrated knowledge and specialized experience in their functional area with at least 10 years nuclear facility experience.
Specialized experience: emergency preparedness, radiological protection, and NRC nuclear facility requirements.
Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.
Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
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Updated March 14, 2024