Emergency Management Area Coordinator(Region 5)

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) is recruiting for an Emergency Management Area Coordinator to serve within the Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) for Region 5 (Waterbury.)

This is an extremely valuable and rewarding opportunity for emergency management professionals with at least six (6) years of professional experience with community planning, public communications and/or information in the public sector - we invite you to apply!

Please Note: This Position requires 24-hour on-call status with the possibility of emergency activation. Position includes assignment of state vehicle to respond to critical incidents, including reporting to duty during inclement weather to local, state, or other incident command post as needed, and other duties as assigned.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• LOCATION: Waterbury, CT with occasional opportunities for remote work
• SCHEDULE: This is a full time position, standard working hours are M-F first shift, however the schedule may fluctuate as this role will be serving in a 24-hour on-call capacity to support regional emergency management needs along with any CT Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations.

BENEFITS AND BALANCE AT THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

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What we can offer you:

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
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YOUR ROLE

The Region 5 Coordinator is one of the five DEMHS Regional Coordinators who provide daily critical public safety support to municipalities and as needed to the Governor's State Emergency Operations Center or DEMHS Regional Offices.

In this role, you will be part of the DEMHS Operations and Logistics unit, working alongside a multifaceted team and other counterparts involved with DESPP and across other state agencies. In this role you will be responsible for daily assistance to the municipalities and the State regarding emergency management mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities.

Duties involve daily assistance to the municipalities and the State including:

• local emergency operations planning
• School security
• coordination of mutual aid
• assisting municipalities to qualify for Federal Emergency Management and Homeland Security funding
• Serving as the primary contact for municipalities to request and receive resources in an emergency, and more!

More details can be found in the class specification.

DEMHS Region 5

DEMHS Region 5 is comprised of forty-three (43) municipalities located within the northwestern quadrant of Connecticut bordering both Massachusetts to the north and New York to the west. The southern portion of this DEMHS Region extends into northern Fairfield and New Haven counties, while the northern section of the region is comprised of the whole of Litchfield County. The cities of Waterbury and Danbury are densely populated urban environments while most of Litchfield County is suburban and rural in nature. The total population of DEMHS Region 5 as of the 2017 DPH estimates is 599,573 and the total land area of all municipalities within this region is 1,418 sq. miles. Each DEMHS Region has a Regional Emergency Planning Team (REPT). The Region 5 REPT is the coordinating committee for all regional activities.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY

The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state of the art science and technology.

The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection is comprised of six divisions:

• Commission on Fire Prevention and Control
• Connecticut State Police
• Emergency Management and Homeland Security*
• Police Officers Standards and Training Council
• Scientific Services
• Statewide Emergency Telecommunications
• Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security

DEMHS is charged with developing, administering, and coordinating a comprehensive and integrated statewide emergency management and homeland security program that encompasses all human-made and natural hazards, and includes prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery components to ensure the safety and well-being of the citizens of Connecticut.

You may learn more about our divisions and access their individual websites here.

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Selection Plan

IMPORTANT NOTES FROM DESPP:

Candidate selected for an interview must provide the following at the time of interview:

State Employees:

• Two (2) most recent performance evaluations and a completed CT-HR-13 form.

Non-State Employees:

• Two (2) professional references contact information (Name, Email and Phone Number) and a completed CT-HR-13 form.

Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks. Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation. Click here to complete the Criminal Convictions addendum.

Also considered in this selection process: Any pending or disciplinary history within the past 2 years and review of attendance records. Failure to provide the required documents listed above or submit your application accurately and on time, will eliminate you from the recruitment process.

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Samantha Rivera at Samantha.Rivera@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in directing emergency management and natural disaster plans and operations for an assigned area and coordinating the operations with State and Federal Emergency Management programs.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• In an assigned area, assists cities and towns in developing and implementing an Emergency Management Plan and other supporting plans;
• In some areas, develops a nuclear power plant emergency plan or a hazardous dam plan;
• Performs hazards analysis and determines priorities;
• Conducts research;
• Assists towns in qualifying for federal funds;
• Assesses capabilities and evaluates resources;
• Coordinates mutual aid among towns;
• Coordinates training;
• Prepares correspondence;
• Speaks before groups regarding emergency management;
• In emergencies, represents the Emergency Management Director in the assigned area;
• Provides emergency communications between the Governor and the towns;
• Coordinates resources and receives requests for assistance;
• Supervises technical support staff;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of public information and/or communication methods and techniques;
• Knowledge of planning principles and techniques;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal statutes, laws, and regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of professional experience in community planning, public communications, or public information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supervising personnel in both administrative and operational settings.
• Experience representing or making presentations on behalf of an agency or department
• Experience developing emergency management plans or procedures
• Experience administering or participating in state, local, or federal emergency management or homeland security grant programs
• Experience overseeing or running work groups, task forces or committees;
• Experience with emergency management and homeland security training and exercise programs including design, development, execution and evaluation
• Experience filling an emergency management position in an emergency operations center during real-world incidents or exercises

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions, particularly in times of disasters.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.