Emergency Services Coordinator II

Emergency Services Coordinator II

Salary: $6,518.07 - $7,922.76 Monthly

Location: Fairfield, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Emergency Services

Closing Date: Continuous

Class Summary: Depending upon the assignment under general direction, prepares and revises emergency response plans for the County; manages and administers designated state and federal grants; manages alert and warning program; manages public information and preparation campaign(s); responds to emergencies and coordinates emergency response efforts of participating agencies; designs and delivers related training support for county emergency service workers, community groups, private industry, and volunteers relative to local jurisdiction plans; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Emergency Services Coordinator series has the responsibility to assist in the development and maintenance of the County's emergency management program. Under general direction, incumbent in any level will perform analytical and administrative duties in support of the daily operations of the Office of Emergency Services; assist with the coordination, planning and training of county employees and stakeholders; assist in developing policies and procedures and implement program goals and objectives; may serve as project manager on emergency management projects; assist in maintaining emergency management budget and compliance with federal grant guidelines. Acts on behalf of the Coordinator Programs/Emergency Services as needed.

Emergency Services Coordinator II - At the journey level, incumbents independently perform the full scope of emergency services duties including developing and maintaining the County's emergency management program.

Education: Equivalent to an associate's degree, preferably in major coursework in emergency management, public policy, planning, and public or business administration, communication or a related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of administrative, operational, or technical experience in a governmental emergency services or disaster response agency, planning and executing emergency preparedness activities preferred. The required experience may include the development of plans, educational programs and training exercises, public alert and warning and the coordination of such activities with local, state, and/or federal agencies and organizations. Administrative experience in planning, training, and coordination with local, state and/or federal agencies and organization is accepted.

Note: Additional experience may substitute on a year for year basis for the educational requirement.