EMD Field Representative Eastern Washington (EMPS 3)

Eastern Wa Emd Field Representative Emergency Management Program Specialist 3

This position is non-permanent with the anticipated duration through June 2027. Under the direction of the EMD Field Representative Program Supervisor, this position provides senior level professional emergency management coordination support. This position is the Eastern WA EMD Field Representative, the position develops and maintains collaborative relationships with Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) and Tribal Emergency Planning Committees (TEPCs) that enhance and improve hazardous materials planning and supports an all-hazards approach to emergency management. The position is responsible for working with LEPCs/TEPCs in Eastern Washington and serves as an EMD representative to local state and federal emergency management partners.

As part of the Military Department, the Emergency Management Division (EMD) leads and coordinates mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery in Washington State to minimize the impact of disasters and emergencies on the people, property, environment, and economy. This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.

Protecting people is our passion. At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise. Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service. We go home at night knowing that our day-to-day work supports activities that truly make a difference.

To learn more about the Washington Military Department, please visit In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities.

Duties

Some of what you will do:

• Support the State Emergency Response Commission's review of LEPC hazardous materials response plans and recommend changes needed to bring the plans into compliance with the federal Emergency Preparedness and Community Right to Know Law (EPCRA).
• Support state- and local-level training and exercises focused on hazardous materials activities.
• Serves as EMD's regional liaison providing services to local jurisdictions within the assigned region.
• Support other emergency planning products as directed by the Preparedness Section Manager or EMD Field Representative Program Supervisor.
• Perform duties in the State Emergency Operations Center, primarily in the Planning or Operations Sections.

Qualifications

Required: Two years of experience as an Emergency Management Program Specialist 2; OR A Bachelor's degree AND four years of professional level experience in emergency management, financial management (grant, contracting, claims management, budgeting), training/education, public information/affairs, program/project management, environmental analysis or planning, civil/structural engineering, legislative affairs, and/or urban planning. Additional qualifying experience will substitute, year for year, for the education requirement. A Master's or Ph.D. degree will substitute for one year of the experience requirement. Experience: Two years of experience in one or a combination of the following:

• Program management or committee work requiring frequent interface with executive level decision makers.
• Operational experience in government or private sector in Emergency Management, Hazardous Materials Response, Critical Incident Management or Crisis and Risk Management.
• Designing and implementing emergency management Hazardous Materials exercises, training classes, mitigation and preparedness programs.
• Experience in real incidents or events serving in Incident Command System (ICS) position(s) in a government or private sector emergency operations center.
• Leading collaborative and diverse stakeholder planning groups over which you have no direct control.
• Hazardous Materials crisis management, or emergency management experience.
• Delivering executive level or equivalent level presentations to national, regional, local/Tribal, and statewide audiences of diverse stakeholders. Ability to explain complex or technical information regarding rules, regulations, policies, procedures, programs and/or services.

Four years of experience in performing emergency planning. Two years of experience in working with hazardous material, emergency plans and procedures. Knowledge of: Federal, state, and local emergency management programs and issues. Skills and Abilities to:

• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others
• Ability to take action to learn and grow.
• Use Microsoft Office Products: Use presentation software such as PowerPoint, to create, format, edit, and run slide shows. Use spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Excel, to create, modify, print and format spreadsheets, find and replace data, and work with basic formulas and functions. Use templates, styles, AutoFormats, and multiple worksheets.

Supplemental Information

Compensation: Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.

Conditions of Employment: Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.

Union: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees. Driver's License: Valid to drive in the State of Washington. Must meet requirements of the REAL ID Act. This is required for base access and will be required upon hire.

Military Facility: Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation. Camp Murray uses the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) for entry to the installation. Must meet access requirements / background check which can be found in the Camp Murray Access Requirements Policy (Unified Policy No. 18-01 ). This includes possession of an Enhanced Driver's License, or other REAL ID Compliant Identification.

Work Hours: A choice may be available between a Tuesday through Friday (4/10 schedule): Monday through Thursday (4/10 schedule): or Monday through Friday (5/8 schedule). Actual hours will start no earlier than 6:00 am and end no later than 6:00 pm, and will include core business hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Telework: This position may be eligible for some telework.

Emergency Assignment: Upon activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment.

Travel: Regular travel and to include extended overnight stays.

Benefits

More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website . The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs . Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems ' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

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