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POSITION IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANYTIME

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

The purpose of this position is to provide responsible work planning, managing, coordinating and training for the mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery of technological, man-made or natural emergencies, and disasters that could affect the City and County of Durham.  This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Leads the hazardous materials program for Durham City and County (LEPC, Tier II, HazMat Annex, HMEP Grant, etc.)

Participates in exercise planning, development, facilitation and evaluation (tabletop, workshop, functional, full-scale).

Performs additional operational and logistical duties, as needed, to include trailering, fatality management, and radio infrastructure maintenance.

Provides support for special events and command post activations.

Obtains and maintains credenialing for life-saving skills (CPR, AED, basic first-aid, stop-the-bleed).

Assists in the planning, organizing and administration of the City/County Emergency Management Program.

Partners with local, state, federal, and private stakeholders to develop resilient government operations and enhance public safety, property conservation and protection of the environment.

Establishes a sustainable emergency contact and resource list for all available resources housed throughout the county.

Develops, maintains, and executes plans and procedures to ensure a timely, efficient response to all types and levels of emergencies.

Represents the City and County of Durham as a point of contact for local, state, and federal government authorities and agencies involved in emergency responses and recovery activities; recommends new legislation or amendments regarding emergency management matters.

Purchases supplies and equipment; assists in budget preparation and control of expenditures and assigns and supervises programs, personnel and equipment.

Acts as point of contact to the jurisdictions’ executives during emergency/disaster response recovery; assists in establishing channels for the dissemination of emergency information to staff members, volunteers, and the public.

Reviews emergency plans developed by local businesses, industries, and emergency response agencies; makes recommendations for improvements as needed.

Assists in the direction, planning and execution of local exercises to test the emergency operations plan and the local emergency responders standard operating procedures to determine their effectiveness; makes recommendations for changes or improvements as needed.

Attends community outreach activities and performs social medial functions.

Participates in mandatory 24/7 on-call rotation.

Performs other duties, as assigned by the Chief or Deputy Chief.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles of government structures, resources, procedures, laws and operations at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Knowledge of methods of emergency management administrative organization, planning, coordinating and supervising.
• Experience in the use of computers, software applications and emergency response procedures.
• Effective oral and in written communication skills.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable and to make sound decisions after gathering and evaluating pertinent information.
• Ability to motivate and direct staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to operate under physically and mentally stressful emergency situations for prolonged periods of time. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Management, Risk Management, Business or Public Administration or related field from an appropriately accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina State Driver’s License with an acceptable three-year driving history.

PREFERRED:

Associate Emergency Manager certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing all the time and involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands, or limbs.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  • Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
  • Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
  • Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
  • Traffic; Moving machinery.
  • Electrical shock; Heights.
  • Radiation; Disease/pathogens.
  • Toxic/caustic chemicals; Explosives; Violence.
  • Other extreme hazards not listed above.

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE:

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.