Emergency Management Specialist for Preparedness
Incumbent is responsible for supporting unclassified and classified life safety programs, including life safety planning, occupant training, drills and exercises, and emergency notification and communication. Responsibilities include working with the Legislative Branch Organizations, other Federal agencies, and private sector entities regarding issues, initiatives, and standards related to emergency preparedness and life safety. This position reports to the Director, Preparedness with the Program Manager, Preparedness serving as the immediate supervisor.
Salary:
$81,325 - $105,346
Duties:
- Provides direct support to the development, readiness, and implementation of the House life safety and emergency preparedness program and on occasion, works independently to provide guidance and coordination, for related activities, projects, and programs.
- Actively supports the Office Emergency Coordinator program, including outreach, training, planning assistance, program administration, data management, and related tasks for Member, Committee, and support offices. Requires data management and basic database skills.
- Delivers prescribed training on topics of emergency preparedness, life safety, emergency planning, and protective actions to small and large groups virtually, in offices, and classroom settings.
- Supports curriculum development, data analysis, and records administration.
- Works with Legislative Branch Organizations, House offices, and stakeholders to develop life safety plans at the campus, building, and office level.
- Liaises with appropriate Federal agencies and private sector entities regarding issues, initiatives, and standards related to emergency preparedness and life safety.
- Develops/reviews planning documents, procedures, briefing slides, reference documents, white papers, and other documentation, as needed.
- Attends meetings, captures notes, and shares key takeaways with applicable staff.
- Supports exercise development and execution, as needed.
- Supports the House Operations Center activations, special events, and projects, as required.
- Maintains ability to operate equipment and functions in the House Operations Center in accordance with EMD standards and guidelines.
- Serves as a watch officer in the House Operations Center Duty Program; 1-4 days per month; available to work long hours, nights, and weekends when necessary.
- Available for recall 24/7 to deploy to support emergency management and continuity efforts.
- Supports the Director of Preparedness and Program Manager for Preparedness with carrying out various assignments which further the goals of EMD. May be required to act as the Program Manager for Preparedness in his/her absence.
- Conducts extensive coordination with senior House personnel, Executive Branch, and/or other Legislative Branch agency points of contact.
- Manges multiple projects and programs without continuous oversight and direction.
- Assists the Director of Preparedness and Program Manager for Preparedness with special projects.
- Analyzes, reports on, and provides guidance on program budget, strategy, and program management initiatives.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
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Qualifications
Work Experience and Education:
Bachelor’s degree and some emergency management, preparedness, life safety planning, and/or project/program management experience. Active Top Secret security clearance or must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to thrive when there is ambiguity, remain composed when there are priority and deadline fluctuations, and withstand the tests of a rapidly changing environment with resilience and resolve.
- Strong public speaking ability.
- Knowledge of national policies and best practices in Emergency Management.
- Analytical, judgement, and problem-solving skills to work on short deadlines and resolve critical issues.
- Ability to work well under pressure, exercise discretion and sound judgment while independently solving problems.
- Excellent computer skills (e.g., word processing, presentation slides, spreadsheets, data management, etc.).
- Refined and proficient written and oral communication ability.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Work Schedule:
Full-time, permanent. Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm. Work outside of normal business hours, when necessary, evenings and weekends may be required.
Travel:
Occasional travel may be required (<10%).
Applicant Instructions:
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/6/home/requisition/2337?c=house by 7:00 p.m. on June 14, 2024.
Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, or age.
The Office of the Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. This position has been determined to be EXEMPT from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check.
A preemployment drug test is required for positions requiring a security clearance.
Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act.
**Only applicants seeking veterans’ preference consideration should email saa.veoa@mail.house.gov for further information. ** Please note the word “Veteran” in the subject line and note the job title and vacancy announcement number in the body of the email.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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Resume and Cover Letter
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.
Agency contact information
SAA Human Resources
Phone
202-226-0959
Address
U.S. Capitol, H124
Washington, DC 20515
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Criminal history inquiries
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Required Documents
Resume and Cover Letter
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
Open to the Public
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