Emergency Management Coordinator

Position Summary:The Emergency Management Coordinator assists the department’s efforts in emergency preparedness, planning, response, and recovery activities to include Emergency Operations Center operations and leads the technical rescue team. The coordinator plays a key role with the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act by leading all aspects of the program. The Coordinator is expected to assist the Emergency Management Director with emergency management department functions, performs duties as assigned and fills in for the Director in their absence.Examples of Work Performed: The following duties are typical of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

• Serves on behalf of the Emergency Management Director when unavailable in daily or emergency operations.
• Coordinates, advises, and administers the activities required from the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act including the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) as it relates to the Superfund Amendments Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III of 1986 and the overall strategic plan of the LEPC.
• Coordinates all activities related to SARA Title III compliance with industry, businesses, and public agencies.
• Assists in the financial and budgeting process of the department.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the County’s Emergency Operations Plans including the Emergency Support Functions.
• Supports local fire departments and other public safety agencies in the development of their hazardous materials response plans.
• Aids in developing, coordinating, and reviewing training and disaster exercises.
• Assists in the development, execution, and review of the Integrated Preparedness Plan.
• Helps in the Emergency Operations Center as needed.
• Provides planning assistance for All-Hazards Plans using the Whole Community concept.
• Leads and maintains the Wisconsin Credentialing and Asset System for the county.
• Develops and presents public educational programs.
• Follows requirements of state and federal grants.
• May serves as a liaison between Wisconsin Emergency Management a reporting facility.
• Attends recommended meetings, training and seminars as they relate to Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act grant and the Emergency Management Performance grant.
• Ensures upgrading, revising or replacement of related database programs.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of computer databases.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and concepts of Emergency Management.
• Knowledge of the applicable laws and standards of hazardous materials planning including the SARA Title III Act and Wisconsin Emergency Management requirements.
• Ability to transport oneself to and from various locations in an efficient, timely and safe manner.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate decimals and percentages, and make use of the principals of descriptive statistics.
• Ability to organize and record various reports, plans and other documents.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with government officials, public safety agencies, industry, and the public verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform work in technical rescue and meet respiratory protection standards.
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner within the Whole Community.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Knowledge of the National Incident Management System, the National Response Framework, and the National Disaster Recovery Framework.
• Knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Understanding of FEMA Public and Individual Assistance grants.
• Understanding of the Wisconsin Disaster Fund (WDF).
• Understanding of the Uniform Disaster Situation Report (UDSR).
• Knowledge of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP).
• Knowledge of the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant (PDM).
• Knowledge of Comprehensive Preparedness Guide (CPG) 101.
• Understanding of the Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP) exercise methodology.
• Understanding of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and EPCRA Computer and HazMat Equipment Grant.
• Understanding of the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG).Physical Requirements: Low Physical Requirements - Job involves minimal physical exertion or movement. This job typically requires prolonged sitting, limited walking, or minor lifting.All physical requirements are described with the intent to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.