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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Emergency Management Specialist in Pennsylvania
Emergency Management Specialist
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Emergency Management Specialist
Salary
$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-87929-76198
Department
Emergency Management Agency
Division
EM Trng Exrc Div
Opening Date
07/05/2024
Closing Date
7/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
76198
Position Number
00297276
Union
FOP - Lodge #92
Bargaining Unit
G4
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00312610
Bureau / Division
EM Training and Exercise Division
Worksite Address
1310 Elmerton Avenue
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
Luke Dugan
Contact Email
RA-EMHRRESOURCEACCOU@PA.GOV
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
Do you have a passion for preparing others for emergencies? We are seeking a dedicated professional to plan and conduct emergency training programs and drills. Join our team and be an essential part of our mission to ensure safety.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Emergency Management Specialist, you will have the primary responsibility of managing the Commonwealth Emergency Management Exercise Program. You will design, coordinate, conduct, and evaluate Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) compliant exercises. In addition, you will monitor instructors' teaching techniques and become an instructor yourself.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel, work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days a week upon successful completion of a training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will receive the minimum starting salary listed on this posting. The starting salary is non-negotiable.
Free Parking!
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Successful completion of the Emergency Management Trainee program (commonwealth title); or
Two years of professional experience in the development, coordination, or promotion of emergency management programs such as disaster relief, public safety, flood mitigation and resiliency, and emergency management in government, industry, education, or the military; and a bachelor’s degree; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional experience in the development, coordination, or promotion of emergency management programs such as disaster relief, public safety, flood mitigation and resiliency, and emergency management in government, industry, education, or the military.
Special Requirements:
This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.
All positions require certification in the following courses from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute, within six months of hire:
IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System
IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
IS-800.D: National Response Framework, An Introduction
IS-2200: Basic Emergency Operations Center Functions
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currently waived for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
02
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Have you completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Emergency Management Trainee program?
Yes
No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How many years of full-time professional experience in the development, coordination, or promotion of emergency management programs such as disaster relief, public safety, flood mitigation and resiliency, and emergency management in government, industry, education, or the military do you possess?
2 years or more
1 but less than 2 years
None of the above
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
How much graduate coursework have you completed in earth sciences, planning, emergency management, risk management, law enforcement, homeland security, emergency and/or crisis management, disaster preparedness, disaster management, public safety management or administration, fire science technology, fire protection engineering, hazardous materials response, or emergency medical services administration?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
08
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
09
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – TRAINING
Develops or conducts emergency management training courses at state, regional task force, county, and municipal levels in response to program requirements and identified needs.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
a. I have experience DEVELOPING emergency management training courses.
b. I have experience CONDUCTING emergency management training courses that SOMEONE ELSE developed.
c. I have experience DEVELOPING OR CONDUCTING training courses on topics OTHER THAN emergency management.
d. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to adult learning.
e. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
10
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
The duties you performed related to developing or conducting training courses
The topics of the training you developed or conducted
11
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
12
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – EXERCISE DEVELOPMENT
Develops exercises that practice the plans, policies and procedures for the prevention, protection, and mitigation of, preparation for, and response to all threats and hazards for Pennsylvanians. Analyzes and drafts After Action Reports (AARs) and make recommendations for improvements.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
a. I have experience DEVELOPING emergency management exercises that practice the plans, policies, and procedures for response to THREATS OR HAZARDS.
b. I have experience DEVELOPING exercises that practice plans, policies, and procedures for an organization.
c. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to program management, program planning and implementation, or emergency management.
d. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
13
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
The duties you performed related to developing exercises
The types of exercises you developed.
14
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
15
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT
Provides technical assistance and serves as subject matter expert to county and state agency partners and stakeholders as they develop exercises and ensure state and federal requirements are met.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
a. I have experience providing technical assistance or serving as subject matter expert to others on exercise programs.
b. I have experience providing technical assistance or serving as subject matter expert to others on emergency management topics OTHER THAN exercise programs.
c. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public relations or communications.
d. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
16
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
The duties you performed related to providing technical assistance
The topic of the technical assistance
To whom you provided technical assistance
17
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
18
Certification
Do you possess a Master Exercise Practitioner Certification (MEP)?
If you are claiming you have MEP certification, you must attach a copy of your certificate for your claim to be accepted. You must attach your certificate prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add your certificate to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
