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City of Mesa, AZ

Emergency Management Coordinator

City of Mesa, AZ, Mesa, AZ, United States


Salary: $74,307.58 - $113,033.02 Annually

Location : Mesa, AZ

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 13838A

Department: (H210)Police

Opening Date: 05/24/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description/Duties

First review of applications will be Monday, June 10, 2024, and weekly thereafter until filled.

The Emergency Management Coordinator coordinates the preparation and implementation of the City's Emergency Management Plan and Emergency Operational Plan updates and related procedures, which involves directly working with the City's Emergency Manager, Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management (MCDEM), and the State of Arizona Division of Emergency Management (DEMA) for plan direction and coordinating with other City departments to support the development and implementation of their specific plan and procedures; the administrative functions for emergency management related training and drills; the administrative functions of the City's Emergency Operations Center (EOC); Tactical Operations Center (TOC); and the Emergency Response Notification system. The Emergency Management Coordinator also represents the department and the City in various local and state committees and assists the Mesa Fire and Medical Department (MFMD) Emergency Management Fire Captain with the coordination of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) of volunteers. This position may research, analyze, and coordinate emergency management grants and programs which enhance the City's capabilities to better plan and prepare for emergencies and disaster mitigation. This class performs related duties as required.

The Emergency Management Coordinator is a civilian class supervised by a Police Lieutenant who reviews the Coordinator's work through periodic conferences and results achieved. The Police Lieutenant serves as an emergency response subject matter expert and coordinates the technical/tactical response efforts for the emergency management efforts. The Coordinator also supports the City's Emergency Manager. The coordination of the Emergency Management and Operational Plans and the EOC administration are responsibilities shared with a Police Lieutenant who primarily focuses on coordinating efforts related to the Police Department. The Emergency Management Coordinator also coordinates these functions for the Police Department and the other City departments, including the City Manager's Office and City Council. The Emergency Management Coordinator actively participates in local and state committees and meetings, but stops short of committing specific resources without the approval of the Police Lieutenant or the City's Emergency Manager. The Emergency Management Coordinator is required to work before, during, and after emergency incidents, and may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and in inclement weather conditions during these incidents. Work schedules and locations are also subject to change. This class is FLSA exempt-administrative.

Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions.
Qualifications & Requirements

Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

Minimum Qualifications Required. Any combination of training, education, and work experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field. Two years of experience in Emergency Management, which includes experience in at least one of the following areas: emergency operations, incident management, and/or emergency preparedness programs.

Special Requirements. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required. Must meet the qualifications to wear a tight-fitting respirator by passing a medical evaluation test in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.134 by hire or promotion date and must maintain certification.

Substance Abuse Testing. Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. A Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Emergency Management from an accredited college or university is highly desirable. Completion of Threat Vulnerability Assessment (TVA), Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) courses, and/or any Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) professional programs offered through the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) is preferred. An International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) Certificate or completion of Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400, and National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700 is preferred.
Link to Job Description

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01

Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field? Please detail your education on your application.
  • Yes
  • No


02

How many years of experience do you have in emergency management, which includes experience in at least one of the following areas: emergency operations, incident management, and/or emergency preparedness programs? Please detail your experience on your applicaiton.
  • None
  • Some but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more but less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more


03

Please describe your experience in emergency management, including your experience in at least one of the following areas: emergency operations, incident management, and/or emergency preparedness programs. Please also include employer(s). Please detail this experience on your application. If none, type N/A.

04

Do you have a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License, or can you obtain one by hire or promotion date?
  • Yes
  • No


05

Have you completed Threat Vulnerability Assessment (TVA), Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) courses, and/or any Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) professional programs offered through the Emergency Management Institute (EMI)? If yes, please detail them below. If no, type N/A.

06

Please select any of the following certificates/courses that you have successfully completed below.
  • International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) Certificate
  • Incident Command System (ICS) 100
  • Incident Command System (ICS) 200
  • Incident Command System (ICS) 300
  • Incident Command System (ICS) 400
  • National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700
  • None of the above


07

If you served in the military, what was your discharge status?
  • Honorable
  • Dishonorable
  • Uncharacterized
  • Other than Honorable
  • Entry Level
  • Bad Conduct
  • General
  • Current Active Duty
  • N/A


08

Have you ever been convicted of a felony (this includes criminal convictions out of state that would be considered a felony in Arizona)?
  • Yes
  • No


09

Have you tried or used any of the following drugs unlawfully (without a doctor's prescription or dispensary card): Marijuana, Hashish, Thai Sticks, Barbiturates, Amphetamines,Cocaine, Heroin, Opium, Steroids, or Hallucinogenic Substances?
  • Yes
  • No


10

Have you tried or used any illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs (with the exception of Marijuana) in the past five years?
  • Yes
  • No


11

Have you tried or used any illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs (with the exception of Marijuana) more than 3 times since turning 21 years old?
  • Yes
  • No


12

If an explanation or comments are needed regarding drug usage, please note your information here.

Required Question