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Zuckerberg San Francisco General

Deputy Director, Division of Emergency Services - Department of Emergency Manage

Zuckerberg San Francisco General, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Deputy Director, Division of Emergency Services - Department of Emergency Management (0954)

Full-timeWork Hours: RegularJob Code and Title: 0954-Deputy Director IVFill Type: Permanent ExemptApplication Opening:

September 12, 2024Application Deadline:

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the filing period may close at any time but no sooner than 5 PM (PDT) on September 25, 2024.Recruitment ID:

PEX-0954-150412Company Description:The San Francisco Department of Emergency Management (SFDEM) manages disaster preparation, mitigation, and response; 9-1-1 dispatch, and homeland security grant distribution for the City and County of San Francisco.Appointment Type:

This is a Permanent Exempt (PEX), Category 6 appointment. The incumbent is “at will” and serves at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.The Deputy Director of the Division of Emergency Services reports to the Executive Director of SFDEM. Under policy direction, the Deputy Director creates the mission and long-term vision of SFDEM’s Division of Emergency Services. This position oversees the development of strategic plans and interim goals; establishes policies and determines priorities; adjusts plans to respond to emerging and/or urgent issues; and directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget guidelines.Major Responsibilities:Oversees the overall operation and quality control of the Division and its functions and programs.Determines the organizational structure, staff assignments, service levels, and administrative systems required to accomplish the Division’s mission.Supports the Executive Director’s department-wide priorities and initiatives.Ensures compliance with federal and state Homeland Security and other applicable regulations.Consults with Mayor’s Office staff regarding the activities of the Division.Coordinates with other City Departments regarding compliance with guidelines and directives.Coordinates with partner agencies to ensure coordinated citywide emergency preparedness and response.Represents the Department before commissions, boards, and committees.Oversees long-term financial planning, including directing the preparation and implementation of the Division’s annual budget.Facilitates citywide working groups, briefings, or large coordinating meetings.Guides the development of standard operating procedures for emergency operations and response.Promotes and prioritizes emergency preparedness and compliance through training and exercise opportunities.Provides insight and recommendations to the Executive Director.Maintains positive working relationships with local, state, and federal partners.Acts as Department Head when Executive Director is unavailable.Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; ANDFive (5) years of experience in a responsible managerial capacity involving the delivery of emergency communication services or emergency management services.Substitution:

Additional full-time work experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis for up to two (2) years.Desirable Qualifications:Verifiable completion of Incident Command System courses.Certified Emergency Manager from the International Association of Emergency Managers.Possession of an advanced degree in a related field.Verification of Education and Experience:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience during the recruitment process.Selection Procedures:

The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements.Additional Information:

The City and County of San Francisco encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace.How to Apply:

Submit your application through this job ad. Applicants will receive a confirmation email upon submission.Contact Information:

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the analyst, Kacie Kesler at Kacie.Kesler@sfgov.org.

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