Hernando County, FL
Director of Emergency Management
Hernando County, FL, Brooksville, Florida, us, 34605
Salary :
$82,971.20 - $107,744.00 Annually
Location :
Brooksville, FL
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
14184
Department:
HC Fire Rescue
Division:
Emergency Management
Opening Date:
11/13/2024
Closing Date:
11/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA:
Exempt
Bargaining Unit:
N/A
Description
The purpose of the position is responsibility for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing all Emergency Management activities and functions to protect the lives and property of the citizens of Hernando County. This position is a Board of County Commissioners designation in accordance with Florida regulations, employed by Hernando County Fire Rescue. Performs administrative and supervisory work related to the operation of the Emergency Management Division. Staff is supervised through direct observation and periodic review of reports. Performs other work as requested. During a state of emergency, the Emergency Management Division Director will report directly to the County Administrator and consult with the Fire Chief in accordance with Florida Statute Chapter 252.
Examples of Duties
Serves as the full-time professional Emergency Management Program Administrator as designated by Florida State Statute Chapter 252 and in compliance with Florida Administrative Code 27P.Provides primary coordination for emergencies/disasters affecting the county which include natural, civil, technological, and ecological incidents.Supervises and makes command decisions or recommendations during crisis or disaster situations.Ensures that all county communications are conducted efficiently during any incident involving Emergency Management coordination.Supervises department employees responsible for specific disaster relief and preparedness activities such as evacuations, sheltering, public awareness, disaster assessment, communication, and coordination with volunteer groups.Advises the Fire Chief or his/her designee of statute changes affecting Emergency Management.Available and prepared to respond (24 hours/365 days) as necessary to any county emergency/disaster or other event that may threaten the safety, lives, or property of Hernando County citizens.Assess disasters/emergencies and activates the primary or secondary EOC as needed.Coordinates Emergency Management functions with appropriate emergency response personnel.Provides technical assistance and coordinates resources with local, state, federal and private agencies, and organizations to determine procedures to be implemented to protect the citizens and their property.Coordinates and supervises mandated training for emergency response agencies and actively participates in and coordinates drills and exercises.Responsible for overall operation and functionality of the EOC and during activation, operates within a Unified Command.Coordinates, conducts, and participates in emergency preparedness conferences, meetings, workshops, and classes with local, regional, state, federal and private sector agencies.Participates in public outreach events to increase the readiness of residents and visitors and works towards building a culture of preparedness in Hernando County.
Emergency ResponseCounty employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description.Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in emergency preparedness or management, business or public administration, communications, finance, homeland security, public health, criminal justice, meteorology, or environmental science may be substituted for two (2) of the years of experience required.Fifty (50) hours of training in business or public administration, business or public management, or emergency management or preparedness. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for this training requirement.Completion of 150 hours in comprehensive emergency management training provided through or approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency or its successor.Four (4) years of verifiable experience in comprehensive emergency management services that includes improving preparedness for emergency and disaster protection, prevention, mitigation, response, and recovery, with direct supervisory responsibility for responding to at least 1 emergency or disaster.Pass and maintain a CGIS clearance.
An equivalent combination of education, experience or training may be considered at the County's discretion.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Completion of the FEMA-Professional Development Series (PDS) and the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS) is required.Completion of the Florida Professional Emergency Manager Certification or the U.S. Council of the International Association of Emergency Managers certification is preferred.Must be certified as a radiological monitor and be able to obtain certification for radiological response team, both within one year of employment.A valid accreditation as a Certified Master Exercise Practitioner through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Certified Emergency Manager through the International Association of Emergency Managers, or Florida Professional Emergency Manager through the Florida Emergency Preparedness Association.Completion of FEMA courses ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, and IS-800.Must possess and maintain: a valid Florida Driver's License and be insurable by current insurance carrier.
Required Competencies
Must be able to use mobile communications and personal protective equipment.Ability to react calmly and promptly during an emergency/disaster crisis for a prolonged period of time.Knowledge of the principals and functions of emergency management, with particular emphasis on Florida emergency management requirements/certifications.Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with the public, local, state, federal and private organizations both in person, by telephone and in writing. Must be able to work closely with these representatives during stressful and extended periods of time, possibly in dangerous surroundings.Knowledge of Hernando County geography and general understanding of Florida geography.Knowledge of local, state, and federal emergency response agencies.Ability to present in written form, statistical, financial, or factual information derived from a variety of original and secondary resources.Ability to coordinate hazards analysis on a variety of potential hazards to identify and verify the possible risk to the community.Expertise in the preparation of applications for grants, monitoring stringent compliance/performance standards of grant awards.Ability to interpret federal and state laws to formulate policy for implementation at the local level.Ability to mobilize and organize personnel and resources for integrated and systematic response to actual and potential emergencies/disasters. Ability to review disaster preparedness plans and identify deficiencies and provide technical assistance to improve response capability.Ability to complete reasonably related duties as assigned by superiors. In case of an emergency or crisis situation, required to perform reasonable duties as assigned.Assist volunteer organizations in their efforts to improve and increase response capability.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
Able to communicate using speaking, hearing and vision skills.Light to moderate liftingMust be able to access, input and retrieve information from a computer.Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).Sitting for long periods of time.Working inside/outside when dangerous conditions exist.
Environmental Conditions
The majority of the time is spent indoors working closely with computers and others, occasionally noisy office conditions including computer and printer noises.Occasionally may encounter irate individuals.Works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Pay Grade: 14
Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.
Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
Join our team!
Our benefits are designed to enhance your work and life balance, as well as the community we serve.
Hernando County offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees including health care, dental, vision, Florida Retirement System (FRS), voluntary deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and paid time off plans.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page:
01
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)Associate degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeProfessional degreeDoctorate degree
02
Do you have four (4) years of verifiable experience in comprehensive emergency management services that includes improving preparedness for emergency and disaster protection, prevention, mitigation, response, and recovery, with direct supervisory responsibility for responding to at least 1 emergency or disaster?
YesNo
03
Have you completed 150 hours in comprehensive emergency management training provided through or approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency or its successor?
YesNo
04
Have you completed FEMA-Professional Development Series (PDS) and the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS) courses? (Required)
YesNo
05
Have you completed the Florida Professional Emergency Manager Certification or the U.S. Council of the International Association of Emergency Managers certification? (Preferred)
YesNo
06
Are you accredited as a Certified Master Exercise Practitioner through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Certified Emergency Manager through the International Association of Emergency Managers, or Florida Professional Emergency Manager through the Florida Emergency Preparedness Association? (Required)
YesNo
07
Do you have the ability to interpret federal and state laws to formulate policy for implementation at the local level?
YesNo
08
Do you have the ability to react calmly and promptly during an emergency/disaster crisis for a prolonged period of time?
YesNo
09
Do you have the ability to coordinate hazards analysis on a variety of potential hazards to identify and verify the possible risk to the community?
YesNo
10
Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License in good standing?
YesNo
Required Question
$82,971.20 - $107,744.00 Annually
Location :
Brooksville, FL
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
14184
Department:
HC Fire Rescue
Division:
Emergency Management
Opening Date:
11/13/2024
Closing Date:
11/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA:
Exempt
Bargaining Unit:
N/A
Description
The purpose of the position is responsibility for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing all Emergency Management activities and functions to protect the lives and property of the citizens of Hernando County. This position is a Board of County Commissioners designation in accordance with Florida regulations, employed by Hernando County Fire Rescue. Performs administrative and supervisory work related to the operation of the Emergency Management Division. Staff is supervised through direct observation and periodic review of reports. Performs other work as requested. During a state of emergency, the Emergency Management Division Director will report directly to the County Administrator and consult with the Fire Chief in accordance with Florida Statute Chapter 252.
Examples of Duties
Serves as the full-time professional Emergency Management Program Administrator as designated by Florida State Statute Chapter 252 and in compliance with Florida Administrative Code 27P.Provides primary coordination for emergencies/disasters affecting the county which include natural, civil, technological, and ecological incidents.Supervises and makes command decisions or recommendations during crisis or disaster situations.Ensures that all county communications are conducted efficiently during any incident involving Emergency Management coordination.Supervises department employees responsible for specific disaster relief and preparedness activities such as evacuations, sheltering, public awareness, disaster assessment, communication, and coordination with volunteer groups.Advises the Fire Chief or his/her designee of statute changes affecting Emergency Management.Available and prepared to respond (24 hours/365 days) as necessary to any county emergency/disaster or other event that may threaten the safety, lives, or property of Hernando County citizens.Assess disasters/emergencies and activates the primary or secondary EOC as needed.Coordinates Emergency Management functions with appropriate emergency response personnel.Provides technical assistance and coordinates resources with local, state, federal and private agencies, and organizations to determine procedures to be implemented to protect the citizens and their property.Coordinates and supervises mandated training for emergency response agencies and actively participates in and coordinates drills and exercises.Responsible for overall operation and functionality of the EOC and during activation, operates within a Unified Command.Coordinates, conducts, and participates in emergency preparedness conferences, meetings, workshops, and classes with local, regional, state, federal and private sector agencies.Participates in public outreach events to increase the readiness of residents and visitors and works towards building a culture of preparedness in Hernando County.
Emergency ResponseCounty employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description.Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in emergency preparedness or management, business or public administration, communications, finance, homeland security, public health, criminal justice, meteorology, or environmental science may be substituted for two (2) of the years of experience required.Fifty (50) hours of training in business or public administration, business or public management, or emergency management or preparedness. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for this training requirement.Completion of 150 hours in comprehensive emergency management training provided through or approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency or its successor.Four (4) years of verifiable experience in comprehensive emergency management services that includes improving preparedness for emergency and disaster protection, prevention, mitigation, response, and recovery, with direct supervisory responsibility for responding to at least 1 emergency or disaster.Pass and maintain a CGIS clearance.
An equivalent combination of education, experience or training may be considered at the County's discretion.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Completion of the FEMA-Professional Development Series (PDS) and the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS) is required.Completion of the Florida Professional Emergency Manager Certification or the U.S. Council of the International Association of Emergency Managers certification is preferred.Must be certified as a radiological monitor and be able to obtain certification for radiological response team, both within one year of employment.A valid accreditation as a Certified Master Exercise Practitioner through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Certified Emergency Manager through the International Association of Emergency Managers, or Florida Professional Emergency Manager through the Florida Emergency Preparedness Association.Completion of FEMA courses ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, and IS-800.Must possess and maintain: a valid Florida Driver's License and be insurable by current insurance carrier.
Required Competencies
Must be able to use mobile communications and personal protective equipment.Ability to react calmly and promptly during an emergency/disaster crisis for a prolonged period of time.Knowledge of the principals and functions of emergency management, with particular emphasis on Florida emergency management requirements/certifications.Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with the public, local, state, federal and private organizations both in person, by telephone and in writing. Must be able to work closely with these representatives during stressful and extended periods of time, possibly in dangerous surroundings.Knowledge of Hernando County geography and general understanding of Florida geography.Knowledge of local, state, and federal emergency response agencies.Ability to present in written form, statistical, financial, or factual information derived from a variety of original and secondary resources.Ability to coordinate hazards analysis on a variety of potential hazards to identify and verify the possible risk to the community.Expertise in the preparation of applications for grants, monitoring stringent compliance/performance standards of grant awards.Ability to interpret federal and state laws to formulate policy for implementation at the local level.Ability to mobilize and organize personnel and resources for integrated and systematic response to actual and potential emergencies/disasters. Ability to review disaster preparedness plans and identify deficiencies and provide technical assistance to improve response capability.Ability to complete reasonably related duties as assigned by superiors. In case of an emergency or crisis situation, required to perform reasonable duties as assigned.Assist volunteer organizations in their efforts to improve and increase response capability.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
Able to communicate using speaking, hearing and vision skills.Light to moderate liftingMust be able to access, input and retrieve information from a computer.Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).Sitting for long periods of time.Working inside/outside when dangerous conditions exist.
Environmental Conditions
The majority of the time is spent indoors working closely with computers and others, occasionally noisy office conditions including computer and printer noises.Occasionally may encounter irate individuals.Works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Pay Grade: 14
Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.
Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
Join our team!
Our benefits are designed to enhance your work and life balance, as well as the community we serve.
Hernando County offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees including health care, dental, vision, Florida Retirement System (FRS), voluntary deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and paid time off plans.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page:
01
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)Associate degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeProfessional degreeDoctorate degree
02
Do you have four (4) years of verifiable experience in comprehensive emergency management services that includes improving preparedness for emergency and disaster protection, prevention, mitigation, response, and recovery, with direct supervisory responsibility for responding to at least 1 emergency or disaster?
YesNo
03
Have you completed 150 hours in comprehensive emergency management training provided through or approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency or its successor?
YesNo
04
Have you completed FEMA-Professional Development Series (PDS) and the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS) courses? (Required)
YesNo
05
Have you completed the Florida Professional Emergency Manager Certification or the U.S. Council of the International Association of Emergency Managers certification? (Preferred)
YesNo
06
Are you accredited as a Certified Master Exercise Practitioner through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Certified Emergency Manager through the International Association of Emergency Managers, or Florida Professional Emergency Manager through the Florida Emergency Preparedness Association? (Required)
YesNo
07
Do you have the ability to interpret federal and state laws to formulate policy for implementation at the local level?
YesNo
08
Do you have the ability to react calmly and promptly during an emergency/disaster crisis for a prolonged period of time?
YesNo
09
Do you have the ability to coordinate hazards analysis on a variety of potential hazards to identify and verify the possible risk to the community?
YesNo
10
Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License in good standing?
YesNo
Required Question