SoundTransit
Director-Emergency Management
SoundTransit, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Salary range is $140k to $240k, with a midpoint of $185k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint; however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity, and market.Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:Health Benefits:
We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.Employee Assistance Program.Retirement Plans:
401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).Paid Time Off:
Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight, and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.Parental Leave:
12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.Pet Insurance.ORCA Card:
All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.Tuition Reimbursement:
Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.Compensation Practices:
We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development, and recognition from your colleagues.GENERAL PURPOSE:The Director - Emergency Management provides leadership, planning, strategic coordination, collaboration, and management of Sound Transit's emergency management efforts. This role will create and influence emergency management programs and systems and ensure there are processes and protocols in place necessary to respond, react, and prepare for the full range of emergencies, disasters, or critical incidents that could impact the agency. The Director - Emergency Management is a key partner with Sound Transit operating partners, federal, state, county, and municipal emergency management personnel to prevent, prepare for, respond to, mitigate the impacts of, and recover from critical incidents.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Build and maintain key relationships, trust, and regional partnerships necessary to direct the agency's emergency-related programs and initiatives.Balance the need for timely public information with the need to be accurate in critical situations.Have a demonstrated record of successfully managing, developing, and implementing strategic initiatives, policies, and systems to achieve intended outcomes.Have the ability to advise, partner, and communicate effectively with senior and executive-level management about complex initiatives, policies, and issues.Manage complex projects including scoping and organizing resources, developing work programs, and facilitating multi-disciplinary teams.Build upon a culture of employee engagement that supports the development, learning, coaching, and team building necessary for the current and future workforce.Serve in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in an operational capacity or at other locations as may be assigned during exercises, emergencies, or disasters.Develop, revise, and maintain agency-wide Emergency Management program that supports an all-hazard approach to emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.Direct and oversee the department's short and long-range strategies, exercise proper financial control over budgetary expenditures.Establish and implement emergency management policies, procedures, and plans consistent with the mission, goals, and objectives of Sound Transit.Actively participate in the development of agency emergency management & preparation activities.Develop and maintain effective relationships with management & staff within Sound Transit and partner organizations.Provides coordination of emergency management relating to all areas of operation, including bus operation, light rail operation, commuter rail operation, paratransit operation, and capital programs to include all five phases of emergency management, including contractors.Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Business Management, or related field of study; eight years of experience in emergency management with increasing responsibilities for multi-faceted direction and planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Six years of leadership, budgetary, planning, and workforce management experience.Required Licenses or Certifications:Valid state driver's license.ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 certification at time of hire, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.Required Knowledge and Skills:Extensive knowledge of emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation strategies within a large organizational or public sector setting.In-depth knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) functions.Demonstrated experience in local, regional, or state emergency management.Demonstrated experience in Emergency Management training and exercises.Understanding of public safety operations, including collaboration with law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services (EMS).Experience developing and implementing continuity of operations plans to ensure transit services can be sustained during emergencies or disruptions.Experience in facilitating partnerships and collaborating across many diverse groups and agencies.Technical writing skills to include writing, managing, improving, adjusting policies, procedures, and processes.Substantial interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of supervisory and non-supervisory employees, Board Members, contractors, vendors, governmental entities, and the community.Proven problem-solving abilities, strong ability to work under pressure.Physical Demands / Work Environment:Work is performed in a standard hybrid office and field environment.Positions working in the field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.Positions are responsible for moving and lifting heavy objects at times during emergency drills and exercises.Position includes 24-hour on-call program and weekend/night shifts; position will need the ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends with minimal notice and carrying a cell phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week in order to respond to critical incidents.Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.
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We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.Employee Assistance Program.Retirement Plans:
401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).Paid Time Off:
Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight, and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.Parental Leave:
12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.Pet Insurance.ORCA Card:
All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.Tuition Reimbursement:
Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.Compensation Practices:
We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development, and recognition from your colleagues.GENERAL PURPOSE:The Director - Emergency Management provides leadership, planning, strategic coordination, collaboration, and management of Sound Transit's emergency management efforts. This role will create and influence emergency management programs and systems and ensure there are processes and protocols in place necessary to respond, react, and prepare for the full range of emergencies, disasters, or critical incidents that could impact the agency. The Director - Emergency Management is a key partner with Sound Transit operating partners, federal, state, county, and municipal emergency management personnel to prevent, prepare for, respond to, mitigate the impacts of, and recover from critical incidents.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Build and maintain key relationships, trust, and regional partnerships necessary to direct the agency's emergency-related programs and initiatives.Balance the need for timely public information with the need to be accurate in critical situations.Have a demonstrated record of successfully managing, developing, and implementing strategic initiatives, policies, and systems to achieve intended outcomes.Have the ability to advise, partner, and communicate effectively with senior and executive-level management about complex initiatives, policies, and issues.Manage complex projects including scoping and organizing resources, developing work programs, and facilitating multi-disciplinary teams.Build upon a culture of employee engagement that supports the development, learning, coaching, and team building necessary for the current and future workforce.Serve in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in an operational capacity or at other locations as may be assigned during exercises, emergencies, or disasters.Develop, revise, and maintain agency-wide Emergency Management program that supports an all-hazard approach to emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.Direct and oversee the department's short and long-range strategies, exercise proper financial control over budgetary expenditures.Establish and implement emergency management policies, procedures, and plans consistent with the mission, goals, and objectives of Sound Transit.Actively participate in the development of agency emergency management & preparation activities.Develop and maintain effective relationships with management & staff within Sound Transit and partner organizations.Provides coordination of emergency management relating to all areas of operation, including bus operation, light rail operation, commuter rail operation, paratransit operation, and capital programs to include all five phases of emergency management, including contractors.Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Business Management, or related field of study; eight years of experience in emergency management with increasing responsibilities for multi-faceted direction and planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Six years of leadership, budgetary, planning, and workforce management experience.Required Licenses or Certifications:Valid state driver's license.ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 certification at time of hire, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.Required Knowledge and Skills:Extensive knowledge of emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation strategies within a large organizational or public sector setting.In-depth knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) functions.Demonstrated experience in local, regional, or state emergency management.Demonstrated experience in Emergency Management training and exercises.Understanding of public safety operations, including collaboration with law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services (EMS).Experience developing and implementing continuity of operations plans to ensure transit services can be sustained during emergencies or disruptions.Experience in facilitating partnerships and collaborating across many diverse groups and agencies.Technical writing skills to include writing, managing, improving, adjusting policies, procedures, and processes.Substantial interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of supervisory and non-supervisory employees, Board Members, contractors, vendors, governmental entities, and the community.Proven problem-solving abilities, strong ability to work under pressure.Physical Demands / Work Environment:Work is performed in a standard hybrid office and field environment.Positions working in the field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.Positions are responsible for moving and lifting heavy objects at times during emergency drills and exercises.Position includes 24-hour on-call program and weekend/night shifts; position will need the ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends with minimal notice and carrying a cell phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week in order to respond to critical incidents.Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.
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