City of Austin
Director, Homeland Security & Emergency Management
City of Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Posting Title:
Director, Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Job Requisition Number:
COA092416
Position Number:
102180
Job Type:
Full-Time
Division Name:
Homeland Security - HSEM
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Liberal Arts, Public Administration, Business Management, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or in a field related to the job, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible work in emergency management/public safety administration, two (2) years of which were in a managerial capacity.
Licenses or Certifications:
None
Preferred Qualifications:
The most competitive candidates will have demonstrated experience in planning, response, and recovery related to major disasters and large-scale special events in a population setting of one million people or more; possess Certified Emergency Manager designation or ability to obtain one within twelve months of hire; and have effective communication skills to facilitate emergency management and preparedness.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Directs City-wide operations across all phases of emergency management to ensure preparedness, mitigation of risk, and efficient and effective response and recovery.
Oversees the execution of the City-wide emergency management programs, to include the development of departmental short and long-term planning goals and objectives for all-hazard mitigations, preparedness, response and recovery activities.
Provides management and administration oversight of departmental staff and directs Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operations during activation.
Oversees the administration of the Homeland Security Grant Program/Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI), coordinating with all applicable departments to ensure grant allocations meet grant requirements and help fulfill gaps within the City’s response capabilities.
Promotes emergency preparedness in the community.
Ensures compliance with City, State, and Federal government rules and regulations.
Oversees and prepares HSEM’s annual operating budget for submission to the City Manager.
Leads the planning, organizing, training, equipping, exercising, evaluation and taking corrective actions with other City departments, outside agencies, and stakeholders to ensure effective coordination during incident response.
Represents the department before the Mayor and Council, City departments, County, State and Federal officials, customers, professional associations, media, and the public.
Serves on various taskforces, groups and committees within the City and region.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
Knowledge of the principals and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to homeland security and emergency management.
Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in preparing and analyzing budgets, reports, and studies.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the City Manager, elected officials, other department heads, media, city employees and the public.
Ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with Boards and Commissions, city employees and the public.
Ability to use an equity lens and framework to create inclusive, diverse, and safe workplaces and community programs.
Ability to handle sensitive, highly nuanced interactions during situations/events that may be complex, stressful and/or unfamiliar.
Criminal Background Investigation:
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA:
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.
Information For City Employees:
If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
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Director, Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Job Requisition Number:
COA092416
Position Number:
102180
Job Type:
Full-Time
Division Name:
Homeland Security - HSEM
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Liberal Arts, Public Administration, Business Management, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or in a field related to the job, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible work in emergency management/public safety administration, two (2) years of which were in a managerial capacity.
Licenses or Certifications:
None
Preferred Qualifications:
The most competitive candidates will have demonstrated experience in planning, response, and recovery related to major disasters and large-scale special events in a population setting of one million people or more; possess Certified Emergency Manager designation or ability to obtain one within twelve months of hire; and have effective communication skills to facilitate emergency management and preparedness.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Directs City-wide operations across all phases of emergency management to ensure preparedness, mitigation of risk, and efficient and effective response and recovery.
Oversees the execution of the City-wide emergency management programs, to include the development of departmental short and long-term planning goals and objectives for all-hazard mitigations, preparedness, response and recovery activities.
Provides management and administration oversight of departmental staff and directs Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operations during activation.
Oversees the administration of the Homeland Security Grant Program/Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI), coordinating with all applicable departments to ensure grant allocations meet grant requirements and help fulfill gaps within the City’s response capabilities.
Promotes emergency preparedness in the community.
Ensures compliance with City, State, and Federal government rules and regulations.
Oversees and prepares HSEM’s annual operating budget for submission to the City Manager.
Leads the planning, organizing, training, equipping, exercising, evaluation and taking corrective actions with other City departments, outside agencies, and stakeholders to ensure effective coordination during incident response.
Represents the department before the Mayor and Council, City departments, County, State and Federal officials, customers, professional associations, media, and the public.
Serves on various taskforces, groups and committees within the City and region.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
Knowledge of the principals and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to homeland security and emergency management.
Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in preparing and analyzing budgets, reports, and studies.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the City Manager, elected officials, other department heads, media, city employees and the public.
Ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with Boards and Commissions, city employees and the public.
Ability to use an equity lens and framework to create inclusive, diverse, and safe workplaces and community programs.
Ability to handle sensitive, highly nuanced interactions during situations/events that may be complex, stressful and/or unfamiliar.
Criminal Background Investigation:
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA:
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.
Information For City Employees:
If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
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