Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ยท 23 hours ago
Emergency Management and Disaster Recovery Coordinator / State Prog Admin Prin
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill the position of Emergency Management and Disaster Recovery Coordinator. This role involves assisting in emergency preparedness and disaster recovery planning, ensuring alignment with state and federal guidelines, and promoting a culture of preparedness across the agency.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assisting in plan development, maintenance, and continuous improvement for the disaster recovery program, radiological emergency preparedness program, and continuity of operations program, ensuring alignment with responsibilities set forth in Minnesota Statute, the Minnesota Emergency Operations Plan, Governor's Executive Orders, and federal guidelines
Facilitating data collection and maintaining the continuity of operations system and notification, activation, and communication system
Conducting training drills, exercises, and after-action reviews to build agency preparedness for emergency response and recovery
Providing emergency management and disaster recovery technical support, project management, disaster recovery program financial monitoring and promoting culture of preparedness and resilience across the agency
Qualification
Required
Three (3) years' professional level experience in 3 of the 4 areas: emergency management, disaster recovery, radiological emergency preparedness, or continuity of operations
A bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a degree in emergency management field or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience
Two (2) years' professional level experience in developing all-hazard emergency operations plans, including hazard identification, threat evaluation, mitigation planning, and risk assessments
One (1) year of professional level experience in designing, conducting, and evaluating training, exercises, and after-action reviews to improve capability to respond incidents
One (1) year of professional level experience in emergency preparedness, incident management, and Incident Command System (ICS)
Completion of the following FEMA Incident Command System Training within the last five (5) years: ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-200: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents, IS-700: National Incident Management System and Introduction, IS-300: Introduction to Continuity
Demonstrated experience in developing long range plans and programs with clear goals and objectives through project management, planning, process improvement, and innovation
Communication skills sufficient to establish effective working relationships with diverse audiences
Comprehensive analytical skills and experience to quickly integrate information from a variety of sources
Demonstrated ability to work under limited supervision
Demonstrated ability to use and effectively integrate products within Microsoft Office Suite
This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record; per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age or older with a valid driver's license may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency
Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status)
It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment
Preferred
Emergency Management Certificate
FEMA Level I Certified Continuity Professional
Experience working with mass notification, activation, and communication systems
Experience managing, coordinating, and implementing programs across multiple agencies and divisions
Experience with continuity of operations planning, radiological emergency preparedness program planning and exercises, and the FEMA public assistance grant program administration
Working knowledge and understanding of emergency management principles, practices and responsibilities set forth in state statute, Minnesota Emergency Operations Plan, Governor's Executive Orders, and federal regulations
Experience with statistics and research methods sufficient to select and use procedures to develop test plans, solve programs, and interpret results
Experience with operating databases, including data collection
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Company
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) works with citizens to conserve and manage the state's natural resources, to provide outdoor recreation opportunities, and to provide for commercial uses of natural resources in a way that creates a sustainable quality of life.