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California Governor's Office of Emergency Services · 8 hours ago

PROGRAM MANAGER II, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$9,044/mo - $11,257/mo

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is a leader in emergency management and homeland security. They are seeking a Program Manager II to manage resources and implement objectives related to disaster recovery and debris removal programs, providing essential support during emergencies.

Cyber SecurityGovernmentPublic Safety

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for the management and supervision of resources and the implementation of work program objectives assigned to the Closeout and Debris Division

Providing management, coordination, and technical and administrative support to Federal and State Public Assistance programs and statewide disaster debris removal activities during normal and disaster recovery operations

Management of division staff responsible for various components of watershed mitigation and disaster debris removal programs

Organization of resources, and the implementation of objectives assigned to the Division

Make decisions on behalf of the Recovery Infrastructure Branch Chief when applicable

Establish priorities and accurately assess problems and possible resolutions

Continuously evaluate the Division’s capabilities, develop and implement plans to improve efficiencies to reach Recovery goals, as well as to ensure consistency with the department’s strategic direction in program and operational plans

Qualification

Emergency managementDisaster recovery operationsFederalState regulationsStakeholder engagementProject managementDiplomacyChange managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsLeadership

Required

Broad working knowledge of state and federal authorizing legislation, including California Emergency Services Act, California Disaster Assistance Act, Public Law 93-288 as amended by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (1988), Disaster Mitigation Act (2000), and others

General understanding and/or experience related to engineering, architectural and geological techniques used in a wide variety of public infrastructure construction projects

Principles and strategies of coordination of local, state and federal disaster assistance and recovery operations

Working knowledge of federal and/or state regulatory requirements related to the implementation of the California Disaster Recovery Framework

Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with individuals from the general public, legislative members and staff, private sector, and various staff within State and Federal government

Ability to make decisions on behalf of the Recovery Infrastructure Branch Chief when applicable

Ability to establish priorities and accurately assess problems and possible resolutions

Ability to learn quickly, possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and display a high degree of diplomacy and tact

Ability to continuously evaluate the Division's capabilities, develop and implement plans to improve efficiencies to reach Recovery goals

Ability to ensure consistency with the department's strategic direction in program and operational plans

Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required

Valid Driver's License (DL)

Completion of Form 700 within 30 days of appointment

Preferred

Experience in obtaining buy-in and providing leadership to a large group of multi-disciplinary team members that do not report directly to the incumbent

Experience in leading large-scale emergency response and/or recovery operations related to disaster debris removal and post-fire watershed protection

Demonstrated ability to innovate and evolve mission performance in a learning organization; experience with change management; ability to lead through changes and transitions

Ability to manage complex and sensitive management issues, recommend, and implement solutions; ability to multitask and manage multiple projects with various deadlines

Ability to exercise discretion and diplomacy in stakeholder interactions

Knowledge of State of California and federal emergency management response and recovery processes

Ability to work remotely, with sparse or changing communications, in a dynamic environment

Benefits

Free Parking

On-site Gym and Locker room

Electric Carport

Excellent CalPERS state pension plan

401(k) and 457(b) Plans

Flexible Schedules

Generous paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family

Investment in careers development

Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

Company

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

California faces numerous risks and threats to our people, property, environment and is prone to earthquakes, floods, significant wildfires, cybersecurity attacks, as well threats to homeland security.

Founded in 1943