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The Virginia Department of Emergency Management, headquartered in Chesterfield County, coordinates Virginia's comprehensive state and local multi-hazards program to prepare for, mitigate against, respond to and recover from natural and man-made major emergencies and disasters.
(The state employment application as well as information on other state employment opportunities and personnel issues is available on the Virginia Department of Human Resource Management Web site at http://jobs.virginia.gov/.)
Please note that employment applications will only be accepted online. Applicants must submit a State application online through the State Web site at http://jobs.virginia.gov.
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Operations Section Chief, #00022
Emergency Coordinator Manager I
Hiring Range: $50,000 - $65,000
Pay Band: 5
Closing Date: December 4, 2009
The Virginia Department of Emergency Management seeks a strong results and team oriented individual to manage a staff of professionals in the Operations Division. The incumbent will provide leadership for directing state level multi-agency response to emergencies and disasters. Will ensure the development and maintenance of operational programs and procedures; ensure facilities, equipment, and systems are maintained to provide for augmentation of the Virginia Emergency Operations Center; and serve as the Commonwealth of Virginia Emergency Communication Officer. The incumbent will also serve as a Staff Duty Officer on a rotating basis to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Some travel is required. This is a restricted position.
Qualifications: Working knowledge of local, state, and federal emergency operations systems as well as emergency response and recovery principles and concepts. Knowledge of communication systems and information technology. Considerable experience in a management or supervisory capacity. Project management and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate a wide range of functions under high stress conditions. Ability to lead and motivate a team; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with diverse individuals and groups; and to analyze information and make sound decisions. Completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800. Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Preferred: College degree in public administration, business administration, emergency management or a related field. Equivalent applicable experience may substitute for a degree. Operational experience in emergency management preferred.
The selected applicant must be able to obtain a U.S. government secret security clearance. The selected applicant will be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest and undergo a criminal background check to include fingerprinting. Position is restricted due to funding source(s).
Applications will only be accepted on-line through the State Job Listing at http://jobs.virginia.gov. Resumes may be attached but will not substitute for the on-line application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
Human Resources
10501 Trade Ct.
Richmond, VA 23236
Phone: (804) 897-6500 ext. 6605
