Description

The LA County Board of Supervisors  has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Chief Executive Office is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Emergency Management Coordinator III, CEO vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster. 

Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and those who meet the requirements may be hired on a temporary basis for up to 90 days. 

Before the end of your temporary work period, you will undergo an assessment which consists of an evaluation of experience based upon your performance. This assessment will be weighted 100% and will evaluate your general ability to perform the job duties.  

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be placed on a list for and considered for permanent appointment to Emergency Management Coordinator III, CEO.

 
Essential Job Functions
 

Researches, develops, analyzes, and maintains complex and comprehensive emergency and disaster plans, policies, and procedures.

Coordinates, plans, designs, and executes disaster and emergency response and recovery exercises and training.

Recommends utilization of emergency response personnel, equipment, and supplies during emergencies.

Coordinates the response to active emergencies and disasters from the County Emergency Operations Center or a Field Incident Command Post.

Organizes and leads disaster recovery operations and leads Recovery Operational Area Coordination Meetings.

Develops and writes reports and correspondence; and maintains and provides disaster and emergency information to representatives of government agencies, community groups, business organizations, and the public.

Develops and prepares emergency information sheets, brochures, procedures manuals, and checklists.

Assists and advises schools, industry groups, the public and various groups in disaster preparedness efforts and ensures readiness of emergency operations personnel, facilities, and equipment.

 Communicates verbally, in writing, or through graphic representations with County management, staff, the public, organized groups, and representatives of various agencies.

Coordinates emergency exercises and trains emergency services workers.

Operates emergency equipment communications systems and coordinates emergency response materials and personnel.

Supervises leads the work of Emergency Management staff, leads work groups, and coordinates the work of staff on specific projects and programs.

Serves on a rotational basis as a Duty Officer responsible for coordinating and monitoring the County's response to any emergency or disaster that impacts the Los Angeles County Operational Area.

Moves supplies and equipment to facilitate information, disaster preparedness, and disaster recovery efforts. May also walk or climb over uneven surfaces to assess damage after a disaster.

Requirements

Requirements

OPTION I: Graduation from an accredited college with a Master's degree* in Homeland Security or Emergency Management -AND- two (2) years of progressively responsible professional** experience analyzing and developing plans, procedures and training programs in an emergency management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program.
  
OPTION II: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree* -AND- Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional** experience analyzing and developing plans, procedures and training programs in an emergency management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program.
  
OPTION III: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional** experience analyzing and developing plans, procedures and training programs in an emergency management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program.
  
OPTION IV: One (1) year of experience at the level of Emergency Management Coordinator II, CEO***, or higher.
 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Certificates of successful completion of the following Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) Independent Study Program courses****:

IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-100
IS-120.C: An Introduction to Exercises 
IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, ICS-200
IS-230.E: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
IS-235.C: Emergency Planning
IS-240.C: Leadership and Influence
IS-241.C: Decision Making and Problem Solving  
IS-242.C: Effective Communication
IS-244.B: Developing and Managing Volunteers
IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
IS-800.D: National Response Framework, An Introduction

****Please note:  FEMA courses are subject to periodic updates. Applicants must show they have completed the most current FEMA course. In order to receive credit for any certifications, you MUST attach a legible copy your certificate, at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email to [email protected] within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number on the subject of your email.
 
LICENSE:
 A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
 
PHYSICAL CLASS:
 Physical Class II – Light: This class includes positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: 
 
Out-of-Class Experience will not be accepted for this examination.  
 
*In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's Degree or higher degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email to [email protected] within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number on the subject of your email.
 
 **Progressively Responsible Professional is defined as demonstrating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility and working independently in emergency management (i.e., disaster preparedness, emergency response, mitigation, recovery, disaster cost recovery) including extensive knowledge of and experience with program-related areas, processes, and procedures.
 
***In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Emergency Management Coordinator II, CEO is defined as performing Countywide disaster and emergency management planning, response and recovery work, under general supervision.

 
Additional Information

To apply to the positions, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/jobs/4803010/emergency-management-coordinator-iii-ceo-fire-emergency?keywords=emergency%20management&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs