Emergency Management Training & Exercise Lead - EMPS3

Description About WSDOT Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state.
In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking an Emergency Management Training & Exercise Lead in Olympia, WA.
This position is responsible for ensuring that WSDOT is ready and able to respond to and recover from any disaster or emergency by managing the Training and Exercise Program for the Office of Emergency Management.
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and support in the development, delivery, and maintenance a statewide emergency exercise program compliant with Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program and the National Incident Management System.
In addition, you will conduct disaster and emergency preparedness training for WSDOT employees.
This position also serves in Command and General Staff positions in the HQ Emergency Operation Center (EOC) as a State Agency Liaison to the Washington State Emergency Management Division, and as the WSDOT representative the State EOC.
This position contributes to WSDOT's mission by ensuring the planning and preparations are in-place to allow the agency to continue to prepare for and operate during and after emergencies and disaster situations.
What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will: Manage the WSDOT Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Training and Exercise Program.
Ensure WSDOT's readiness for response to a disaster or major incident.
Plan, coordinate, direct, and deliver training in emergency management-related functions, National Incident Management System (NIMS) concepts, and all facets of EOC operations across WSDOT EOCs compliant with Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP).
Create, conduct, and/or evaluate emergency exercises for WSDOT staff using the HSEEP.
Manage the WSDOT Emergency Management Working Group consisting of members identified by all regions and divisions who assist with emergency management plan updates.
Plan, coordinate, and develop action plans, and implement program changes.
Collaborate with other state agencies and participates in meetings, workgroups, committees, exercise design and updating state emergency plans.
Manage and deliver training for Incident Management Team in emergency management related functions and operations, NIMS concepts and fundamental EOC procedures, to include: EOC activation, operational continuity, communications flow and interoperability, decision-making, Geospatial Information System (GIS) activities, and EOC information systems management.
Responsible for the development for post incident After Action Reports and manages the Corrective Action Program for all incidents.
During EOC activations, performs disaster or major incident serves in Command and General Staff positions as necessary, facilitates EOC activation procedures, operational continuity and rhythm, communications flow (using all EOC information systems management) interoperability, and decision-making processes.
Creates or provides input for post incident After Action Reports and manages the Corrective Action Program for all incidents.
Serve in the State EOC (SEOC) as the WSDOT representative with federal, state, and private agencies.
Serve as WSDOT State Agency Liaison (SAL) to the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC).
Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following is required: A Bachelor’s degree.
Five years of experience in emergency management working within an agency or department.
(A master's degree will substitute for one year of the emergency management experience requirement.
) Completion of federally mandated NIMS classes (ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800) equated to the responsibilities of this position.
If ICS 300 and 400 have not been completed, they must be within six-months of assuming the position.
Completion of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program Course (ELK0146).
Must possess a valid driver's license (permanent requirement).
Ability to pass a thorough background check by the Washington State Patrol to achieve clearance for access to the WSP Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system.
Mastery of emergency management concepts (preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery), the Incident Command System and National Incident Management System.
Knowledge of principles of emergency management, the National Incident Management System (NIMS), and the incident command system; performance management principles; concepts for development of training using adult learning styles; state and federal rules and regulations related to emergency management and personnel functions.
Experience dealing with institutional and jurisdictional problems and making independent decisions as needed.
Effective communication skills both oral and in writing with internal and external entities to include email, briefs, reports etc.
Experience speaking effectively before groups including teaching, oral presentations or addressing a large or small gathering.
Experience managing staff and resources as necessary for effective emergency response and recovery programs.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: Knowledge of WSDOT practices and procedures, particularly those involving Maintenance Operations, Traffic Operations, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
Completion of the FEMA Master Exercise Practitioner Program (MEPP).
Important Notes This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system.
For more information, please visit www.
uscis.
gov Why WSDOT Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year! Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options.
Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.
Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT? How to Apply Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically.
Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary.
Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies.
This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
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Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
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WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system.
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uscis.
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Giese@wsdot.
wa.
gov.
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