Emergency Management Specialist
Washington DC, DC
Full Time
Mid Level
Come make your mark with Watermark!
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In this role you will…
- The central point of contact for all communications from United States Attorneys’ offices related to emergency preparedness, planning, and response, including:
- Reports of any activation of districts’ Critical Incident Response Plan (CIRP), Continuity of Operations (COOP) Plan, and Occupant Emergency Plan (OEP) for all USAO buildings;
- Monitoring all situation updates during emergencies
- Testing communications systems and managing the day-to-day operations of the EOUSA/USAO Employee Notification System and the
- USAAlert mass notification tool;
- Maintaining electronic copies of the district emergency plans.
- Maintaining electronic copies of after-action reports (AAR) of any district exercise or actual district plan activation and sharing copies with other components as necessary.
- The focal point for supporting activation of the EOUSA emergency plans, including:
- Issuing emergency notifications to EOUSA personnel according to guidance from EOUSA leadership.
- Issuing emergency notifications during Occupant Emergency Plan incidents using the USAAlert mass notification tool.
- Continuing these activities during an EOUSA continuity event.
- Assist in developing EOUSA/USAO-wide policy standards and programs for emergency preparedness program planning and coordination. Drafted documentation shall be presented to SEMS management for review and revised in accordance with their provided comments and guidance.
- Propose alterations to existing emergency management plans to reflect changes in law and policy and lessons learned from previous exercises and incidents.
- Participate in the test, training, and exercise elements of the Continuity of Operations Program.
- Continue to perform essential functions as set forth in the Continuity of Operations Plan in the event of a continuity event.
- Provide guidance on emergency management laws, regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Conduct briefings, training classes, and presentations on other elements of emergency preparedness.
- Develop and assist in the implementation of an Occupant Emergency Program and Plan for the building occupied by EOUSA and other DOJ components.
- Work with municipal and federal agencies for response coordination. Assist in planning and conducting Emergency-Management-related training, drills, and
- exercises for EOUSA and other occupant agency personnel, including American Red Cross or other certified first aid, automated external defibrillator, and CPR
- training.
- Keep informed of events or activities related to the likelihood of an emergency, especially those that could affect response efforts.
- Assist in the coordination of responses to disasters and emergencies affecting EOUSA and USAO operations and personnel.
- Disseminate course material and resources via Department website.
- Take part in special projects and studies affecting the overall preparedness of EOUSA and the USAOs.
Experience Requirements:
- 4 years of experience or if no bachelor's degree, 8 years of experience in emergency preparedness, homeland defense, and law enforcement. Expertise providing input and design on policy. Strategic planning and project execution.
- Experience directing and controlling design and development, evaluation and control, and After-Action Review and Improvement Plan development
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
Security Clearance Requirements:
- US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a TS clearance is required
Other Requirements:
- May be required to move equipment/files weighing up to 50 pounds
- Requires ability to consistently perform repetitive tasks including filing and scanning
- May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
- Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
- Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
- Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Other duties as assigned
This position is contingent on funding.***
The anticipated compensation range for this position is $85,000- $110,000. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hour rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. Central to Watermark’s employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation.)
Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
Watermark Risk Management International, LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
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