County of Tulare hiring Emergency Services Specialist II in Visalia, California, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health and Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Health and Human Services Agency located in Visalia. The Tulare County Health and Human Services Agency is seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Emergency Services Specialist II. Advance your career as an Emergency Services Specialist II by joining our dedicated team, where you will play a crucial role in preparing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive emergency plans. This position involves a wide range of consultative, coordinative, developmental, planning, and evaluative duties aimed at ensuring the County's readiness and resilience in the face of disasters. You will have the opportunity to shape County Operational Area policies and programs, serve in senior roles within the Emergency Operations Center, and independently tackle technical and analytical assignments to enhance our emergency management operations.

The Emergency Services Specialist II is an advanced journey-level position within the series, characterized by a high degree of independence and the provision of lead technical supervision to other employees engaged in emergency management activities. This role requires a deep understanding of emergency management principles and practices, enabling the Specialist to effectively guide and support the team. Direction is provided by a Public Health Emergency Preparedness Manager, Office of Emergency Services Manager, Branch Manager, or higher-level administrator. Responsibilities may include the supervision of support and professional staff, ensuring effective coordination and execution of emergency management programs.

Typical DutiesServe as lead person or project coordinator on the most complex and challenging emergency management projects; Responds to local disasters and emergencies; may be deployed to other jurisdictions via mutual aid to support disaster response; Gather and analyze data to identify deficiencies and implement recommendations to enhance the quality of current emergency programs in the County; Formulate program and policy direction and alternatives and select and develop methodologies for implementation; Research, develop and maintain disaster emergency plans; Plan, design, and execute training and exercises for emergency response and management personnel; evaluate the efficacy of training and exercises; Lead and represent the County on committees and task forces; Assist management in contract negotiation and developing plans with private and public agencies, including communication agencies, volunteer organizations, public safety agencies, and other entities within the County; Assist in developing and promoting educational programs designed to improve the knowledge of individuals involved in emergency services delivery and disaster preparedness programs and the community; Conduct legislative analysis of disaster-related legislation. Monitor programs to ensure adherence to current legislation and contractual and mutual aid commitments; Serve as liaison and coordinator between county agencies, private sector, local jurisdictions, and State and Federal agencies, and respond to requests for information regarding departmental services or programs; Assist in maintaining the readiness of emergency operations facilities, systems, equipment, and personnel; Assist in mobilizing resources and staff to emergencies and serving in senior Emergency Operations Center or Department Operations Center roles on a rotational basis; Disseminate both routine non-emergency public information and public alert & warning during disasters; Coordinate recovery operations such as damage assessments, debris removal, Local Assistance Centers, and other recovery activities in the event of a disaster; Develop after-action reports and monitor the implementation of improvement plans; Analyze the effectiveness of current operations, plans, and programs, and make recommendations for improvement; Establish and maintain a data collection and management system that provides current information on emergency response and recovery; use this information to evaluate programs' effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement; Write and coordinate the adoption of plans, policies, and procedures to implement organizational, program, and service changes; Prepare maps, data dashboards, graphs, charts, spreadsheets, and complex documents using a variety of personal computer and web-based applications; Maintain various records as needed regarding studies or projects for future reference; Works flexible hours, including evenings and weekends; May provide leadership and expert direction to a workgroup comprised of line staff, professionals, managers, and directors during an emergency response; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications Education : Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, emergency management, communication, organizational development, homeland security, or a closely related field.

Experience : Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in administering an emergency management program or related program responsible for emergency preparedness.

Equivalencies Education: Associate’s degree with major course work in public or business administration, emergency management, communication, organizational development, homeland security, or a closely related field.

Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience administering an emergency management program or related program responsible for emergency preparedness.

Knowledge of: Local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding emergency services, disaster response, recovery, and mitigation; Fiscal analysis sufficient to develop budgets and examine and analyze expenses and fiscal documents; Principles and practices in administration, including organizational patterns and analysis, fiscal and personnel management; General automated and manual procedures and systems utilized in workplaces to resolve problems in delivering services; Managerial accounting principles sufficient to develop budgets, examine and analyze expenses and fiscal documents, and review and develop audit trails; Available resources and methodology for gathering data; Descriptive statistics sufficient to reflect the results of the research; Current industry-standard automated systems, including software programs, web applications, peripherals, and hardware; Principles of supervision, training, and evaluating.

Skill/Ability to: Write project proposals and develop programs; Develop, prepare, and present comprehensive reports and recommendations; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with various agencies, organizations, and individuals; Analyze and evaluate emergency services delivery; Read, interpret and apply complex, technical regulations, funding documents, financial reports, and federal, state, and local regulations; Prepare clear, concise reports and correspondence using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling; Effectively communicate orally and in writing; Interpret state and federal rules, regulations, and directives governing disaster and emergency services; Exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and recommendations; Convey complex concepts and procedures to laypersons and negotiate solutions to problems with others; Organize work and set priorities to complete assignments within established time frames; Retain and recall a wide variety of information; Maintain various records; Provide training and instruction to staff; Organize, set priorities, and coordinate workload of support staff; Work and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, when working in the office and remotely, especially during high-stress periods, with on-site and remote individuals and teams; Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles, and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; Operate emergency communications equipment such as public alert & warning systems, satellite phones, and two-way radios; Prepare grant applications, reports, reimbursem*nt requests, and other fiscal documents, and monitor and implement grant programs.

License or Certificate : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of : Agencies and community groups providing emergency services and emergency medical services; State and federal emergency plan requirements for local jurisdictions.

Additional Information Conditions of Employment:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
• Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
• An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
• Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bargaining Unit 19The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP). Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)

3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)

4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)

5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)

Limit of 300 hours.

FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.

Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled.

Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 6/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific