Emergency Management Specialist Job at Lorain County Commissioners, Elyria, OH

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  • Lorain County Commissioners
  • Elyria, OH

Job Description

The mission of the Lorain County Office of Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is to serve the citizens of Lorain County through effective planning for natural and man-made disasters. Our goal is to save lives and to protect property through coordination of an integrated emergency management system with all emergency response organizations, support services and volunteers.

Under general direction, a successful candidate will be responsible for planning for, responding to and recovering from both natural and man-made disasters. Coordinate interagency collaboration with local, state and federal agencies. Maintain emergency operations plans and lead public preparedness training. Assist with training and orientation of volunteer disaster personnel and attends continuing education courses as needed or deemed necessary. Apply for, identify and manage State and Federal grants while maintaining compliance with National Incident Management standards. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate's degree in emergency management or other related discipline preferred. Completion of secondary education supplemented with training in disaster services and planning, plus 2 years' experience in emergency planning activities
  • Must possess a current valid Ohio vehicle operator's license and maintain continuing eligibility for coverage under the existing vehicle insurance policy held by the County.
  • Completion of FEMA ICS Series 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 Trainings
  • Completion of FEMA Professional Development Series
  • Requires 24/7 availability to respond to an emergency scene or to manage the Emergency Operations Center during crisis (as needed)

KNOWLEDGE IN :

  • Federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding disaster services and Emergency Management programs.
  • Safety procedures and warning systems utilized in disaster planning; emergency management planning. 
  • Grant management and compliance

Please note that is position is completely in person- successful candidates must live with in 30 minutes of Lorain County EMA or be willing to relocate if they are hired

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Relocation

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