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Emergency Management Specialist

Employer
USAJobs
Location
Washington, D.C
Closing date
Nov 30, 2022
Duties

The National Exercise Division (NED) is responsible for the execution of the National Exercise Program (NEP) that tests and evaluates the capability and readiness of Federal, State, local and tribal governments. The NEP also validates the National Preparedness System core capabilities across all mission areas. The State Local, Tribal and Territorial Section, located within NED, oversees the following -
  • Managing, coordinating and leading the efforts of planning, developing, and delivering emergency preparedness exercises for the state, local, tribal, and territorial areas of the nation.
  • Leading the development of projects and programs related to exercises, evaluation, and assessments.
  • Serving as a senior level program manager for professional staff in headquarters and regional offices.
  • Performing as a spokesperson at meetings, committees, and working groups.
  • Writing clear and concise documents for inclusion in exercise papers, reports, and other products.


Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a current permanent Federal employee
  • Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. DHS 250-2 Application Form under "required documents" section.
  • Must NOT have any pending/outstanding disciplinary actions
  • Must have achieved a minimum of "meet expectations/proficiency" on latest performance appraisal/evaluation
  • Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*
  • The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.


Qualifications

Qualifications required:

1. Leading the efforts of planning, developing and delivering emergency management preparedness exercises for internal and external stakeholders; AND
2. Analyzing emergency preparedness data to improve program effectiveness; AND
3. Collaborating with senior leadership on improving exercise activities.

Please read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your application:
It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement.

Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
  • Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job)
  • Duties (Be specific in describing your duties)
  • Name of Federal agency
  • Supervisor name, email, and phone number
  • Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)


  • Education

    EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.

    Additional information

    **DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.

    If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position.

    Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA:
  • Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA.
  • Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include:
    • Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA.
    • Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA.
    • Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.


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