INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM COORDINATOR

This job posting is open to those who are already employed by Snohomish County. The Department of Emergency Management is seeking a Program Coordinator who will work with countywide response partners to design and deliver multi-agency training aligned with NIMS/ICS, maintain a training calendar and roster, and develop curricula. This position will work with response partners to coordinate emergency messaging across jurisdictions, standardize public alert templates, and support joint drills to ensure consistent, timely public information. The coordinator owns the Integrated Preparedness Plan (IPP) and facilitates planning, training, and exercise input from partners throughout the region. Operationally, the coordinator assists in the deployment of DEM’s field resources and helps identify the needs of response partners. This role sits within the Readiness Program and offers extensive cross-training opportunities for career growth. BASIC FUNCTION Plan, coordinate and implement emergency management program activities.STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Implements emergency management program activities in order to achieve departmental strategic goals and enhance operational readiness of the Snohomish County Emergency Operations Center.
• Develops and maintains databases of resources relating to emergency management.
• Updates and maintains Department of Emergency Management plans and procedures; conducts research, develops plan templates, and facilitates planning meetings.
• Coordinates and leads the facilitation and development of disaster procedures and plans with internal and external partners for areas, such as, mass facility management and debris management.
• Participates in the preparation, facilitation, and evaluation of disaster training and exercises; prepares evaluation guides, scenario documents, etc. as assigned.
• Develops, delivers, and maintains emergency preparedness public education program materials.
• Maintains a working relationship with the local, regional, and state emergency management agencies; serves on committees and task groups relevant to emergency management.
• Coordinates disaster response as part of a multiagency team in an Emergency Operations Center environment that may be staffed 24 hours a day for extended periods of time.
• Recruits, trains and supervises volunteers/interns; establishes volunteer policy and evaluation procedures. STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES
• Performs related duties as required. Associate's Degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or related field; AND two (2) years of experience in emergency management or closely related field; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Completion of the National Emergency Management Basic Academy. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS A valid Washington State Driver's License is required at the time of employment. Must complete FEMA's Professional Development Series within one year of hire. Candidates for employment must successfully pass a criminal background investigation. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of
• emergency management principles and practices, including the National Incident Management System
• principles and practices of volunteer management
• current trends in assigned emergency management responsibilities
• the principles and practices of project management Ability to
• deal courteously, professionally and tactfully with internal and/or external partners, agencies and the public
• work effectively as a member of a team and with diverse populations, sometimes in extremely stressful situations
• communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• follow verbal and written instructions
• operate Microsoft Office software packages SUPERVISION The employee reports to a Program Manager – Emergency Management or the Deputy Director, as assigned. The work is carried out in accordance with instructions and reviewed through periodic meeting and status reports. WORKING CONDITIONS The majority of the work is performed in the usual office environment with travel to off-site locations. Employees may be required to serve in the Emergency Operations Center or at other locations. As part of a regular rotation, employees serve as the 24-hour DEM Duty Officer and receive calls for assistance, evaluate situations, and utilize broad discretion to provide support to the requesting agency/jurisdiction, including activation of the EOC. Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. EEO policy and ADA notice