Salary: $40,037.09 – $51,784.63 Annually
Location : Mount Clemens, MI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 23-00327
Department: Emergency Management and Communications
Opening Date: 07/14/2023
Closing Date: 7/28/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
DEPARTMENT: Emergency Management and Communications
HIRING AUTHORITY: Director
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt – overtime paid pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement and Human Resources policy
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time position (37.5 hours per week.) The starting time for the position is currently 8:00 a.m.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direction, supports the implementation of emergency preparedness programs in Macomb County by assisting with the development of plans, policies, and procedures. Assists with the implementation of training and exercise programs and provides administrative support for department programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in updating County and local emergency plans, including the County Emergency Operations Plan and Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Assists in the completion and regular update of activity-specific response plans.
Prepares, creates, and maintains contact lists, user manuals, training material, and detailed procedures as it relates to emergency preparedness.
Prepares, creates, and maintains agendas, minutes, and other documents for emergency management related meetings, trainings and seminars.
Maintains accurate inventory of Emergency Management Division resources.
Coordinates programs to loan equipment and supplies to other first responder agencies.
Maintains records and serves as primary liaison to vendors utilized in an emergency.
Maintains a comprehensive directory of resources available to county government from third parties in the event of a disaster.
Assists in maintaining the county’s Emergency Operations Center in a state appropriate for day-to-day operations and immediate activation.
Assists in credentialing first responders within the county in accordance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Conducts regularly scheduled tests of various communications and emergency notification systems.
Operates an automobile to perform assigned duties.
Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
- Associate Degree or the equivalent of 60 credit hours completed in the fields of Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university
Preferred Education and Experience
- One (1) year of work experience in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or a related public safety field
- One (1) year of work experience providing administrative support of an independent and complex nature
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel
Preferred Licenses or Certifications
- Completion of the Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) designation through the Michigan State Police/Emergency Management Division is preferred within two (2) years of hire
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of emergency response and preparedness, and local and regional homeland security efforts
- Use and application of current computer programs
Ability to:
- Work effectively in stressful emergency conditions and make responsible decisions appropriate to the scope of the position and according to established laws, policies, and procedures
- Maintain sensitive information in strictest confidence
- Work independently and meet deadlines with limited supervision
- Ability to utilize countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments
- Maintain complex clerical records and prepare reports from such records
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; federal, state and County agencies; and the public
- Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
- Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
- Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
- Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
- Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
- Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
- Work independently
- Conducts oneself with tact and courtesy
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
Work Environment
N/S
O
F/C
Office or similar indoor environment
X
Outdoor environment
X
Street environment (near moving traffic)
X
Construction site
X
Confined space
X
Exposures
N/S
O
F/C
Individuals who are hostile or irate
X
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
X
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
X
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
X
Communicable diseases
X
Moving mechanical parts
X
Fumes or airborne particles
X
Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances or waste
X
Loud noises (85+ decibels)
X
Blood Borne Pathogens
X
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
Demand
Frequency
Description
Physical
N/S
O
F/C
Balancing
X
On even or uneven surfaces/ground
Bending
X
Tasks involve forward or backward bending at the waist
Climbing/Working at Heights
X
Tasks involve climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms
Crawling
X
Inspecting in confined spaces. Moving about on hands and knees
Digging
X
Tasks involve manual digging
Driving
X
Tasks involve operating any motor powered vehicle on sealed and unsealed roads
Grasping
X
Tasks involve gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands
Kneeling
X
Tasks involve flexing/bending at the knees and ankles to work at low levels
Manual Dexterity
X
Tasks involve fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing
Lift/Carry
X
Tasks involve raising/lowering or moving objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below)
Up to 10 pounds
11-24 pounds
25-34 pounds
X
35-50 pounds
51-74 pounds
75-99 pounds
Over 100 pounds
Push / Pull
X
Tasks involve pushing/pulling objects away from or towards the body
Reaching
X
Tasks involve reaching overhead with arms raised above shoulder height or forward reaching with arms extended
Sitting
X
Tasks involve remaining in a seated position during the task performance
Standing
X
Tasks involve standing in an upright position without movement
Walking
X
Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces
Running
X
Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS
Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.
The AFSCME Local 411 bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.
Health, Dental and Vision Plans.
As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage.
- Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment
Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays and Sick Time
Macomb County understands the need to balance work life with home life. We have policies for paid time off (PTO), illness, and holidays.
Retirement System
Macomb County has a defined contribution 401(a) plan. The employee contribution is 3% of base wages and the County contribution is 6% of base wages per pay period. Employees are 100% vested after five (5) years of service.
Deferred Compensation
Macomb County employees are eligible to contribute up to fifty percent (50%) of gross salary or the annual maximum as established by the IRS (whichever is less) to a pre-tax savings plan. The County does not contribute to this savings plan.
Life Insurance
Macomb County offers life insurance provided by the employer for regular full-time employees. Additionally, the employer will provide a payroll deduction for employees wishing to purchase additional life insurance for their self, spouse, and eligible dependents.
Long Term Disability
Long-term disability coverage is effective the first day of the month following six (6) months of continuous employment. This benefit is intended for lengthy illnesses with a 180-day elimination period, paying 60% of an employee’s monthly income.
01
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. “See resume” is not an acceptable answer to questions.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- No, I do not agree
02
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education:
- High school diploma or certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) Test
- Some college
- Associate’s Degree (or 60 completed credit hours)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree or higher
- None of the above
03
Do you have one year of work experience in Emergency Management, Homeland Security or a related public safety field?
- Yes
- No
04
If you answered “Yes” to having work experience in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or a related public safety field, please describe below when and where you obtained this experience. If you answered “No”, please type: N/A
05
Do you have a valid Michigan driver’s license?
- Yes
- No
Required Question