York County Emergency Management Assistant
York County Emergency Management Assistant
York County is currently accepting applications for a part-time position with the County Emergency Management office. Must be a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED. Must have excellent written/oral communication skills, be computer literate, have knowledge of strategic planning, and be self-motivated.
What we do:
- Coordinate Emergency Management Activities for York County.
- Maintain and update the county's Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP), Hazards, Vulnerability Analysis and Hazard Mitigation Plan.
- Activate and staff the county Emergency Operations Center.
- Work with other county, city, town, departments, agencies and response agencies to develop a variety of related emergency plans, procedures and guidelines.
- Serve as the focal point for coordination and liaison of activities between local, state and federal government in the response to and recovery from major emergencies/disasters.
- Maintain and operate the county's Emergency Operations Center.
- Monitor severe weather watches, warnings and special statements issued by the National Weather Service.
- Serve as Director of Information for the Seward/York County Local Emergency Planning Committee.
- Provide assistance and support to all public safety agencies, government entities and private sector partners through planning, training and exercising.
- Provide Continuity of Operations Planning information and guidance.
- Gather and disseminate information to the public, media and local government agencies to assist in preparation, response, recovery and mitigation for major emergencies and disasters.
- Comply with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Nebraska Emergency management Agency (NEMA) requirements for receipt and management of grant funding.
Must pass pre-employment drug screen. Salary negotiated based on qualifications.
Closing date: 05/22/2020.
York County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. This position is subject to Veteran’s Preference.