City and County of Honolulu
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER (COMMUNICATIONS) (SR-24) [1 vacancy]
City and County of Honolulu, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814
Overview
Lead the City’s Emergency Communications Strategy. The Department of Emergency Management in Honolulu is hiring for an Emergency Management Staff Officer on a temporary (limited-term) basis with the potential of conversion to a permanent appointment. This position serves as the Telecommunications Officer within the department and focuses on identifying and meeting operational communication requirements for the department and the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and serves as the subject matter expert on communications systems and plans. Responsibilities
Work with City agencies and private sector partners to manage a comprehensive and high-performing program for operational communications planning to ensure the capacity for timely communications among and between affected communities and all response forces by any and all means available, including voice, data and video. Develop and maintain components of the City’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan that address City coordination to assess, stabilize and restore communications systems. Continually evaluate the City’s emergency communications systems and report to the DEM Director on the City’s current and future needs. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of telecommunications and information systems and technology with potential use cases for DEM and the EOC. Monitor national trends and research best practices from other jurisdictions and lessons learned from real-world events to identify enhancements to existing systems and technology. Plan and budget for the acquisition, maintenance and replacement of telecommunications systems, equipment, and services used by the Department for both day-to-day and emergency operations, including coordinating procurement with the DEM Logistics Officer, preparing technical specifications for telecommunications equipment purchases, evaluating bids from vendors, and supervising contractors providing services related to design, installation and maintenance of Department telecommunications equipment. Serve as the technical subject matter expert and provide support to DEM, EOC, and Oahu Warning Point staff on emergency alert and warning systems, including the Outdoor Warning Siren System and the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS). Serve as the point of contact with the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) on issues related to these systems, including testing, software and equipment installation, maintenance, user access, and ensuring City compliance with federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to operation of emergency alert and warning systems. In coordination with DEM Plans and Operations Officer and Volunteer Services Coordinator, provide technical support for all elements of DEM’s Emergency Management Reserve Corps (EMRC) volunteer program to ensure volunteers have the necessary communications equipment and related training to perform emergency duties. Special Work Requirements
Subject to call 24 hours per day for emergencies. Contact via cellular telephone. Position requires driving to any location on the island to perform damage assessment or support to on-scene incident command. How to Apply
Apply today. If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job opening, as well as future vacancies with this job title. Applications must be submitted online at governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu to be accepted. Actual salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval. Other Notifications
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you: use a valid e-mail account; verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account; are subscribed to e-mail notices; check your spam folders; and add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list. Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply. At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment. Education Requirement
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university with major work in public administration, business administration or a related field. Substitution:
Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor’s degree. The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. A foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. Verification Requirement:
In order to be given credit for your education, clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this qualification requirement. If available, attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript showing the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application, or mail a photocopy of your documents to the Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information must be legible and complete to receive credit. If you do not have the documentation to verify education at this time, note that if selected for the job you will need to furnish verification documents to move forward in the hiring process. Experience Requirement
Four years of responsible professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in the development and maintenance of plans and procedures for emergency communications operations which required knowledge of communications principles, practices and techniques and their application; amateur radio capability (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service); communications facilities and resources in the community. Non-Qualifying Experience:
Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. License Requirement
Possession of a valid driver’s license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment. Education and Experience Evaluation
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and related competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Examination Weight
Education and Experience Evaluation: 100% Employment Suitability
Due to the nature of this position, selectees are required to be fingerprinted as part of the employment suitability review. Criminal history information from the FBI and the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center will be reviewed.
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Lead the City’s Emergency Communications Strategy. The Department of Emergency Management in Honolulu is hiring for an Emergency Management Staff Officer on a temporary (limited-term) basis with the potential of conversion to a permanent appointment. This position serves as the Telecommunications Officer within the department and focuses on identifying and meeting operational communication requirements for the department and the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and serves as the subject matter expert on communications systems and plans. Responsibilities
Work with City agencies and private sector partners to manage a comprehensive and high-performing program for operational communications planning to ensure the capacity for timely communications among and between affected communities and all response forces by any and all means available, including voice, data and video. Develop and maintain components of the City’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan that address City coordination to assess, stabilize and restore communications systems. Continually evaluate the City’s emergency communications systems and report to the DEM Director on the City’s current and future needs. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of telecommunications and information systems and technology with potential use cases for DEM and the EOC. Monitor national trends and research best practices from other jurisdictions and lessons learned from real-world events to identify enhancements to existing systems and technology. Plan and budget for the acquisition, maintenance and replacement of telecommunications systems, equipment, and services used by the Department for both day-to-day and emergency operations, including coordinating procurement with the DEM Logistics Officer, preparing technical specifications for telecommunications equipment purchases, evaluating bids from vendors, and supervising contractors providing services related to design, installation and maintenance of Department telecommunications equipment. Serve as the technical subject matter expert and provide support to DEM, EOC, and Oahu Warning Point staff on emergency alert and warning systems, including the Outdoor Warning Siren System and the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS). Serve as the point of contact with the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) on issues related to these systems, including testing, software and equipment installation, maintenance, user access, and ensuring City compliance with federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to operation of emergency alert and warning systems. In coordination with DEM Plans and Operations Officer and Volunteer Services Coordinator, provide technical support for all elements of DEM’s Emergency Management Reserve Corps (EMRC) volunteer program to ensure volunteers have the necessary communications equipment and related training to perform emergency duties. Special Work Requirements
Subject to call 24 hours per day for emergencies. Contact via cellular telephone. Position requires driving to any location on the island to perform damage assessment or support to on-scene incident command. How to Apply
Apply today. If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job opening, as well as future vacancies with this job title. Applications must be submitted online at governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu to be accepted. Actual salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval. Other Notifications
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you: use a valid e-mail account; verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account; are subscribed to e-mail notices; check your spam folders; and add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list. Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply. At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment. Education Requirement
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university with major work in public administration, business administration or a related field. Substitution:
Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor’s degree. The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. A foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. Verification Requirement:
In order to be given credit for your education, clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this qualification requirement. If available, attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript showing the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application, or mail a photocopy of your documents to the Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information must be legible and complete to receive credit. If you do not have the documentation to verify education at this time, note that if selected for the job you will need to furnish verification documents to move forward in the hiring process. Experience Requirement
Four years of responsible professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in the development and maintenance of plans and procedures for emergency communications operations which required knowledge of communications principles, practices and techniques and their application; amateur radio capability (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service); communications facilities and resources in the community. Non-Qualifying Experience:
Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. License Requirement
Possession of a valid driver’s license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment. Education and Experience Evaluation
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and related competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Examination Weight
Education and Experience Evaluation: 100% Employment Suitability
Due to the nature of this position, selectees are required to be fingerprinted as part of the employment suitability review. Criminal history information from the FBI and the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center will be reviewed.
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