Emergency Management Specialist

THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist in Dauphin County to support the Radiological Emergency Preparedness (REP) Program. This is an opportunity to join an experienced, collaborative team within a long-standing, well-established program built on strong federal partnerships and a clear public safety mission. In this role, you will contribute directly to protecting communities across the Commonwealth through hands-on involvement in federally evaluated REP exercises and ongoing coordination with Federal Emergency Management Agency, state and local agencies, and utility partners.

You will have the chance to take ownership of meaningful projects, lead planning initiatives, and help shape program improvements that strengthen statewide radiological preparedness. The position offers continuous professional development through specialized training, exercises, and interagency collaboration, allowing you to build valuable expertise in a highly specialized field of emergency management. If you are motivated by mission-driven work and ready to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Emergency Management Specialist for Radiological Emergency Response Preparedness works under the general supervision of the Planning Administrator within the Bureau of Technological Hazards. This position is responsible for supporting offsite emergency response planning for nuclear power plants across the Commonwealth. The role ensures that county and municipal radiological emergency response plans are properly developed, maintained, and coordinated, while also supporting training, exercises, regulatory compliance, and interagency communication. The specialist serves as a key liaison among state, federal, and utility partners and contributes to the Commonwealth's overall radiological preparedness and public safety efforts.

• Coordinate the development and maintenance of offsite radiological emergency response plans for risk and support counties and municipalities.
• Review plans and plan updates to ensure adequacy, accuracy, and continuity across plume exposure pathway emergency planning zones.
• Conduct, evaluate, or participate in training for emergency workers and organizations involved in offsite response to nuclear power plant incidents.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Commonwealth regulations and guidance related to radiological emergency preparedness and public health protection.
• Serve as a liaison between the Commonwealth Response Coordination Center and nuclear power plant Emergency Operations Facilities as a situation analyst.
• Participate in the coordination of Act 31 program activities related to the Radiation Emergency Response Fund and Radiation Transportation Emergency Response Fund.
• Assist in coordinating federal support to the Commonwealth as outlined in applicable federal plans.
• Conduct annual reviews of nuclear power plant offsite public safety information materials and coordinate their publication and distribution.
• Perform additional emergency management duties as assigned.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Free on-site parking
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel, work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of a training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will receive the minimum starting salary listed on this posting. The starting salary is non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Emergency Management Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional experience in the development, coordination, or promotion of emergency management programs such as disaster relief, public safety, flood mitigation and resiliency, and emergency management in government, industry, education, or the military; and a bachelor's degree;