Emergency Specialist Preparedness

Munro Footwear Group
US - Montana - Helena
January 3, 2025

Position Title:
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in emergency management? Do you have experience in project or grant management? Do you want to make a difference in your community and state? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be a great fit for this position!
The Emergency Management Specialist (Preparedness) is responsible for developing and implementing preparedness grant program initiatives to reduce vulnerabilities and increase capabilities across the state. The position requires knowledge of financial principles and practices, as well as experience in project management. This position coordinates programmatic and financial aspects to grants such as:
Emergency Management Performance Grant
Homeland Security Grant Program
Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant
State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program
Nonprofit Security Grant Program
This position falls within the emergency management career ladder which establishes criteria for initial pay and pay increases, based on experience in all aspects of the profession.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical assistance to local and tribal stakeholders in the development and management of preparedness grants.
Develop strategies, guidance and plans to effectively utilize funds.
Develop presentation materials in support of grant-related trainings and workshops.
Ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Research new methods, resources, techniques, and strategies with emergency planning and management.
Support development and administration of local, tribal, regional, and statewide disaster and emergency plans that integrate agency plans and resources at all levels.
Provide support to the State Emergency Coordination Center as needed.
This position is open until filled. The first review of applications will be Monday, January 13, 2025.
Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, project management or a related field.
Four years of experience in emergency management.
Experience in project management and community engagement.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with diverse audiences.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to occasionally travel within the state and occasionally outside the state.
This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The location of the position is in Helena, Montana, however, telework is negotiable after completion of a probationary period. You will report to the Preparedness Program Manager.
Conditions of employment:
Must successfully pass background and driving records checks.
Must have demonstrated the ability to work with, and engage in, diverse working environments within and outside of the Department of Military Affairs.
The following documents must be submitted to be considered for this position (be sure to mark all attachments as relevant):
Resume
State of Montana Application
Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Salary: $30.00 - 38.50 Hourly
Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
Primary Location: Helena
Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Union: 000 - None
Posting Date: Dec 31, 2024, 9:06:15 PM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name: Beth Strandberg | Contact Email: *** | Contact Phone: ***
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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