Emergency Management Critical Infrastructure/Key Resources Coordinator (7706)

ATHENA Consulting LLC • Full-time • Providence, RI, US • 5d ago

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for an Emergency Management Critical Infrastructure/Key Resources Coordinator. This full-time position pays $40/hr, and is located in Providence, RI.

Within the Emergency Management Agency, this will perform analytical and planning work in developing state and local emergency plans for preparedness, response recovery, and hazard mitigation as related to emergency and disaster events for a major emergency program in the Operations Support Branch within the agency; and to do related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Perform analytical and planning work in developing state and local emergency plans for preparedness, response recovery, and hazard mitigation as related to emergency and disaster events for a major emergency program in the Operations Support Branch within the agency.
Provide subject matter expertise on policy, threat, and vulnerability issues and strategic direction on Rhode Island Critical Infrastructure Protection.
Coordinate projects and negotiate programs with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and local government; and participate in major preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation operations
Perform technical work involving the National Infrastructure Protection Plan, National Response Framework, National Institute of Standards and Technology-Framework for Improving Critical Infrastructure.
Assess risk and vulnerability in order to implement antiterrorism, emergency management, and physical security protection policies.
Identify and implement threat reduction measures including plans, policies, and procedures, risk management planning, physical and cyber security, mechanical, structural, and architectural reviews, and business continuity planning.
Manage mitigation and remediation efforts including restoration of operations, logistics management, and information recovery for identified critical infrastructure in support of the State of Rhode Island.
Formulate and execute methodologies for risk management activities, to include risk mitigation and remediation research.
Plan and prepare initial/periodic risk management strategy training and orientation.
Integrate and synchronize efforts of strategic national and theater level critical infrastructure protection programs.
Perform technical writing or to develop and coordinate strategic mission assurance policies.
Maintain critical infrastructure protection program database
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Thorough knowledge in analyzing, developing, implementing, or modifying critical infrastructure security policies or procedures
Thorough knowledge in developing or delivering risk management security training or critical infrastructure program recommendations
Thorough knowledge analyzing risk management security policies or procedures to assess vulnerabilities
Thorough knowledge of developing, coordinating and communicating security policies
Working knowledge of skills with the ability to interact with people from many levels of industry and government
Working knowledge of the state's perceived risk to hazards as a baseline for risk communication and public outreach campaigns
Working knowledge appropriate software and applications
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with a wide variety of government officials, civic groups, private vendors, the public and State staff to enlist their support and cooperation
Ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate written studies, proposals and reports
Ability to represent the state in meetings with the public, media, and government
bodies to successfully promote program goals
Ability to articulate a persuasive and scientifically defendable case for disaster prevention and mitigation programs, plans and policies
Ability to multitask and be flexible.
Highly motivated.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Possession of Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Fire and Life Safety, or related field such as risk management or continuity Planning.
Experience in emergency management in a private, local, state or federal emergency management agency similar public safety related organization.
Or any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Working hours M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm.
Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

At the time of appointment:
1. Must obtain and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
2. Must obtain and maintain a PCII (Protective Critical Infrastructure Information) clearance.
Within six (6) months of appointment (subject to course availability):
1. Must obtain and maintain certificates of training for ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
2. Must obtain and maintain completion of FEMA Professional Development Series.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
You like to make your employer look good.
You find solutions, where others only see problems.
You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

· Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
· Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full- time employment
· Health Savings Account
· Pet insurance.
· 401k with a generous employer match.
· ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.
· Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.
· Short and Long Term Disability.
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
· Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
· Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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Pay: $40.00 per hour

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