The Office of Multnomah County Emergency Management (MCEM) is seeking a Senior Emergency Management Analyst to join the team. In this role, you will apply your project management, community engagement, and public communications experience to lead projects and studies, effectively engage with County personnel and the public on emergency management topics, and serve on various boards, committees, and community advisory groups. You will successfully facilitate and coordinate emergency response and recovery activities, training and exercises, engagement with the public and partners during sensitive and high-intensity situations and extended periods of time in order to reach emergency management outcomes and goals.
The Senior Emergency Management Analyst will have opportunities to showcase excellent project management, interpersonal and communication skills, as well as strong technical writing and outstanding grant management skills. You will work in a flexible environment, be part of a small and professionally-diverse team, and collaborate with all programs within MCEM. MCEM has a commitment to equitably serving communities in a human-services oriented jurisdiction.
Primary responsibilities will include:
Project Management Activities:
- Coordinate, develop, and manage planning and implementation of emergency management programs, special and complex projects; plan, prioritize, assign, and check work progress to ensure completion within timelines.
- Evaluate emergency management policies, practices, programs, and functions and make revisions to achieve desired outcomes; monitor and assess program services and activities; take initiative and exercise leadership in achieving consensus among stakeholders on varied and complex issues.
- Conduct analysis and prepare reports regarding potential hazards and risks; prepare and analyze damage assessments following natural or technological disasters and critical incidents; participate in the development of After Action Reports and Improvement Plans.
- Prepare and apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants and apply for external funding opportunities.
Community Engagement Activities:
- Coordinate communication and engagement with the general public, external emergency officials, and partners.
- Act as liaison with other emergency management officials and partners; serve on various county, state, and regional boards, committees, and community advisory groups.
- Interact effectively with various organizations, partners, and populations during sensitive and high intensity situations and extended periods of time in order to reach emergency management outcomes and goals.
Emergency Operations and Response:
- Facilitate, coordinate, and/or participate in county, state, and federal emergency response and recovery activities;
- Lead communication and engagement with the general public and outside emergency officials and partners;
- Open and serve in various roles in the Emergency Operations Center.
Position Type
All positions with the Office of Emergency Management are designated as essential personnel and required to work during many types of emergency situations, including severe inclement weather. This may require irregular work hours and work at locations other than the primary work location. This position currently has a hybrid work environment of in office and working at home, the schedule of which may be impacted during emergency responses.
To Qualify
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience.
- Three (3) years of experience in managing complex, long-term projects and writing detailed technical reports or plans.
- Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Pass background and professional reference checks.
- Ability to complete required National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses (IS 100, 200, 700 & 800) within 6 months of hire.
- Ability to complete the FEMA Professional Development Series Certification (IS-120, IS-230, IS-235, IS-240, IS-241, IS-242, & IS-244) within one (1) year of hire.
- Familiarity with principles and practices of Emergency Management and knowledge areas including, but not limited to, National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS), National Response Framework (NRF), Continuity of Operations, and others.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have all of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or equivalent state emergency manager certification
- Experience with grant writing and grant management or additional experience in managing long-term projects and detailed technical writing.
- Experience in responding to emergency events and/or participation in emergency exercises.
- Project Management Certification (PMP) or other project management certification
- Experience engaging communities in culturally appropriate ways, including those with access and functional needs, diverse racial and ethnic communities, and other underserved and underrepresented communities.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
Screening and Evaluation:
Application Packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application.
- A completed online application.
- An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, the number of employees under your supervision.
- An uploaded cover letter that expands on your resume and details your prior experience and how it may align with the preferred and desired areas.
- Copies of certificates or transcripts of completed FEMA and other Emergency Management training, if any.
Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the To Qualify section of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
- Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review, phone screen, and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.
- Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s), a hiring interview, and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
- Professional reference checks.
Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.
Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience, education seniority, training, and/or tenure. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
Additional Information:
- This position is a union represented position and is eligible for overtime.
- This position is approved for a hybrid schedule. The onsite work location is at the Multnomah Building, 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214.
- All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.
- This recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call positions.