Emergency Management Specialist en Department of the Interior

Not Required

Duties

This position provides direction and coordination for all-hazards planning, response, and recovery within the California-Great Basin, based on Federal guidelines as well as agency directives and standards. The Emergency Management Specialist (EMS) provides technical expertise and serves as an authoritative source in the oversight and execution of emergency management functions (e.g., Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), Continuity of Operations (COOP), hazards planning and response) to ensure preparedness and resiliency of mission essential functions. Advises managers on the adequacy, compliance, proficiency, and overall posture of emergency management requirements and functions and oversees and implements Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) updates. Manages and conducts Emergency Management activities in coordination with offices within the CGB Region by utilizing emergency management concepts and tools based on the Incident Command System, National Incident Management System, Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP), Federal Continuity Directives, BOR Directives and Standards, and other Federal guidelines and standards. Provides technical guidance and oversight on region-wide emergency management programs, plans, procedures, and activities; maintains compliance with BOR directives and standards. Utilizes the Incident Command System, National Incident Management System (NIMS), Federal guidelines, and Bureau Directives and Standards in planning and preparing for all-hazard incidents. Provides guidance and oversight on regional emergency management programs, plans, and procedures, ensuring readiness capabilities and compliance with Bureau directives and standards, participates in CGB emergency management policy and program working groups; conducts training on emergency action planning, continuity planning, incident notifications, and use of the Department of Interior (DOI) emergency notification system. Develops and conducts drills, seminars, and exercises in coordination with Area Offices and agency partners to strengthen preparedness capabilities and interagency coordination during incidents. Utilizes and maintains regional access and use of emergency telecommunications equipment and delivery systems to ensure interoperability and support continuity of operations. Coordinates and guides exercise planning process utilizing HSEEP methodology; develops exercise documents; conducts exercise planning meetings, activities, and exercises in coordination with Area Offices and agency partners; conducts exercise and incident hotwashes and After-Action Reviews to determine lessons learned and corrective actions.

Requirements

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation. You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents). You must submit eligibility documents for veterans consideration (see Required Documents). You must meet any minimum education and/or experience requirements (see Qualifications). You must submit transcript(s) to verify education requirements (see Qualifications/Education). You must maintain a valid State Driver's License at all times as the position requires operation of government vehicles on government and public roads. Failure to maintain a valid State Driver's License at all times will result in removal from the position. Travel is required approximately 15% of the time. Must possess and maintain a valid State's driver's license to conduct site visits of local facilities. This position has been designated as a Mission Essential Position (e.g., snow emergency days, holidays, increased security periods, national emergency). Who May Apply: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)

Qualifications

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the education and/or specialized experience requirement - this information must be clearly supported in the resume. To qualify at the GS-11, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-09 level in federal service having demonstrated experience performing the following types of tasks: integrate agency directives, the National Incident Management System, and other Federal emergency management guidance into regional programs and activities; conduct training and exercise planning related to emergency management programs and response plans; conduct tabletop and functional exercises specific to regional infrastructure; utilize emergency notifications systems and processes to ensure situational awareness. OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)(Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)(Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including time-in-grade restrictions and any selective placement factors if applicable, by 09/10/2025.

Education

This vacancy announcement allows substituting education for experience at the GS-11 grade level. You must submit a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not-qualified for the position. You will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications, if selected. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer. Accreditation: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional info, refer to the Office of Personnel Management and U.S. Department of Education. Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For additional info, refer to the U.S. Network for Education Information.

Other Information

Your appointment may be subject to satisfactory completion of a probationary or trial period. If you are serving a probationary or trial period, your appointment will terminate the day before the anniversary date of your appointment (or sooner) unless your supervisor determines that finalizing your appointment would advance the public interest, meet the organizational goals and mission of the Department, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and you may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a Student Loan Repayment Benefit (SLRB). The decision to offer an SLRB will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: SLRB Program. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may request consideration for a Superior Qualifications Appointment. For information, visit: OPM Fact Sheet. Related non-Federal experience or related experience as retired members of the uniformed services may be credited towards computing entitlement to leave accrual, at managerial discretion, providing that experience meets certain criteria. This provision allows new employees to earn annual leave at a higher rate than would otherwise be allowed. (5 Code of Federal Regulations, 630). For additional information, please visit: Creditable Service for Annual Leave DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including applicant rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ This position is designated as a LOW RISK position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated SF85 Background Investigation (T1 or equivalent) that is current (within the last 5 years). This is a condition of employment. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or that the applicant is exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Go to: https://www.sss.gov This is a bargaining unit position represented by Local 951 National Federation of Federal Employees. Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.