JOB
About the Position: The position will be limited term in duration (approximately 3 months from start date)with the potential for renewal. The average workweek will vary and could be up to 40 hours per week (1,400 hours per calendar year maximum). Job Appointment: CasualWork Location/Schedule: Hybrid: Monday – Friday, 8-5pm. Flexible work schedules are available. 9911 SE Bush Street, Portland, OR.Please note: The incumbent is an essential employee and a member of the bureau's 24-hour response team and may require after-hour, evening, weekend, and holiday emergency response. Hours not to exceed 1,400 per calendar year.Benefits: These positions have limited benefits eligibility. Please review the Benefits information tab for more details. Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. Update application materials if needed. Position SummaryPBEM is seeking a limited-term/casual project manager to assist the bureau to find increased efficiencies in situational awareness processes across the City in order to have a more up to date and complete common operating picture of current risk and hazards, and enable the City to better partner with outside agencies and provide relevant and timely information to the public. The Project Manager would be responsible for: Convening stakeholders and conducting interviewsGathering information about current internal City safety, security, public safety and public works emergency response, public information, alert and warning, customer service and emergency management processesAssessing these areas for potential efficiencies in process, program models and staffingGuiding processes to reach consensusPrepare verbal and written recommendations for leadership for improving situational awareness and information sharing processes internallyEmergency management leadership experience preferred.During emergencies, may require on-call response.May help with other Bureau projects, as necessary.This position may oversee the work of a contractor to assist with this project.About the Operations SectionThe Portland Bureau of Emergency Management (PBEM) Operations Section is responsible for maintaining the operational readiness of the City's Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) and personnel. This also includes managing the Duty Officer program; supporting the PBEM Director; delivering training and exercises to city employees through the ECC Responder Program, coordinating emergency communications including Alerts, Warnings and Notifications (AWNs), radio, satellite and Internet connectivity, supporting crisis information management and situational awareness through a wide variety of operational and information systems, and overseeing Bureau daily operations, including telephony, IT, facilities, vehicle maintenance, and storage/warehousing. About the Portland Bureau of Emergency ManagementThe mission of the Portland Bureau of Emergency Management (PBEM) is to promote disaster readiness, coordinate response, and build resilience for Portland. PBEM develops and implements plans, programs, and policies to advance the city’s mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities. PBEM works before, during, and after emergencies to minimize negative impacts to the community and build a resilient Portland. We seek to center our work in service to the communities that face the greatest risk from disasters: Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color, immigrants, refugees, and people with disabilities. Have a question?Contact Information: Karen Ehn, RecruiterBureau of Human Resources karen.ehn@portlandoregon.gov
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Thorough knowledge of theory, principles, and technology in the field of emergency communications and emergency management.Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Incident Command Systems (ICS) in All-Hazards (National Response Framework, National Preparedness goals).Knowledge of emergency communication policies and procedures, and tactical operations of fire, police, and emergency services partner agencies.Ability to analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of program and advises on new developments, changing emphasis, or other events which could greatly impact the effectiveness of program delivery.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and to present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively.Although not required, you may have one or more of the following: Experience: Emergency management leadership experience preferred.3-5 years of professional experience managing projects and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.3-5 years of professional or volunteer experience working on emergency management, community resilience, public health, public safety and related projects and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. 3-5 years of experience with change management and process improvement work.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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