Assistant Emergency Management Administrator (EM-05)

IMPORTANT:  EM-05 HIRING RATES WILL BE BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS, THE APPLICANT'S QUALIFICATIONS, AND OTHER RELEVANT FACTORS. (Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range from EM-05 $8,655 to $12,619, per month).

Assists the Emergency Management Administrator in planning, directing and administering the activities of the Emergency Management Program for the County of Maui, including the development and maintenance of plans for the operation of government and related agencies in times of natural or man-made emergencies; assists in coordinating and centralizing emergency response and disaster preparedness activities in conjunction with federal and state governments and other related organizations.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This class is distinguished by its responsibility to assist in planning, directing, and administering the Emergency Management Program for the County of Maui and maintaining a high level of preparedness for natural and man-made disasters; whereas the Emergency Management Administrator is responsible for the management and administration of the Emergency Management Program for the County of Maui under the direction of the Mayor.

(The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.)

• Assists in promulgating the planning, development, execution and testing of the County's Emergency Management Program and Emergency Operations Plan; assists in testing plans through training exercises, simulations, and alerts to determine effectiveness and worth;
• Assists in compiling data necessary to carry out emergency management functions, including data necessary for planning, monitoring, and following up on natural or man-made disasters;
• Assists in directing the financial, business, personnel, administrative and other functions of the Maui County Emergency Management Agency, including the preparation of the agency's budget;
• Assists in administering policies and procedures imposed by the Federal and State governments related to the Maui County Emergency Management Agency and its functions, and ensures that reports required by Federal, State and local governments and agencies are prepared and submitted on a timely basis;
• Monitors potential disasters as information is received and assists in advising governmental and private entities and the public on precautions or actions to be taken;
• Serves as a first responder on-call and assists in directing and coordinating emergency management operations during and after alerts or periods of emergency, including coordination and direction of the operation of the emergency operations center and emergency agencies;
• Assists in coordinating, supporting and integrating volunteers and volunteer organizations into the County emergency management system;
• Assists in directing the countywide emergency management information and education program, makes speeches and public appearances for emergency management programs, and establishes, maintains and fosters positive working relationships with government agencies and private sector entities;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Training and Experience:  A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in emergency management, homeland security, civil engineering, geology, geography, climatology, ecology, environmental science, public administration, business administration, public safety administration, economics or a related field; and five (5) years of professional level experience in emergency management, disaster planning, or public safety services management, one (1) of which shall have included the supervision of subordinate professional personnel.

License Requirement:  Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver’s license (equivalent to State of Hawaii, Type 3). Completion of state and federal courses in disaster preparedness, response and recovery (Incident Command Systems, Standardized Emergency Management Services, National Incident Management Systems), preferred.

Knowledge of:  Incident command system; civil defense laws; federal legislation and policies affecting civil defense administration; principles and practices of emergency management; principles of organization and administration; government organization of the State of Hawaii and its political subdivisions; principles and practices of supervision; and public relations.

Ability to:  Assimilate details and analyze problems; act decisively in emergencies; coordinate and direct emergency response activities involving multiple agencies spanning all levels of government (county, state, & federal) as well as private and non-profit organizations; speak effectively before large groups and the media; supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of others; organize and chair meetings and conferences at executive level; organize and coordinate activities of large numbers of volunteers and organizations, establish effective working relationships with representatives from other governmental agencies, community organizations, and various segments of the public; and obtain and maintain all required security clearances.

Health and Physical Condition: 

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping:  Light

Special Working Conditions:  Irregular and long hours, shifts, weekend, holiday work, and exposure to hazards as required.

Salary : $8,655 - $12,619