What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Preparedness Analyst position at Louisiana State University?
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Job Summary: Under the guidance of the Emergency Manager, develop and lead strategies for needs analysis, development and administration of a university-wide emergency management training and exercises program. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, teamwork talents and utilizes good facilitation, planning, training and exercise design skills. This position will collaborate on training and exercise efforts with partners in various departments within the university as well as with regional, state, federal, and private partners.
Job Responsibilities:
25%- Assists with monitoring and staying abreast of conditions that could impact University operations and/or faculty, staff and students including inclement weather, international events, etc. Serve as duty officer, which requires 24/7 availability, on a rotational basis. Responds to campus emergencies and assist with large scale special events during non-business hours; including nights, weekends, and possible holidays. During activations, provides support serving in various roles within the EOC's structure. Assists with response and recovery efforts during and after incidents.
25%- Assists in the implementation and evaluation of programs to prepare the University community for potential man-made and natural disasters and emergencies including such areas as training, vulnerability assessments, meetings, and conferences. Assists in ensuring development, implementation, and operation of software and other technology tools and processes to support a common operating picture during EOC activations. Assists with developing a university-wide training and exercise program that is innovative, comprehensive, and effective.
20%- Assists with establishing and improving processes of reporting standards for quantitative and qualitative data, and develop report templates to be utilized during emergency incidents; Continuously reviews all emergency preparedness plans for accuracy and feasibility. Provides supplemental training to personnel who may be assigned to work in the EOC; Troubleshoots user interface issues with multiple technology systems. Assists with recruiting and developing EOC staff and core committee. Assist the Analyst with all technical and administrative functions as needed.
15%- Assist with prevention, protection, response, recovery, and mitigation programs in the Emergency Management area, and serve as backup to the Manager for emergency events. Support complex planning, development, and assessment of emergency preparedness programs and activities to ensure university readiness for any hazards or incidents. Respond to emergency situations as needed; Seek out grant funding opportunities to enhance campus emergency preparedness efforts.
10%- Assists with preparing and maintaining short and long-term emergency plans and associated Standard Operating Procedures including but not limited to: Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, Continuity of Operations Plan, , Sheltering Plan, EOC Operations Plan, Recovery Plan, Weather Plan, and Special Events Plans.
5%- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 2 or more years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Disaster Science, Public Administration or related field with 2 or more years in emergency management, law enforcement or military. Preference to applicants with previous experience in a University emergency operations center setting. Incident Command System coursework: 100, 200, 700, 800; Experience in preparing and maintaining plans.
Special or Physical Qualifications: Per University Policy Statement 18 this position is deemed essential to campus operations and will be required to report to or remain on campus during times of emergency or closure. Proficient in MS Office Suite with excellent communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to operate in a fast moving, team-oriented, environment with time critical responsibilities. Moderate physical activity may be required. Ability to lift items up to 25 pounds unassisted. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. As a member of the Emergency Operations Center team, must have flexibility to work nights and weekends when required. May be required to be on call or work holidays during emergency situations such as natural disasters, public health crises or other campus threats. Must be able to work productively with a diverse stakeholder population.
Certifications/Licenses: Class E Drivers License
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Must provide resume, three professional references, official transcript(s) and pass a satisfactory background checkPosting Date:
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Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
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Salary : $44,600 - $56,500