What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Emergency Management Specialist - Experienced Level (Maryland) position at National Security Agency?
Responsibilities
The Office of Occupational Health & Well-Being Services is looking for a skilled professional to serve as the Chief of Emergency Management (C/EM). If you are drawn to a career as an EM Specialist, have strong leadership skills, and thrive within a fast-paced organization, the Chief position may be an ideal fit. The C/EM is responsible for guiding NSA/CSS Enterprise readiness for all types of emergencies through creating, implementing, and continually improving emergency preparedness strategies. The C/EM ensures that NSA/CSS remains flexible and resilient when facing potential risks and crises. Supervise, lead and/or perform emergency management work including managing and coordinating the preparedness for emergencies. Emergencies include intentional and/or unintentional crises, disasters, humanitarian emergencies, hazards, or natural and man-made/technological incidents. Emergency Management Specialists collaborate with and foster relationships between Federal, Tribal, State, and local governments, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector. The C/EM is a supervisory EM Specialist position. As such, your typical duties may include: - Directing comprehensive hazard initiatives to minimize workforce vulnerability to disasters; devising innovative solutions to address challenges in emergency preparedness; and cultivating environments that promote organizational partnerships for effective disaster response and resilience. - Serving as the EM technical authority, exercising autonomy and political savvy in establishing and maintaining relationships with various government stakeholders. - Leading the EM Mission Element across the NSA/CSS Enterprise to ensure a consistent and effective implementation of the EM program in support of worldwide workforce health and safety. -Proactively promoting emergency preparedness through diverse outreach initiatives, developing and disseminating workforce communication plans, and participating in external preparedness programs. -Coordinating with other EM programs within the DoD, Intelligence Community, and other federal and local partners to ensure a holistic EM approach is implemented at NSAW and across the Enterprise. -Functioning as the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Coordinator during special events and emergencies, utilizing strong project management skills and timely information dissemination. - Formulating long-term strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Collaborating with team members to establish key goals and implementing quantifiable metrics to evaluate project success or identifying areas for enhancement. - Evaluating team members' technical competencies and team performance to optimize task allocation and support. Managing team resources, monitoring utilization, preparing data-driven justifications for staffing and budget requests, and offering guidance on operational and administrative matters. - Effectively delegating responsibilities; setting and adjusting short-term objectives; conducting recruitment interviews; resolving staff concerns; identifying professional development opportunities and maintaining a safe working environment for the team. - Implementing quality control measures to ensure high quality deliverables. Composing, reviewing, and finalizing EM presentations and documents. Supervising and directing the facilitation, planning, and execution of discussion- and operations-based stakeholder planning meetings and exercises, including seminars, workshops, tabletops, games, drills, functional, and full-scale exercises.
Job Summary
The mission of the Office of Occupational Health and Well-Being Services (OHWB) is to maintain a healthy, trustworthy, and productive workforce and a safe and environmentally sound workplace. In that mission, there is a need to ensure the workforce and its leaders are prepared to take appropriate actions in the event of an emergency, whether natural disaster or man-made event. The Chief of Emergency Management will lead a small team focused on the coordination of emergency planning and preparedness across the NSA/CSS Enterprise.
Qualifications
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. SENIOR Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience; an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience; a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience; a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience; or a Doctoral degree plus 3 years of relevant experience. A degree in any field is acceptable. Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: emergency planning, preparedness, response, recovery, or mitigation.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Salary Range: $121,785 - $187,093 (Senior) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position. Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience. Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package. Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible). DCIPS Trial Period: If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.
How To Apply - External
Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position. A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications. **Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com** U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership (or designee(s)). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. (Please attach in application) 1. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. 2. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. 3. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired. 4. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position.
DCIPS Disclaimer
The C/EM will be a team-oriented leader who excels in a close-knit work setting and brings enthusiasm for crisis management to their daily tasks. The ideal candidate should have a track record of collaborating with partners to develop, coordinate, and maintain crisis management related initiatives, such as Resource Planning, Risk Reduction, Operational Preparedness, Response Protocols, and Recovery Procedures.
The Office of Occupational Health & Well-Being Services is looking for a skilled professional to serve as the Chief of Emergency Management (C/EM). If you are drawn to a career as an EM Specialist, have strong leadership skills, and thrive within a fast-paced organization, the Chief position may be an ideal fit. The C/EM is responsible for guiding NSA/CSS Enterprise readiness for all types of emergencies through creating, implementing, and continually improving emergency preparedness strategies. The C/EM ensures that NSA/CSS remains flexible and resilient when facing potential risks and crises. Supervise, lead and/or perform emergency management work including managing and coordinating the preparedness for emergencies. Emergencies include intentional and/or unintentional crises, disasters, humanitarian emergencies, hazards, or natural and man-made/technological incidents. Emergency Management Specialists collaborate with and foster relationships between Federal, Tribal, State, and local governments, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector. The C/EM is a supervisory EM Specialist position. As such, your typical duties may include: - Directing comprehensive hazard initiatives to minimize workforce vulnerability to disasters; devising innovative solutions to address challenges in emergency preparedness; and cultivating environments that promote organizational partnerships for effective disaster response and resilience. - Serving as the EM technical authority, exercising autonomy and political savvy in establishing and maintaining relationships with various government stakeholders. - Leading the EM Mission Element across the NSA/CSS Enterprise to ensure a consistent and effective implementation of the EM program in support of worldwide workforce health and safety. -Proactively promoting emergency preparedness through diverse outreach initiatives, developing and disseminating workforce communication plans, and participating in external preparedness programs. -Coordinating with other EM programs within the DoD, Intelligence Community, and other federal and local partners to ensure a holistic EM approach is implemented at NSAW and across the Enterprise. -Functioning as the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Coordinator during special events and emergencies, utilizing strong project management skills and timely information dissemination. - Formulating long-term strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Collaborating with team members to establish key goals and implementing quantifiable metrics to evaluate project success or identifying areas for enhancement. - Evaluating team members' technical competencies and team performance to optimize task allocation and support. Managing team resources, monitoring utilization, preparing data-driven justifications for staffing and budget requests, and offering guidance on operational and administrative matters. - Effectively delegating responsibilities; setting and adjusting short-term objectives; conducting recruitment interviews; resolving staff concerns; identifying professional development opportunities and maintaining a safe working environment for the team. - Implementing quality control measures to ensure high quality deliverables. Composing, reviewing, and finalizing EM presentations and documents. Supervising and directing the facilitation, planning, and execution of discussion- and operations-based stakeholder planning meetings and exercises, including seminars, workshops, tabletops, games, drills, functional, and full-scale exercises.
Job Summary
The mission of the Office of Occupational Health and Well-Being Services (OHWB) is to maintain a healthy, trustworthy, and productive workforce and a safe and environmentally sound workplace. In that mission, there is a need to ensure the workforce and its leaders are prepared to take appropriate actions in the event of an emergency, whether natural disaster or man-made event. The Chief of Emergency Management will lead a small team focused on the coordination of emergency planning and preparedness across the NSA/CSS Enterprise.
Qualifications
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. SENIOR Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience; an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience; a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience; a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience; or a Doctoral degree plus 3 years of relevant experience. A degree in any field is acceptable. Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: emergency planning, preparedness, response, recovery, or mitigation.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Salary Range: $121,785 - $187,093 (Senior) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position. Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience. Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package. Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible). DCIPS Trial Period: If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.
How To Apply - External
Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position. A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications. **Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com** U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership (or designee(s)). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. (Please attach in application) 1. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. 2. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. 3. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired. 4. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position.
DCIPS Disclaimer
- VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS** Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority. Veterans' Preference In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application. Acceptable documentation includes: - DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR - Certification of Service: A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND - Standard Form 15 (SF-15) Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf). If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND - VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating) You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/). **Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.
The C/EM will be a team-oriented leader who excels in a close-knit work setting and brings enthusiasm for crisis management to their daily tasks. The ideal candidate should have a track record of collaborating with partners to develop, coordinate, and maintain crisis management related initiatives, such as Resource Planning, Risk Reduction, Operational Preparedness, Response Protocols, and Recovery Procedures.
Salary : $121,785 - $187,093