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Emergency Management Specialist

Office of the Secretary
Washington, DC Other
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2026
The Department of the Interior is devoted to protecting and preserving the natural resources of this great nation, including National Parks, Landmarks, and the well-being of communities, including those of Native American, Alaska Natives and affiliated Islanders.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification Requirements:
To qualify for this position you must meet the Specialized Experience for the series to which you are applying.

Specialized Experience
To qualify for the GS-13, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience (must meet all):

1. Developing and implementing effective emergency management procedures for an organization's emergency management program.

2. Coordinating, managing, and disseminating situational awareness activities and information to customers or stakeholders. -AND-

3. Leading workgroups to facilitate planning, preparedness, project management, or program management initiatives.

-Must meet all-

Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities:

This position is located within the Department of the Interior (DOI), Office of the Secretary (OS), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (AS-PMB), Office of Emergency Management (OEM), Interior Operations Center (IOC), Washington, D.C.

At the full performance level (GS-13) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Oversees the monitoring of multiple information sources to collect, analyze, verify, prepare and disseminate information to ensure immediate notifications and alerts are made to key personnel regarding significant events that are affecting or could affect DOI facilities and/or personnel. This includes developing and maintaining Department level common operating picture and monitoring critical incidents.

2. Oversees the preparation of required alerts and notifications to relay updated information regarding emergency management activities and events to a large interagency audience. Uses geospatial and other graphics tools to enhance understanding of situational awareness products.

3. Maintains proficiency in the operation of IOC communication and IT systems to facilitate information sharing, disseminate alerts and notifications and operate classified IOC communication systems. Establishes and maintains strong effective working relationships with personnel from DOI bureaus and offices, DHS/FEMA and other Federal, State and local agencies to facilitate sharing information regarding emergency operations, planning, preparedness, response, and recovery and mitigation issues.

4. Coaches personnel in the selection and application of appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, provides advice on work methods, practices and procedures, and assists team members in identifying the parameters of viable solutions for program success. Provides on the job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices. Instructs employees in specific tasks and job techniques and make available written instructions, reference materials and supplies. Provides information to supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, personnel needs, and resolving simple, informal complaints of employees.

5. Performs as an expert analyst in support of the Interior Operations, Office of Emergency Management, the Department's emergency management program, and the Secretary of the Interior in operational areas such as analysis and productions, modeling, innovation, and tools development. Leads workgroups and facilitates emergency management projects in support of the office's strategic goals and initiatives.

Position requires a Secret security clearance. This is a drug-testing designated position, subject to pre-employment and random testing.

The incumbent is designated as an Emergency Employee and is subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations or may be required to remain at work during dismissal or closure situations. Emergency Employees are expected to remain in contact with their agencies at all times during emergency situations. The Mission-Critical employee reports for work at regular or alternate worksites, as needed. Incumbent serves as a member of a Continuity of Operations team.

NOTE: This position has been identified for Emergency Operations Division Position Development and Qualification System certification established by the Office of the Secretary, Office of Emergency Management. Upon meeting regulatory and performance requirements, the incumbent may be non-competitively reassigned to position HQ0079C Emergency Management Specialist (Senior Watch Officer). The incumbent must submit to a Top Secret - SCI background investigation upon entering this position. Failure to obtain the certification or TS/SCI background investigation may subject the incumbent to adverse action up to and including removal.

A valid state driver's license is required.

OS has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for situational/ad-hoc telework only.


Salary Range Information (Per Annum): *First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level.

GS-13: $121,785 to $158,322*


This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.

Salary : $121,785 - $158,322

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