Operations Section Chief, Grant Services Specialist III (NCS) - Baltimore City Fire Department, OEM
Core
Lead operations for the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) during natural and man-made disasters, managing the Duty Officer Program, Emergency Operations Center (EOC), and hazardous materials response.
Role type
Senior IC emergency management operations chief
Builds
Emergency response protocols, EOC operations, and disaster recovery plans for Baltimore City
Domain
Public safety / Emergency management
Required skills
Project management, analytical skills, written and oral communication, organizational skills, problem-solving, staff supervision, incident command system (ICS) training, liaison management, report review and editing, community outreach coordination, decontamination procedures, radio communications management, driver's license compliance
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in public administration/emergency management, 4+ years in emergency response, direct experience with community outreach programs, experience with Federal grant programs, catastrophic planning initiatives, large emergency management planning projects
Technologies
Emergency alert systems, RACES (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service), EOC management software, radio communications technology
Responsibilities
Supervise the Duty Officer Program for disasters; train staff on hazardous materials and emergency protocols; respond to major incidents and assist with patient triage and evacuation; manage EOC operations and staffing; liaise with fire, police, DHS, and other agencies; develop standard operating procedures; provide media information during emergencies; investigate accidents and complaints; manage auxiliary communications services; coordinate with the Preparedness Section Chief on community outreach.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with staff supervision