Emergency Management Specialist

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) is recruiting for an Emergency Management Specialist 2 in our Exercise Section!

This position is in the General Government (GGU) bargaining unit at a range 16.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our Definition FAQ to determine if you qualify.

In this role you will play an pivotal role by supporting statewide and local preparedness for natural and human-caused incidents that may impact life, health, infrastructure, and property. You will be at the forefront by assisting with the development, implementation, and management of a modern and effective exercise program. Additionally, you will oversee, coordinate, and evaluate exercise activities across all 19 Alaska boroughs, engaging with communities that represent over 90% of the state’s population.

The mission of DHS&EM is to lead the way in homeland security and emergency management to foster a prepared, resilient Alaska capable of meeting the needs of its communities and citizens in response to all-hazards events.

Joining our Exercise team means you'll be at the forefront of helping Alaskans impacted by emergencies while fostering a prepared community. This dynamic and fast-paced role involves time-sensitive decision-making and adaptability to ever-changing circumstances. You will also benefit from paid leave accrual, a variety of retirement options, and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, ensuring you are well-supported both professionally and personally as you serve your community.

DHS&EM is proudly located on Joint Base Elmendorf/Fort Richardson (JBER) surrounded by the natural beauty of the Arctic Valley where you can enjoy a three-mile paved walking / jogging trail and have access to a no-cost fitness center at the Army National Guard Armory. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and engage with uniformed military members and fellow state employees, to accomplish our mission while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior
• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

To learn more about the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, visit:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link:

If you can see yourself in this role, we encourage you to apply!

* NOTE
* SPECIAL NOTICE - JBER (BASE) ACCESS
* NOTE*

The successful applicants must pass a federal background check in order to qualify for military base access, which is required with this position's work location on base. The background check may include fingerprinting. All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of the federal background check and issuance of a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) card allowing base access. Also, you must be able to maintain the clearance throughout your employment.

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