Director Emergency Management Services

Description

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

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Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Metra Police Department serves and protects commuters using the Metra system and Metra’s property. The mission of the Metra Police is to safeguard the lives and property of the people they serve, to reduce the incidence and fear of crime and enhance public safety. Metra Police work to expedite issues with the commuting public and handle vehicle accidents and trespasser incidents on Metra railroad and property.

Metra Police actively engage and work with first responders as well as local, state and federal agencies during service disruptions and partner with these agencies on security planning. Their work ensures safety of Metra’s passengers and employees and reduces train delays.

Reporting to the Chief of Police and Security, the Director Emergency Management Services (EMS) will oversee the operational and administrative activities of the assigned team who is engaged in planning, organizing, and conducting operations for the mitigation against, preparedness for, response to, and recovery from major emergencies and disasters within the agency and the surrounding six-county region.

The primary duties include:
Provide leadership and guidance to the assigned team responsible for emergency management and preparedness activities; organize, prioritize, and assign workloads; monitor and evaluate work status, completed work, and performance; and direct and evaluate departmental in-service training. Coordinate external EMS related training programs; collaborate with organizations to develop and test emergency procedures and contingency plans; and oversee the assessment of community and organizational needs to determine public exercises and safety training programs.

Oversee the development, coordination and implementation of comprehensive action plans, procedures, and systems; and identify, allocate, and manage necessary financial resources including personnel, equipment, and funding during an emergency or disaster. Ensure all operational activities comply with local, state and federal laws, regulations and meet agency and industry standards concerning emergency management, homeland security program development, and hazardous materials incidents.

Approve time off, coordinate staff schedules, fill vacancies as necessary, and ensure compliance with departmental and company policies and objectives. Decide/implement staffing decisions, performance evaluations, and performance improvement, disciplinary, and/or termination procedures. Make recommendations regarding hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary and/or termination procedures. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Responsible for the safety objectives, goals, and program of the organization ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.

Works under both inside and outside environmental conditions under prevailing conditions of heat, cold, rain, and snow. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in public safety, emergency management, homeland security or a related field or in lieu of a specified degree any combination of education and experience may be substituted that equals four (4) years in emergency management or…