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Cook County Government · 2 weeks ago

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND RECOVERY OPERATIONS (DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & REGIONAL SECURITY) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Greater Chicago Area

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$128K/yr - $156K/yr

4+ years exp

Cook County Department of Emergency Management & Regional Security is seeking an Associate Director, Emergency Response and Recovery to help lead operational policy, procedure development, and day-to-day field operations. This role oversees the alignment of assets, programs, and personnel with the County’s emergency response activities, while supporting budget planning, grant management, and compliance.

GovernmentNon ProfitResidential

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with operational policy and procedure development activities, while monitoring day to day field operational requirements of the department

Coordinate operational assets, programs and personnel with operational response activities and administrative needs of the department

Support the planning of budgetary matters and grant management related to operational needs and collaborate on the development of the annual operating budget and monitoring of quarterly expenses for the department

Represent Cook County on various regional, state, and federal committees related to confidential Homeland Security, Public Safety and Emergency Management matters

Oversee the operational management of emergency notification and public alert services, providing critical information during emergencies and disasters, while coordinating with department staff and Cook County agencies to ensure active participation in emergency drills and exercises

Remain up-to-date on training standards, codes, and statutes affecting the department and Cook County while ensuring the confidentiality of materials and information

Develop, recommend and promote cooperation and assistance agreements and memorandums for various local and regional units of government and non-government organizations

Qualification

Emergency ManagementFEMA/DHS KnowledgeBudget PlanningGrant ManagementStrategic LeadershipOperational Policy DevelopmentRadio Protocols KnowledgeMicrosoft Windows ProficiencyCommunicationProblem Solving

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher

Four (4) years of experience in emergency management, public safety administration, united states armed forces, or directly related experience

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Knowledge of FEMA/DHS National Interoperability requirements in relation to Homeland Security and Emergency Management, as well as expertise in state, county, and local communication plans and Emergency Operations Plans

Skill in interpreting and applying governmental directives while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive efforts and documents

Ability to work under extremely stressful situations and handle multiple tasks over an extended period of time

Ability to ascertain compliance with federal and state emergency preparedness laws, rules and regulations and explain compliance requirements to county and local officials

Possesses strong communication skills across verbal, written, and electronic formats, ensuring clarity and grammatical accuracy, along with proficiency in Microsoft Windows Operating systems

Ability to provide strategic leadership, insight, support, and direction to support the unit's mission and goals

Ability to solve complex problems that have long-term impact or organization-wide function

Ability to implement plans and objectives, and oversee the efficiency and performance of specific processes and operations

Knowledge of radio policies, protocols, and procedures

Ability to travel to various work locations throughout the county

Ability to work 24/7, including holidays and weekends for emergency response, which includes serving as the Duty Officer and potentially deploying to emergency scenes, incident command posts, or emergency operations centers activated for local or countywide incidents

Preferred

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree

Six (6) years of experience in emergency management, public safety administration, or the United States armed forces

Four (4) years of previous management or supervisory experience

Certificate of completion of Emergency Management certification in National Incident Management System coursework including ICS 100, 200, 300,400,700, 800

Benefits

Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans

Flexible Teleworking Options

Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation days annually; and Paid sick leave)

Pension Plan

Financial Support Programs and Resources: Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts – Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend

Health/Wellness Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.