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State of Oregon · 5 hours ago

Regional Mobilization Coordinator (Northwest Region)

Salem, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$6,122/mo - $9,409/mo

4+ years exp

The Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is dedicated to protecting people, property, and the environment from fire and hazardous materials. They are seeking a Regional Mobilization Coordinator to collaborate with fire defense board chiefs, manage Incident Management Teams, and develop strategies for the Oregon Fire Mutual Aid System. The role involves legislative analysis, coordinating local fire response efforts, and serving as a key contact for fire chiefs.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborate with fire defense board chiefs to develop, administer, and maintain strategies to improve the Oregon Fire Mutual Aid System (OFMAS)

Mobilize and coordinate all-hazard Incident Management Teams (IMTs), structural firefighters, and first responders to respond to emergencies including wildfires, hazmat incidents, and natural disasters

Responsible for legislative analysis, developing statewide mutual aid agreements, implementing strategies and standards for fire response, and serve as the main point of contact for local fire chiefs and response needs

Qualification

Legislative analysisStrategic planningEmergency response coordinationFire service experienceCollaborative partnershipsTechnical documentationCommittee engagementFire service trainingDigital communicationUnderstanding mutual aid agreementsWritten communication

Required

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification

Requires a valid drivers' license with an acceptable driving record

The expectation for this position is that you will be able to maintain a 45-minute or less response time to the border of their assigned region (Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, Washington, Multnomah, Yamhill, Clackamas, Lincoln, Polk, and Marion Counties)

Required to meet National Incident Management System (NIMS) and/or National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) requirements for Liaison Officer (LOFR) position by completing ICS 300/400 courses within 3 years of hire

Preferred

Experience working for or supporting fire service organizations (preference given for 5+ years of experience)

The ability to understand and explain the objectives, scope, authority, code of conduct and standards of the Oregon Fire Service Mobilization Plan to other individuals

Familiarity with key elements of fire service mutual aid agreements

Experience building collaborative partnerships and committee engagement

Proficiency in written communication and technical documentation

Experience with planning, coordinating, conducting, managing, directing and participating in fire service training, exercises and drills

Proficient experience communicating professionally and effectively in a digital space using various software applications

Benefits

Work/life balance; paid vacation, sick leave, 11 holidays, 24 hours of personal business leave, and a floating day off each year.

Medical, vision, dental (with most only 1%-5% employee share), and life insurance as well as additional optional benefits.

Retirement programs through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and optional deferred compensation programs through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan.

Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Abundant advancement opportunities within the agency and throughout State of Oregon government that carry your seniority and benefits with you.

Opportunities to expand your technical and professional skills.

Meaningful work with others who are passionate about public service.

Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians.