NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Operations Manager 1, 2, or 3
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$61K/yr - $91K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is part of the State of Louisiana, and they are seeking an Operations Manager responsible for overseeing the operations section during various events. The role involves managing a team, ensuring operational readiness, and coordinating emergency response activities with various agencies.
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Responsibilities
Actively manages and supervises a 5 person section which is responsible for providing technical support and expertise in the area of operations during any type of an event
Represents the Agency at federal, state and local meetings, conferences or other events as assigned
Serves on committees, panels, focus groups, task forces, and other inter-agency or intra-agency activities on behalf of the Agency, as assigned
Management and supervision of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), to include insuring its operational readiness
Responsible for the development and management of all section emergency preparedness programs for the Agency on a statewide basis
Responsible for directing, reviewing and analyzing data concerning program operation, scope and government policies, practices, methods, procedures and personnel used to implement and maintain the programs
Consults, advises and provides technical assistance to Federal, State and Local government agencies, professional organizations, private industries, volunteer agencies and local organizations on matters relating to all Hazard Programs for the Section
Prepares special reports relating to Operations Programs for the Deputy Director including yearly statement of work based on Federal and State emphasis
Prepare for and coordinate state emergency operations and disaster response activities with Federal and State Agency liaison officers
Participates in Emergency Management Operations both real and simulated
Performs on call duty on a 24-hour-a-day basis, seven days a week as a member of the CAT
Develops and maintains a liaison with all parishes
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
2–4 years of professional experience in emergency management, homeland security, emergency operations, disaster response, or related fields
Experience with operational planning and executing responses during emergencies
National Incident Management System (NIMS) / Incident Command System (ICS) training, ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800
Excellent decision-making skills under pressure and ability to direct large-scale response operations
Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for coordination across agencies and public messaging
Analytical, organizational, and planning skills to oversee emergency planning, response logistics, and after-action evaluations
Ability to travel, work long hours including 12-hour shifts or more, and respond during emergency activations
Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate
Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations for extended hours over an extended period of time
Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position
Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position
Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment
All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position
Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment
LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug test
The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment
Benefits
Retirement: LASERS
Insurance: Medical, Dental, & Vision
Paid Holidays: 10 plus proclaimed
Annual Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases
Sick Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increase
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
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2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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