ASSISTANT TOWN EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COORDINATOR 5820

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assists in the establishment and maintenance of emergency preparedness operating procedures. The incumbent assists in the development of management plans to address emergency situations. Work is performed under the direction of the Town Emergency Preparedness Coordinator and is reviewed through reports and conferences. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Meets with local officials and private individuals to gather information on available resources and plans for coordination in times of need;

Maintains a list of resources and equipment available for utilization by emergency agencies;

Maintains a directory of emergency services;

Helps coordinate the emergency programs of various departments within the locality;

Assists in organizing training functions for schools, volunteer organizations and other agencies in the locality;

Stands by at Suffolk County Emergency Headquarters in Yaphank during emergency situations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures associated with emergency preparedness programs; good knowledge of town facilities and geography; good knowledge of transportation methods within the locality; good knowledge of training and recruitment methods; some knowledge of business principles and techniques; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; ability to analyze facts and arrive at sound conclusions based on these facts; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

(a)Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and (3) years of experience in the administration of a public safety or emergency preparedness program.

R 02/28/17

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive