director of emergency preparedness 9317

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under the direction of the Commissioner of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services, and in accordance with U.S. Department of Homeland Security guidelines, an employee in this class directs the planning and implementation of Suffolk County’s Emergency Preparedness program. The incumbent provides, directs and maintains a plan of emergency action and services for the protection of life and property when threatened by natural or man-made disasters. Supervision is exercised over technical staff members and clerical personnel. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Prepares and implements plans related to homeland security, natural and man-made disasters, and U.S. Department of Homeland Security initiatives;

Secures and maintains chemical, biological, and radiological monitoring equipment and related supplies and equipment for response to a terrorism incident;

Maintains and operates Suffolk County’s Emergency Operations Center;

Performs and coordinates emergency management and Homeland Security training;

Provides assistance in emergency management to local towns and villages and coordinates emergency management operations with villages, towns, counties, state and federal governments;

Assembles, prepares and distributes reports and public education on emergency management;

Coordinates the processing of federal and state disaster claims;

Performs related administrative duties.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Comprehensive knowledge of modern organizational techniques and the principles and practices of sound emergency preparedness planning; thorough knowledge of emergency management and incident command; good knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of public administration; good knowledge of effective public relations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials and community organizations; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to prepare, submit and analyze reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of experience in a supervisory, managerial, or administrative position which included responsibility for developing or implementing emergency preparedness plans for private or governmental organizations; or,

b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and eight (8) years of experience in a supervisory, managerial, or administrative position which included responsibility for developing or implementing emergency preparedness plans for private or governmental organizations; or,

c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of a) and b).

NOTE: Additional graduate education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.

PROMOTIONAL

One (1) year of permanent competitive status as Assistant Director of Emergency Preparedness.

R 02/03/25

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive