AHS Emergency Management Support Specialist - Limited Service Job Listing at State of Vermont in Waterbury, VT (Job ID 933D9C4F-D5F4-4)

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Are you passionate about helping communities in times of need? The Vermont Agency of Human Services (AHS) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Emergency Management Specialists to join our team and assist with disaster case management services and emergency management planning.. This is a great chance to support Vermonters as they recover from natural disasters, including flooding, by providing critical support throughout all phases of emergency management.

As an Emergency Management Specialist, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering essential services before, during, and after disasters. You will work across a variety of sectors to ensure the well-being of individuals and families affected by natural disasters, focusing on areas such as mass care, emergency assistance, housing, human services, and individual assistance support.

Desired skills and abilities:
•    Effective communication and problem-solving skills to successfully support individuals and families in crisis.
•    Knowledge of emergency management practices and disaster case management.
•    A passion for helping others and making a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by disasters.

Join us in making a positive impact in the lives of Vermonters. Your dedication will help guide our communities through recovery and towards resilience in the face of future challenges. Apply now to be part of the Vermont Agency of Human Services!

We are recruiting for 2 positions, one will support 3/4 of the northeast Kingdom counties and the other will support Washington, Chittenden and Addison counties.

This position, AHS Emergency Management Support Specialist - Limited Service (Job Requisition #51948), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 
 
If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact jason.gosselin@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.  You must apply online to be considered.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:  Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Duties are generally performed in an office setting; however, in the event of an emergency, the incumbent may be required to stay overnight at the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The incumbent will be required to operate in high stress situations in the event of an actual emergency and during short and long-term recovery operations.

Bachelor's degree or higher in emergency management, public administration, risk management, or related field 

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience in emergency management, public administration, risk management, or related field.

Knowledge of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) programs, including the FEMA Individual Assistance Program and the Disaster Case Management Program is a plus.

Experience in emergency management, including Incident Command System certifications.

Experience in emergency management recovery planning and implementation.

Experience in plan development or revision.

Experience in case management.

Experience in project management.

Experience in facilitation.  

Must have private means of transportation with the ability to travel to statewide meetings.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.