Emergency Services Coordinator I/II-Limited Term

Emergency Services Coordinator I/II About the Position: Are you passionate about public safety, emergency preparedness, and community resilience? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Emergency Services Coordinator I/II to join our dedicated team. In this vital role, you will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of emergency response and recovery efforts for our community. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safety and wellbeing of our residents through preparedness initiatives, training programs, and real-time emergency support. Emergency Services Coordinator I/II is part of a career series for Emergency Services Coordinator I, II, and III. Under direction, coordinates a variety of activities related to the collecting, analyzing, planning, and implementing of County emergency response systems, services, and requirements; coordinates personnel, communications, and governmental and local resources to assure adequate preparedness and response efforts during unusual or large emergencies; provides information to staff, outside organizations and the public regarding emergency response planning and systems; and does other related work as required. This position includes tasks such as responding to emergency incidents to provide logistical support, representing the office or the emergency operations center at incidents or local emergency operations center as the agency representative Provides a communications link between the incident and the Emergency Operations Center. Knowledge of the National Incident Management System, Standard Emergency Management System, and the Incident Command System. This recruitment is to fill a Limited Term, full-time position. Employees in limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The sunset date for this position is to be determined. The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who sets high standards for themselves, enjoys a collaborative and challenging work environment and is ready to jump in and assist with any type of project, whether at a desk or in the field. This person must have strong writing skills and an ability to communicate across platforms, both in writing and verbally. They must be able to think logically, remain calm and decisive under pressure and keep a respectful attitude in all situations. This is an entry level position, and the ideal candidate does not need a background in emergency management, just the inherent talents and attitude to excel in the position. Education and Experience: A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes: Emergency Services Coordinator I: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in emergency management, public safety, business or public administration or a related field. Emergency Services Coordinator II: The same as above plus one year of experience at the level of Emergency Services Coordinator I. How to Apply: Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed. Supplemental Information: Must be able to work after hours, weekends, and endure long shifts including multiple days of shift work during emergencies. The eligibility list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies for either permanent or limited term positions. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. Make a Difference Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. Compensation and Benefits Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package. Some benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Health enhancing programs, Cafeteria contributions, Free visits to the employee health clinic, Mental Health resources, Voluntary insurance plans, Lifelong retirement benefit, Optional deferred compensation plan, Tax savings accounts, Paid personal, sick and vacation days, 12 paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Education and Wellness Allowance, Post Employment Health Plan, Family Friendly workplace policies, Flexible work schedule options, Rideshare commuter benefits, Pet Insurance. The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings. Examples of courses include: Emotional Intelligence, Supervisor/Manager academies, Microsoft Suite courses, Defensive Driving, Financial management, Retirement preparedness, Teambuilding, Written Communication, Conflict Management, Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC, Job specific conferences/trainings. Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans. Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority to get a loan for the down payment. What interests you in working for the County Office of Emergency Services? What does your ideal work environment look like? 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