Emergency Program Specialist - Training & Exercises Job at Port of Portland
General Information
The Portland International Airport, PDX, is often the first impression people have of Oregon, SW Washington and the City of Portland. As the winner of America's Best Airport multiple times, we take the customer experience and safety seriously!
We are looking for an individual that will coordinate and administer all-hazards emergency preparedness activities across the Port, including emergency response planning, training, and exercising. The successful candidate will also maintain operational control over and oversee operational readiness and training for the Port's Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Additionally, this person will serve as a Port liaison to local, state, and federal emergency planning and response agencies, developing and maintaining relationships with fire departments, law enforcement, EMS, public health, Red Cross, and other emergency management groups and committees. Join this talented team and contribute your knowledge and experience to emergency preparedness programs at the Port!
NOTE: The Port of Portland is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our employees and community. As part of this commitment, all Port employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a Port approved medical or religious exception and accommodation as a condition of employment. Request of a medical or religious exception, will require you to go through the Port exception and accommodation process. Candidates must provide proof of vaccination or have a Port approved exception and accommodation prior to beginning work at the Port.
We are looking for an individual that will coordinate and administer all-hazards emergency preparedness activities across the Port, including emergency response planning, training, and exercising. The successful candidate will also maintain operational control over and oversee operational readiness and training for the Port's Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Additionally, this person will serve as a Port liaison to local, state, and federal emergency planning and response agencies, developing and maintaining relationships with fire departments, law enforcement, EMS, public health, Red Cross, and other emergency management groups and committees. Join this talented team and contribute your knowledge and experience to emergency preparedness programs at the Port!
NOTE: The Port of Portland is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our employees and community. As part of this commitment, all Port employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a Port approved medical or religious exception and accommodation as a condition of employment. Request of a medical or religious exception, will require you to go through the Port exception and accommodation process. Candidates must provide proof of vaccination or have a Port approved exception and accommodation prior to beginning work at the Port.
- This position is FLSA exempt, therefore it is ineligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of a 40-hour work week.
Summary of Essential Responsibilities
- Ensure program conformity with the principles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and National Response Framework (NRF) and Core Capabilities guidance.
- With input from all stakeholders, develop a comprehensive all-hazards multi-year training exercises program (MYTEP).
- Develop various training curriculums targeting key stakeholders and response personnel and to test and validation of all Port emergency response plans, procedures, and checklists.
- Represent the Port at the national, state, regional, and local level for emergency management functions, with a focus on training and exercising.
- Manage, coordinate and conduct trainings and exercises, including the Part 139 Triennial Full-Scale Exercise (FSE), Annual Aviation Security, and Cyber Security Tabletop Exercises (TTX).
- Accountable for the tracking of federally mandated NIMS compliance training; and Oregon State mandated earthquake, fire safety, and evacuation training to be conducted on an annual basis.
- Establish a comprehensive EOC Manager and EOC Assigned Personnel training and development program.
- Oversee the operational readiness of the PDX EOC.
- Assist with strategic planning for the acquisition of additional equipment and resources to enhance the Port’s overall emergency response and recovery capabilities.
- Support Veoci administrator in maintaining current capabilities, developing new capabilities, troubleshooting errors, and providing support to stakeholders who seek Veoci programming support.
- Compile a detailed After-Action Report/Improvement Plan following each exercise and real-world activation, and work with the team to implement a process improvement program to address desired changes or modifications to plans.
- Make critical decisions affecting airport security while acting as PDX alternate Airport Security Coordinator with 24/7 on-call duties and responsibilities.
- Investigate security incidents to determine if a violation occurred in accordance with the PDX Rules and ASP.
- Conduct investigations, review CCTV footage, access history analysis and in-person hearings.
- Complete notifications for critical and non-critical violations.
- Assist with monitoring and tracking trends in security incidents.
- Assist with education and outreach programs for badge holders and tenants to enhance airport security and mitigate future security violations.
Minimum Requirements/Skills and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration, Emergency Management or related field.
- Minimum 8 years experience in emergency planning or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.
- Ability to maintain a valid PDX Secured Area Security Badge is required.
- Valid Drivers license is preferred.
- Oregon Certified Emergency Management Specialist (ORCEMS) and/or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) certification is preferred or obtainable within the first two years of employment.
- Geographic Information System (GIS) experience is desirable.
- Advanced knowledge of:
- Incident Command System, National Incident Management System, the National Response Framework and Core Capabilities.
- Emergency Management best practices, industry standards and future vision and capabilities.
- State and Federal regulatory guidance and standards pertaining to airports, employee safety, fire life safety, and evacuation protocols.
- Exercise design and evaluation.
- Apply knowledge of general administrative principles including goal-setting, problem solving, program and budget development and implementation.
- Thorough understanding of aviation security operations, airport operations, and local, state and federal aviation security regulations.
- Handling information with appropriate levels of security and confidentiality.
- Being an active participant in projects by providing an aviation security perspective to business processes.
- Ability to coordinate with a diverse group of stakeholders with competing objectives and provide sound recommendations to resolve issues.
- Present excellent written and oral presentation communication skills.
- Successfully able to multitask and prioritize under stressful situations.
- Promotes safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work.
- Proven team player that shows the utmost respect for others.
- Demonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and passion for being inclusive.
- Working knowledge of:
- State and federal grant programs, management, and requirements to include 49 CFR 1542.
- Regional natural hazards and airport/office building security concerns.
- Learn and operate under the Incident Command System (ICS), and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
- Review, write & collaborate on reports, plans, procedures, letters, memos, and email.
- Develop, execute, and evaluate emergency response exercises.
- Lead group discussions in an orderly and timely manner.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Effectively communicate with airport tenants, industry professionals, airlines and other government agencies is essential.
- Represent the Port and Emergency Management Department at Port, local, regional, and national meetings.
Additional Information
- Safety: The Port promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice in accomplishing work by complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.
- Diversity and Inclusion: At the Port, we don't just accept difference; we value and support it to create a culture of inclusiveness and fun. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
- Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
- Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.
- ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources at 503.415.6000
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