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1 Job Announcement Emergency/Risk Manager Opens: Friday, December 15, 2023 Closes: Open until filled Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $36.00—$39.00 per hour Competitive Benefits Package—see page 6-7 Under the direction of the Communications & Programs Director, the Emergency/Risk Manager coordinates the development, administration, and operations of Millcreek’s emergency plans with volunteer groups (city departments, governmental agencies, and private organizations). This position is responsible for identifying and quantifying areas of risk and maintaining safety programs and training to reduce or eliminate risks to the city. Application Process: Interested applicants should submit a resume with cover letter and references to: [EMAIL REDACTED] OR Millcreek Human Resources Attn: Stephanie Bond 1330 E Chambers Avenue Millcreek, UT 84106 POSITION(S) SUPERVISED: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Coordinate and supervise public outreach efforts to volunteer organizations as it relates to emergency management. Encourage residents, employees, and others to be personally prepared for emergencies. 2. Analyze, develop, and coordinate the city-wide emergency preparedness program. 3. Manage the Millcreek Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, including promoting, scheduling classes, materials preparation, trainer coordination, delivery of the training, and city-side volunteer activation and coordination. Must work closely with the Millcreek CERT Program manager and the Salt Lake County CERT Coordination Council (SLC4). 4. Develop and maintain the city’s emergency operations plans and related plans, appendices, and documents. Establish new plans and procedures, as needed. 5. Coordinate emergency management response with city departments and other agencies. May respond to emergencies in a variety of roles as required by the city. May serve as media contact upon approval of City Administrator or Mayor. 6. Maintain the Millcreek Emergency Operations/Coordination Center so that it is fully operational in times of activations. 7. Prepare reports, make public presentations, and complete research on current disaster management and recovery methods. 8. Research, apply for, manage, and coordinate grant opportunities as they relate to emergency management. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 9. Establish and maintain relationships with Municipal, County, and State emergency management officials. 10. Responsible for the coordination with the Local Emergency Planning Committee and will act as the Millcreek representative during meetings. 11. Coordinate and develop plans for community recovery following a disaster. 12. Coordinate with county and local school administrators to maintain and improve the Schools Aid Families in Emergencies (SAFE) program. 13. Work in coordination with the Millcreek HAM radio group to develop, maintain, and operate amateur radio within Millcreek and the county. Conduct annual exercises to test the communication capabilities of Millcreek. 14. Develop, implement, and monitor cost-effective risk, accident, and loss reduction programs. Prepare and implements methods of handling risks by identifying at-risk situations on City property and in work processes. Identify risk exposure and provide advice on issues that may cause property or bodily injury. 15. Assist with the administration of the emergency/risk management budget. 16. Monitor compliance with Federal and State regulations such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, EPA, and OSHA standards. 17. Conduct regular worksite inspections and employee training to ensure that proper environmental work practices are being followed; advise employees regarding proper practices. 18. Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: a. Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in emergency management, communications, public administration, business, or a related field required. A Master’s Degree is preferred but not required. May substitute related experience for required education. b. Three years of experience performing above or related duties in the public sector required. 2. Special Qualifications: a. Valid Utah Class D Driver’s License required. b. Certificates of completion for emergency management or emergency preparedness. 3. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: a. Knowledge of current practices and trends in emergency management and a working knowledge of local, state, and federal emergency management policies and programs. b. Possess a working knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System Structure (ICS). c. Responsible for establishing and maintaining working relationships with volunteer groups, elected officials, department heads, and officials of other jurisdictions. d. Prepare reports; develop and present public presentations; complete technical research. e. Must communicate effectively verbally, non-verbally, and in writing with local residents, employees, and elected officials. f. Must communicate effectively with other departments in furnishing and obtaining information. g. Requires use of a computer and other office equipment. Computer knowledge in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Interra, GIS, and WebEOC. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 h. Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions, work with and influence city employees and volunteers, complete technical research, and present information verbally and in writing. i. Requires the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and /or complicated projects in a complex environment. WORKING CONDITIONS 1. Environment: Work in a variation of conditions from standard office environment to field work. Incumbent may be required to travel to different sites and outside City boundaries to attend meetings. 2. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 40lbs; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. 3. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. 4. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. 5. Attendance/Work Schedule: Employee is expected to be in the city offices during normal business hours Monday through Friday. On-call status may be required. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN AND A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK IN ACCORDANCE WITH CITY POLICY AND APPLICABLE LAW. CRIMINAL OFFENSES WILL BE REVIEWED ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS AND DO NOT AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY A CANDIDATE FROM CITY EMPLOYMENT. E-Verify. Millcreek participates in the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Program Verify). If hired, your continued employment will be contingent upon confirmation of your eligibility through the E-Verify system. Equal Opportunity Employer. Millcreek is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy- related conditions, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification or status protected by law. ADA. To request accommodation under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), please contact the ADA Coordinator at [EMAIL REDACTED] or call [PHONE REDACTED]. Veteran’s Preference. Refer to Title 71 UCA 10 as amended for eligibility requirements for veteran’s preference. If you claim veteran preference, you must submit a copy of Form DD-214, certifying honorable veteran status. If you claim disabled veteran preference, you must also submit a letter of verification from the Veteran’s Administration dated within the last 90 days. A spouse or unmarried widow or widower of a veteran must also submit a copy of their marriage license as well as the DD-214. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 About Millcreek Millcreek incorporated as a municipal government in December 2016. Located in Salt Lake County, Millcreek is Utah’s 12th largest city with a population of approximately 63,000 people. The diversity of people and access to resources provided to the residents of Millcreek are unparalleled. Many of Millcreek’s neighborhoods were founded by pioneers whose descendants continue to live here and welcome the “new American” population to bring rich cultural experiences. A hub for outdoor recreation, Millcreek residents have outstanding access to year-round recreational activities, along with a strong sense of community and volunteerism which make the City an amazing community that our residents are proud to call home. The city’s borders stretch from eastern Millcreek Canyon all the way to the Jordan River in the west, with Salt Lake City to the North and Murray and Holladay cities to the south. Visit millcreek.us for more information about the city and services provided. Did you know? The inventor of the television, Philo T. Farnsworth, worked at the Baldwin Radio Factory in the early 1920’s, located at 3474 South 2300 East in Millcreek. Millcreek is home to St. Mark's hospital, the City's largest employer. St. Mark's employs over 1,500 people, which has helped create a prominent medical hub within the city boundaries. Millcreek runs from the Jordan River to Millcreek Canyon, which supports Millcreek's motto "connected by nature." It is no wonder that Millcreek is home to many outdoor recreation businesses. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 ---PAGE BREAK--- 7