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Overview The City of Auburn, a thriving municipality in the Puget Sound area, is seeking an Emergency Management Coordinator. This position performs professional work related to coordinating the planning, organizing, scheduling, and facilitation of the emergency management programs; supports whole-community preparedness and effective emergency response; and facilitates training and public education for City staff and residents. Work is conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, professional standards, and City policies. Base pay and eligibility Base pay range: $92,119.68/yr - $113,238.00/yr. This range is provided by the City of Auburn (Washington). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER 12, AT 11:59 PM WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY CONSIDERATION. Primary duties Lead community preparedness programs including organizing education campaigns, giving presentations, and engaging residents at events to promote preparedness and resilience. Manage volunteers and training programs including recruitment, training, and guidance of CERT members, Auburn Area Emergency Communications Team, and other volunteers. Support emergency operations including serving as an on-call duty officer, responding to the Emergency Operations Center or other locations, and serving on incident management teams. Maintain emergency resources including overseeing supplies, equipment, and AEDs to support the City’s preparedness. Build strong partnerships by collaborating with city staff, regional partners, community groups, and the public to strengthen Auburn’s emergency preparedness. Note: The full job description includes a more comprehensive list of responsibilities. Click the class specification to review. Ideal candidate qualifications Management Skills - Project, Volunteers, Organization Customer Service - Working with the public, dealing with difficult people and circumstances Flexibility - Ability to adjust to shifting priorities Minimum qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field Two (2) years of demonstrated and verifiable experience in Emergency Management, Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, Volunteer Management, or a related field OR a combination of experience, education, and training that indicates the required level of skills, knowledge, and abilities Certifications/Licenses Valid state driver’s license throughout tenure of employment Proof of completion of FEMA IS-100, 200, 700, and 800 classes Note: This position requires fingerprinting and completion of the CJIS Security Certification Test to view sensitive information and have unescorted access at the Police Department (per Washington State Patrol ACCESS unit). Desirable certifications Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM), CERT trainer credentials, FEMA ICS 300/400, FEMA EM PD Series, CPR/First Aid Instructor, Project Management certs, amateur radio license Experience working in an Elevated Command System such as EOC, Incident Command Post, or similar organization during an incident Additional information Competitive salary; excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision with city-paid employee premiums Employer contributions to State Retirement System Vacation, holidays, floating holidays, VEBA, Flexible Spending, and Deferred Compensation options Employee Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program For more information about benefits, please visit: Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and experiences and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Learn more about Inclusive Auburn at If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format or require accommodation in the application process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Recruitment process The City uses an anonymous application process that prevents viewing personal identifiers during initial screening. Ensure you submit a complete and updated application and thoroughly answer supplemental questions. A background check, driving record review, and reference checks will be completed for final offers. Contact information: Chardae Gillespie, HR Coordinator, cgillespie@auburnwa.gov Job details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Auburn (Washington) by 2x. Sign in to set job alerts for “Emergency Management Coordinator” roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Auburn (Washington)

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