JOB The Emergency Management Specialist with the Emergency Management Agency plays a key role in helping communities prepare for and recover from disasters. Serving as the Hazard Mitigation Assistance Project Officer, you will use your problem-solving skills to guide local partners through important mitigation programs. Helping to strengthen community resilience while supporting vital state and federal efforts. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the safety of others.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports hazard mitigation, planning efforts, and grant oversight for communities throughout the Commonwealth. As an Emergency Management Specialist, you will perform the following duties:
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Data And Documentation: Maintain reports, charts, spreadsheets, and project records for hazard mitigation activities
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Applicant Support: Guide applicants through requirements, documentation needs, and funding procedures for mitigation programs
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Field Assistance: Conduct site visits, gather information, and provide technical observations to support compliance and project development
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Grant Coordination: Review invoices, track reimbursement claims, and assist with project closeout processes
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Program Guidance: Support the development of policy directives and planning efforts for hazard mitigation initiatives
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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FREE on-site parking
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Full-time employment
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Work hours are 800 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel, work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights.
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Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of a training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $59,345 (before taxes).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
