ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (5008)



ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (5008)

Salary

$56,856.00 - $68,227.00 Annually

Location

West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

5008-03R

Department

Emergency Management 0140

Division

Administration 0140-114

Opening Date

05/06/2022

Closing Date

8/5/2022 11:59 PM Central

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose of Announcement

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND FOR FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.

Kind of Work

Under administrative direction of the Director, assists in administering the development, preparation, and implementation of emergency management and homeland security plans, programs and activities to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public during emergency, disaster, and elevated threat conditions. Assists in development of special emergency and operational plans.  Assists in coordinating department plans, operations, and functions with those of the State and Federal governments and with other public and private organizations and groups. Operates Web EOC and Zero Hour Programs.  Assists in directing a preparedness planning program to include the preparation, review, and maintenance of detailed plans, standard operating procedures, checklists, cooperative aid agreements and periodic exercises and training. Performs related work as required. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or her designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

I. Possession of an accredited Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field; PLUS, at least five (5) years of verifiable, paid work experience at a supervisory level, managing an emergency management program or public safety program above the first responder level.

OR
II. Possession of an accredited Associate's degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field; PLUS, at least seven (7) years of verifiable, paid work experience at a supervisory level, managing an emergency management program or public safety program above the first responder level.
OR
III. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; PLUS, at least nine (9) years of verifiable, paid work experience at a supervisory level, managing an emergency management program or public safety program above the first responder level.

SUBSTITUTION: An accredited Master's degree in a major as stated in Option I may substitute for two (2) years of the required work experience of Option I.

PREFERRED: Certified Emergency Manager or Associate Emergency Manager from IAEM; completion of Incident Command System (ICS) training; completion of FEMA EMI coursework; and experience leading courses (or public presentations) related to Emergency Management.

Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof.  Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing.  Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

JOB POSTING NO: 5008-03R
DATE: 02/07/14
AMENDED: 11/30/18
RE-OPENED: 05/06/22

Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.net/departments/personnel OR either of the office addresses below:

Application Offices

East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123

West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053

JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.

Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.

Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.

Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.

Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.


A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.

Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.

Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.


Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
  • Some High School
  • High School Diploma/GED Certificate
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate
03
Do you possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Do you possess an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
06
The Jefferson Parish Personnel office must verify all educational credentials. Thus, you must provide a copy of your college transcripts (non-official transcript are acceptable). If you are claiming any additional educational credits on your application, please submit proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information. Once obtained, please mail the information to the following address: Attn: Recruitment (Neo-Gov) Jefferson Parish Personnel Department 200 Derbigny St. Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 Failure to submit this information will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
07
How many years of verifiable, paid work experience do you have at a supervisory level, managing an emergency management program or public safety program above the first responder level?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years to less than 6 years
  • 6 years to less than 7 years
  • 7 years to less than 8 years
  • 8 years to less than 9 years
  • 9 years to less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
08
Describe your verifiable, paid work experience at a supervisory level, managing an emergency management program or public safety program above the first responder level. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
09
Do you possess certification from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) as a Certified Emergency Manager or an Associate Emergency Manager?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Have you completed Incident Command System (ICS) training or FEMA EMI coursework?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Do you have experience leading courses (or public presentations) related to Emergency Management?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Please describe your experience leading courses (or public presentations) related to Emergency Management? Include when and where this occurred.
13
Do you have a certification awarded by the Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Association (LEPA), such as LEM-Pro, LEM-Basic, or LEM-T?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
Jefferson Parish
Address
200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100

Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
Phone
504-364-2730
504-736-6364