CRITICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Efficient
• Accurate
• Persistent
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Coordinates, organizes, administers, and operates emergency management in accordance with the Pickaway County’s plans and programs.
• Handles routine and specialized inquiries from the general public, public safety officials, community organizations, government officials, and others.
• Directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and policies related to the mission of the organization.
• Manages grants, programs and projects related to the mission of the organization.
• Coordinates Homeland Security, Emergency Management Agency (EMA), and related programs, projects, and objectives with federal, State, and local government and other organizations.
• Assists and provides support to local safety services, local governments, and other groups as needed, including the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) and the 800 MHz County-wide Radio System Committee.
• Attends meetings, conferences and conventions as required or assigned.
• Maintains an accurate inventory and status of all EMA/Homeland Security related equipment, materials, and assets under the control of this agency.
• Provides coordination between local safety services and the county E-911 system.
• Prepares, presents, and implements public safety and homeland security programs, workshops, meetings, literature, mailings, and public service announcements.
• Supports the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Program (HazMat).
• Provides planning, development, implementation, training and coordination for the County’s Emergency Management/Preparedness plans.
• Complies with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding this position and appointment, including those established by Section 5502 of the Ohio Revised Code regarding Emergency Management Agency Directors.
• Oversees contract workers, consultants and volunteers as needed or required.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
• Acquires additional continuing education, professional training or certification as required.
• Understands and implements policies, procedures, practices and regulations regarding emergency management and homeland security.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

• Administrative Assistant
• Deputy Director (contract employee)
• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers

QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform the work of this class, especially fire, police, emergency medical, or military experience; completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade, with some college preferred. Other requirements include:

• Must be an accomplished operator of personal computers, copiers, calculators, and other standard office equipment.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must become familiar with departmental policies and procedures, office practices and procedures, county personnel practices and procedures, governmental structure and process, Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively, develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, officials and the general public, exercise sound judgment, maintain accurate records, interpret general instruction, and prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports.
• Have ability and commitment to work with the public.

COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY /SOFTWARE SKILLS:

The following is the common technology used in this position and is not all inclusive.

Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, intranet, electronic resources, internet, other miscellaneous County related software applications

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

Copiers, digital scanning devices, digital camera, personal computer and peripheral devices in a networked environment, telephone, two-way radio, fax, laptop with LCD projector and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) devices, specialized tools and machinery related to public safety, emergency management, and homeland security (i.e. power generators, radiation monitoring equipment, etc.)

ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Evening/weekend meetings, workshops, or assignments may be required.
• Shall be available 24/7 by telephone, pager, radio, and/or by other means in case of disasters, emergencies, or other events as required.
• Occasional travel within the County and to neighboring Counties may be required.
• May be required to drive in inclement weather.
• May be subject to dangerous and/or hazardous conditions during disasters, emergencies, or at other times.
• Requires physical ability to provide setup and cleanup of meetings, programs, and events; lifting weight up to thirty (30) pounds; ability to work for extended periods of time.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Ohio Driver’s License
• The Director shall complete the required courses for emergency management agency directors as prescribed by law within a definitive period of time after employment.
• Shall complete and maintain any present or future licensure or certification as required by law for this position within a definitive period of time after employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

A background check, pre-employment drug screen, and loyalty oath (O.R.C. 5502.21) are required for employment to allow access to the E911 database and EMA/Homeland Security information.

A full job description and the job application form are available at www.pickaway.org under the

employment link and at the Pickaway County Commissioner’s Office, 139 W. Franklin Street, Circleville, Ohio 43113. To apply, please submit a cover letter and completed application to the Pickaway County Commissioners Office to the attention of Marc Rogols, Deputy County Administrator, 139 West Franklin Street, Circleville, Ohio 43113.