EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING DIRECTOR
Recruitment #2311-5700-001
List Type | Original |
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Requesting Department | HEALTH DEPARTMENT |
Open Date | 11/22/2023 10:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 12/15/2023 11:59:00 PM |
HR Analyst | Nola Nelson |
Introduction
Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is
an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication –
big city appeal without the big city hassles. We are accessible and affordable,
and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years,
bringing together its unsurpassed charm with a breathtaking art museum,
top-flight cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals,
recreational opportunities, and great restaurants.
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.
Purpose
The Emergency Response Planning Director develops, implements,
and evaluates cost-effective and outcome-based strategies for the Milwaukee
Health Department’s (MHD’s) emergency preparedness program.
Essential Functions
Program Leadership, Direction and Planning
- Oversee the MHD’s emergency preparedness activities; assure program compliance with city, state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Monitor national best practices for regulatory programs and implement proven strategies to improve divisional performance and outcomes.
- Utilize outcomes-based management and quality improvement strategies to improve divisional performance and outcomes.
- Assist with outbreak investigations in coordination with other branches, departments, and other state, local and federal agencies.
- Manage federal and state grants, contracts and agreements. Champion grant opportunities within the organization and play a lead role in writing the grants, developing the budgets, and building new or existing projects.
- Formulate and recommend policies and legislative changes related to environmental, communicable disease and emergency preparedness and response.
- Generate program summaries, project updates, special reports, technical papers, grant applications, statistical analyses and other documents.
- Maintain data management systems related to evaluation of outcomes, expenditures and revenues.
- Serve as the MHD’s technical expert on emergency preparedness.
- Write, edit and proofread reports for foundation and governmental funding sources and internal reports.
- Represent the MHD at Common Council meetings relative to emergency preparedness programs.
Staff Management and Administration
- Develop and implement a program for professional development and field evaluation of staff.
- Promote an environment of critical and creative thinking, professional growth, open communication and collaborative relationships.
- Participate in recruitment, selection, and assignment of emergency preparedness personnel.
- Lead efforts to build morale, enforce accountability and discipline, and improve performance.
- Prepare and recommend the annual budget for emergency preparedness programs.
- Develop and oversee contracts/subcontracts, including drafting related documents and monitoring performance.
- Participate as a member of the MHD leadership team, working with and advising the Commissioner of Health, deputies, and medical Advisers.
- Analyze data to monitor divisional outcomes and performance.
Community Collaboration
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other City departments, such as the Office of Emergency Management/Homeland Security and Communications, Milwaukee Fire Department, Milwaukee Police Department, Department of Public Works, Department of Neighborhood Services, City Attorney’s Office and state and federal regulatory agencies such as the WI Department of Health Services, Healthcare Emergency Readiness Coalition (HERC) Region 7, US Department of Health and Human Services.
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community-based organizations, private and non-profit agencies in the City and region; represent the department at community-based events.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
- Occasionally will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.
- May work outside of regular work hours in conjunction with public health emergencies and investigations and/or be assigned to participate in an MHD Incident Command System during a declared public health emergency.
- The preplacement medical requirements for this title include:
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Physical
- Audiogram
- Vision
- TB Test, annually throughout employment
- Current Covid-19 Vaccine
- Hep B Vaccine
- MMR Vaccine
- Varicella Vaccine
- Drug Screen - Non DOT
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Minimum Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in environmental health, emergency management, public health, physical science, biology, natural or physical science or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Five years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in emergency preparedness, program management and supervision within a governmental agency.
- Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment and the availability of a properly-insured personal vehicle for use on the job (automobile allowance provided).
- Possession of Emergency Preparedness certificates ICS 100, 200, 300, and NIMS 700 from FEMA within three months of appointment and throughout employment.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to
your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’
education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any
job offers.
Desirable Qualifications
- Master’s degree in emergency management from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
- Knowledge of emergency planning, preparedness and response management at the local, state and/or federal level.
- Knowledge of acute communicable and chronic disease epidemiology.
- Knowledge of statistical reporting systems or public health informatics.
- Knowledge of emergency planning, preparedness and response management best practices, including the equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to protect people, data, property, and institutions.
- Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations related to emergency planning, preparedness and response management.
- Ability to read and understand complex documents such as laws, policies, procedures, and technical publications.
- Knowledge of the business and management principles involved in budgeting, purchasing, contracts, grants.
- Knowledge of the capabilities of information technology to transform and enhance operations and services.
- Proficiency with standard computer applications to produce correspondence, analyze data, and create reports.
Communication and Interpersonal
- Superior written communication skills to compose well-crafted policies, plans, reports, and correspondence.
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to present information effectively one-on-one and before groups.
- Political acumen to build effective partnerships with senior officials in the public and private sectors.
- Ability to effectively represent the department before public bodies and the media.
Leadership
- Knowledge of management principles related to strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership and coordination of people and resources.
- Ability to provide emergency planning, preparedness and response leadership for governmental partners and senior officials representing various organizations.
- Organizational and strategic planning skills to effectively oversee projects, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and accomplish goals.
- Ability to provide direction and training to department heads and senior managers.
- Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all associates are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.
Critical Thinking and Professionalism
- Ability to translate abstract concepts and high-level thinking into workable plans.
- Ability to analyze and solve complex problems.
- Exercise a high degree of independent judgment and decision-making to manage sensitive, complex issues with diplomacy and professionalism.
- Skill in data and information analysis and interpretation.
- Ability to provide responsible stewardship of City resources, represent the City of Milwaukee professionally and ethically, and maintain the utmost confidentiality.
- Ability to engage in professional development activities related to emergency planning, preparedness and response management.
Current Salary
The current salary range (Pay Range 1IX) is $94,051-$109,938 annually, and the resident incentive salary
range for City of Milwaukee residents is $96,873-$113,236 annually. Appointment
above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other
qualifications and is subject to approval.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit
program which includes:
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Onsite Clinic Services
- Onsite Employee Assistance Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
- Flexible Spending Arrangement
- Commuter Value Pass
For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit: https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.
Selection Process
THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist
of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or
responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a
structured interview or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee
Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to
structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may
include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be
determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.
Additional Information
- Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
- Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
- If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
- The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
Conclusion
EEO 102
The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is
an equal opportunity employer.