Dam Safety Planning Senior Emergency Services Coordinator

Job Description And Duties

The Dam Safety Planning Senior Emergency Services Coordinator (SESC) serves as the technical program expert in the Dam Safety Planning Unit. The SESC provides technical assistance to dam owners, local jurisdictions, and federal and state agencies. The SESC will review technical products of staff, analyze legislation, recommend legislative proposals and strategic planning as related to Dam Safety Planning. The SESC will also serve as the Dams Technical Specialist during any dam safety emergency or extreme weather event.

Under the general direction of the Dam Safety Planning Division Chief, the Senior Emergency Services Coordinator (SESC)position performs the most complex, difficult, and sensitive emergency planning/management work above the journey level. The SESC is independently responsible and may serve as lead for significant, specialized emergency management projects with assignments that are geographic or subject-based. The SESC is expected to formulate program and policy direction and alternatives, and selects and develops methodologies for their implementation.

Serves as a technical program expert, and consults with and provides technical assistance to local dam owners/operators, local jurisdictions, federal and state agencies, organizations, and community groups regarding major program development issues and operations. Reviews technical work products of staff; analyzes legislation having a statewide program impact; and recommends legislative proposals, implementation, and strategic planning as related to Dam Safety Planning.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

DMV Pull Program - Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Conflict of Interest - This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Telework - This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need. Main Office located in Mather, CA

Department Information

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Planning, Preparedness, and Prevention Directorate develops and maintains statewide plans and planning guidance for local emergency management, state agencies, and tribal governments, including specialized programs for radiological preparedness, dam safety, seismic hazards, and earthquake early warning. This directorate also includes the California Specialized Training Institute which provides exercise support and courses in emergency management, hazardous materials response, criminal justice/officer safety, fire & rescue, and crisis communications.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here: Planning, Preparedness, and Prevention | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking.
• On-site Gym and Locker room.
• Electric Carport.
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan.
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans.
• Flexible Schedules.
• Generous paid time off.
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family.
• Investment in careers development.
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station.