Emergency Management Coordinator Iii, Ceo

Salary : $111,168.00 - $149,798.16 Annually
Location : Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: M0835C-R
Department: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE
Opening Date: 11/07/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Position/Program Information
This bulletin is being re-posted to extend the filing period.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
EXAM NUMBER:
M0835C-R
When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on November 8, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on November 30, 2023, by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. This exam will reopen as the needs of the service require.
What does an Emergency Management Coordinator III, CEO do?The Emergency Management Coordinator III, CEO supervises or leads and performs highly-complex Countywide disaster and Emergency Management planning, response and recovery work. Positions allocable to this class are restricted to the Chief Executive Office and provide professional staff support in the planning, coordination, and control in the areas of Countywide Emergency Management, disaster preparedness, community disaster planning, recovery operations, disaster cost recovery, logistics, disaster notification systems and technology, disaster and homeland security grant administration, mass care, and disaster and emergency response and recovery training.
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With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing.
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THE OPPORTUNITY:
We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Emergency Management Coordinator III, CEO positions for the Chief Executive Office.
Essential Job Functions

• Researches, develops, analyzes, and maintains complex and comprehensive emergency and disaster plans, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates, plans, designs, and executes disaster and emergency response and recovery exercises and training.
• Recommends utilization of emergency response personnel, equipment, and supplies during emergencies.
• Coordinates the response to active emergencies and disasters from the County Emergency Operations Center or a Field Incident Command Post.
• Organizes and leads disaster recovery operations and leads Recovery Operational Area Coordination Meetings.
• Develops and writes reports and correspondence; and maintains and provides disaster and emergency information to representatives of government agencies, community groups, business organizations, and the public.
• Develops and prepares emergency information sheets, brochures, procedures manuals, and checklists.
• Assists and advises schools, industry groups, the public and various groups in disaster preparedness efforts and ensures readiness of emergency operations personnel, facilities, and equipment.
• Communicates verbally, in writing, or through graphic representations with County management, staff, the public, organized groups, and representatives of various agencies.
• Coordinates emergency exercises and trains emergency services workers.
• Operates emergency equipment communications systems and coordinates emergency response materials and personnel.
• Supervises leads the work of Emergency Management staff, leads work groups, and coordinates the work of staff on specific projects and programs.
• Serves on a rotational basis as a Duty Officer responsible for coordinating and monitoring the County's response to any emergency or disaster that impacts the Los Angeles County Operational Area.
• Moves supplies and equipment to facilitate information, disaster preparedness, and disaster recovery efforts. Walks or climbs over uneven surfaces to assess damage after a disaster as needed.

Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
OPTION I: Graduation from an accredited institution* with a Master's degree** in Homeland Security or Emergency Management-AND- two (2) years of progressively responsible professional*** experience analyzing and developing plans, procedures and training programs in an Emergency Management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program.
OPTION II: Graduation from an accredited institution* with a Bachelor's degree** -AND- Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional*** experience analyzing and developing plans, procedures and training programs in an Emergency Management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program.
OPTION III: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional*** experience analyzing and developing plans, procedures and training programs in an Emergency Management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program.
OPTION IV: One (1) year of experience at the level of Emergency Management Coordinator II, CEO****, or higher.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Certificates of successful completion of the following Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) Independent Study Program courses*****:

• IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-100
• IS-120.C: An Introduction to Exercises
• IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, ICS-200
• IS-230.E: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
• IS-235.C: Emergency Planning
• IS-240.C: Leadership and Influence
• IS-241.C: Decision Making and Problem Solving
• IS-242.C: Effective Communication
• IS-244.B: Developing and Managing Volunteers
• IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
• IS-800.D: National Response Framework, An Introduction

****Please note: FEMA courses are subject to periodic updates. Applicants must show they have completed the most current FEMA course.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
Out-of-Class Experience will not be accepted for this examination.
*Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (OHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The NationalAssociation of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of InternationalCredential Evaluators. Inc.
**In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's Degree or higher degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email to within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number on the subject of your email.
***Progressively Responsible Professional is defined as demonstrating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility and working independently in Emergency Management (i.e., disaster preparedness, emergency response, mitigation, recovery, disaster cost recovery) including extensive knowledge of and experience with program-related areas, processes, and procedures.
****In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Emergency Management Coordinator II, CEO is defined as performing Countywide disaster and Emergency Management planning, response and recovery work, under general supervision.
*****In order to receive credit for any certifications, you MUST attach a legible copy your certificate, at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email to within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number on the subject of your email.
Additional Information
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will evaluate your fitness for this opportunity using these two (2) assessments:
PART I: Multiple Choice and/or Simulation Assessments weighted at 60% assessing:

• Deductive Reasoning
• Professional Potential
• Achievement
• Coping with Uncertainty
• Responsibility
• Working to High Quality Standards
• Willingness to Learn
• Maintaining Good Working Relationships
• Analyzing Information
• Learning Quickly
• Generating New Ideas
• Using Time Efficiently
• Adapting to Change

THESE ASSESSMENTS FALL UNDER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19, WHICH MEANS YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO REVIEW THE QUESTIONS OR YOUR RESPONSES ONCE YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSESSMENTS.Only applicants who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple choice and/or simulation assessments will proceed to Part II of the examination.
PART II: An Evaluation of Training and Experience weighted at 40% covering Professional Technical Knowledge of Disaster and Emergency Preparedness, Resources, and Emergency Management Techniques.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add , , , , and to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:

• Applicants who are concurrently applying to Emergency Management Coordinator I, CEO (Exam No. M0833C-R) and Emergency Management Coordinator II, CEO (Exam No. M0834C-R) will take the identical test part (PART I) one time only.
• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.

TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.

• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
• Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT:
The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualif...