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Home My WebLink About2.228 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER 20221129PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 2.228 Class Specifications for the Class: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER SR-24, BU-13 Duties Summary: Performs as a staff specialist and advisor for two or more major functional areas of the overall emergency management program; develops and maintains appropriate plans and procedures; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility to perform as a staff specialist and advisor in two or more major functional areas of the overall emergency management program, and develops and coordinates the preparation, review, and maintenance of appropriate plans and procedures. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position).  Performs as staff specialist and advisor for two or more major functional areas of the overall emergency management program such as communications and warning, disaster preparedness, logistics and supply, hazardous management, education and training, grants management, and plans and operations;  Develops, implements, and maintains specific and interrelated portions of the County’s emergency management operational plans in accordance with local needs and County, State, and Federal laws, and policies;  Plans and coordinates the preparation, review, and maintenance of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery plans;  Coordinates emergency operational plans with governmental and private agencies to ensure that plans are fully integrated and can be effectively implemented during and after a disaster;  Keeps abreast of County, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, and policies to ensure that local emergency operational plans are kept current;  Directs, coordinates, and executes emergency public information services during PART I EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER 2 2.228 disaster preparedness, response, and recovery operations;  Prepares, develops, and maintains procedures for operating emergency centers and shelters;  Prepares and implements plans for the emergency mobilization of logistics and supply services;  Develops and maintains operational plans for the emergency communications and siren warning systems;  Oversees the maintenance, replacement, and upgrade of equipment and systems;  Develops and maintains disaster assistance programs for relief of disaster victims and for damage assessment procedures;  Coordinates the County’s participation in State, Federal, County, and private agencies assistance programs for relief of victims;  Represents the agency on committees involved in emergency management activities;  Orients, briefs, and provides training for governmental officials, community representatives and volunteers on prevention and emergency preparedness, as well as on matters pertaining to area of expertise;  Assists in the development, conduct and execution of emergency and disaster exercises;  Coordinates the maintenance and supply requirement of the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency, including the upkeep of emergency operating centers;  Subject to call 24 hours, 7 days a week to respond to emergency operating center or field locations during emergencies or disasters;  Performs long hours of duty during emergencies or disasters;  Enforces and complies with all Federal, State and County laws, regulations and policies relating to occupational safety and health and the environment; and  Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of organization and administration; principles and practices of program planning and emergency management; government organizations, operations, PART I EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER 3 2.228 and functions; federal, state, and local civil defense laws, rules, regulations, operations, and objectives pertinent to the functional/specialty area assigned; community resources; report writing; public relations. Ability to: Read, comprehend, interpret, and apply complex laws and regulations, policies, and procedures and determine the potential impact on County policies and procedures, departmental programs and services, inter-jurisdictional coordinative activities pertinent to the functional/specialty area assigned; community resources; plan, develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a program for the specific functional area assigned; formulate plans and procedures; plan and organize the activities of large groups of people; understand emergency response needs and assist in developing educational and training programs to meet those needs; understand the functions of federal, state and local emergency management programs; act decisively in emergencies; work with and motivate key personnel in various governmental, businesses, and volunteer groups; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with personnel of various public and private agencies; and supervise others during disasters. This is an amendment to the specification for the class, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER, which was approved on July 30, 2018, effective December 1, 2017, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: November 29, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 2.228 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER SR-24, BU-13 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in emergency or disaster management, homeland security, public administration, business administration, law enforcement administration, military science, economics, or a related field; and  four (4) years of specialized work experience. Qualifying Specialized Work Experience: Professional work experience involving one or more functional or mission areas of emergency management: preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation and/or prevention or protection. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: General professional work experience or education credits can be substituted for up to two (2) years of the bachelor’s degree such as: A. Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree. B. Successful completion of semester credits in a curriculum leading to a degree or diploma at an accredited community college, trades school, college, or university (15 semester credits = 6 months). Specialized professional work experience in emergency or homeland security, public administration, law enforcement, military science, or a related field or education credits in emergency or homeland security, public administration, law enforcement, military science, or a related field can be substituted for up to four (4) years of the bachelor’s degree such as: A. Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree. PART II EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER 2 2.228 B. Successful completion of semester credits specific to emergency or homeland security, public administration, law enforcement, military science, or a related field leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, trades school, college, or university (15 semester credits = 6 months). A master’s degree or PhD in emergency or homeland security, public administration, law enforcement, military science, or a related field may be substituted for the education requirement. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits specific in emergency or homeland security, public administration, law enforcement, military science, or a related field leading towards a Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree from an accredited college or university, may be substituted up to one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). B. A Master’s degree in emergency or homeland security, public administration, law enforcement, military science, or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement. C. A Doctorate’s degree in emergency or homeland security, public administration, law enforcement, military science, or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. PART II EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER 3 2.228 License Requirement: Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light Special working Conditions: After hours, weekend, and holiday work as required. This is an amendment to the specification for the class, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT STAFF OFFICER, which was approved on July 30, 2018, effective December 1, 2017, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: November 29, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources