ADMINISTRATOR I

Our mission is to proactively reduce disaster risks and reliably manager consequences through collaborative work with Maryland's communities and partners. 

NOTE: Position will be required to work in an emergency/disaster capacity according to assignment within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) and according to the Consequence Management Operations Plan (CMOP). This may involve working 12 hour shifts extended periods of time in support of 24 hour consequence management activities.  

The Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is the agency of State Government with primary responsibility and authority for emergency preparedness policy, and for coordinating hazard mitigation, incident response, and disaster recovery.  MEMA works to ensure that all Marylanders engage in preparedness activities and that the entire state is more disaster resilient. 

MEMA is looking for a diligent, detail oriented individual who is excited about making Maryland a safer place to live and work by coordinating complex grant-funded hazard mitigation projects throughout Maryland. 

NOTE: Position will be required to work in an emergency/disaster capacity according to assignment within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) and according to the Consequence Management Operations Plan (CMOP). This may involve working 12 hour shifts extended periods of time in support of 24 hour consequence management activities.

The Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is the agency of State government with primary responsibility and authority for emergency preparedness policy, and for coordinating hazard mitigation, incident response, and disaster recovery. MEMA works to ensure that all Marylanders are prepared, and to make Maryland more resilient. Emergency management project leads support MEMA's mission by supporting projects and programs which ultimately enhance preparedness for all Marylanders.

This position primarily reports to the MEMA Hazard Mitigation Branch Manager and is responsible for supporting a variety of emergency management projects across a spectrum of subject areas. As a hazard mitigation specialist the individual completes specific components of an overall project and completes tasks assigned by Hazard Mitigation Branch Manager. This position serves in a support capacity in emergency management programs.

This position is primarily responsible for planning and coordinating State and local mitigation projects in accordance with applicable guidelines, policies, and regulations. 

This position also supports MEMA programs, projects, and activities related to MEMA's mission, and may be tasked to support other related MEMA programs, projects, activities, and duties as assigned.

This position is tied to federal grant funding and will primarily work on federal disaster declarations and non-disaster programs. In order to fulfill these responsibilities, this position requires strong communication, presentation, organizational, and writing skills.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating with Maryland local jurisdictions to solicit, review, submit, and monitor hazard mitigation projects throughout the entire grant process to include pre-award, implementation, closeout, and post-award
• Providing technical assistance and subject matter expertise to develop, maintain, implement, and update local and State hazard mitigation plans
• Compiling and ensuring accuracy of subrecipient quarterly progress reports and any other reporting required by funding sources
• Monitoring grant-funded mitigation projects, including but not limited to, conducting site visits, verifying eligibility of reimbursements, and ensuring subrecipients are in compliance with 2 CFR 200 and all applicable grant program requirements
• Conducting educational outreach to inform stakeholders on mitigation best practices, risk reduction, community preparedness and resiliency, long-term recovery,  resources, and funding availability
• Supporting the development of policies and strategies to further mitigation efforts
• Support the Agency’s statewide activities by participating as Agency representative on internal and external stakeholder workgroups, as directed by supervisor
• Emergency and Disaster response and recovery operations as needed and/or assigned by agency Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, Directors, or Consequence Management Personnel

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• One year of experience assisting external partners or clients with developing grant applications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• A working knowledge of the FEMA policies related to Sections 404 and 406 of the Stafford Act, FEMA’s Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) Toolkit, Hazard Mitigation Planning, and hazard mitigation/disaster risk reduction
• One year experience leading and coordinating inter-agency and intra-department meetings, initiatives, and other activities, as well as identifying public, private, and non-profit partnerships
• Relevant certifications, including Certified Floodplain Manager or Certified Emergency Manager

To submit your qualifying documents; the preferred method is to upload them using the "other" tab on the online application.  We will not consider information submitted after the closing date of this announcement. 

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. Resumes will not be accepted.  If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to:    

MEMA - HR

ATTN: Kristi Metzger

5401 Rue Saint Lo Drive

Reisterstown, MD 21136

For more information, please call 410-517-3615.

MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

 As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.