POSITION OVERVIEW

• Assists and coordinates citywide preparations and activities in the event of an emergency and assists in the implementation of continuity plans.
• Designs workflows, processes, and various operational plans related to airport safety and security.
• Reviews requests for information and refers requests to the appropriate City department or outside agency.
• Maintains proficiency in job tasks through regular training attendance and participation in emergency preparedness exercises.
• May be required to work additional hours during an emergency situation.
• Performs other job-related duties as required by supervisor.
• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment for this position is primarily an office environment. The office may have occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to landside and/or airside chemicals and extensive use of a video display terminal.

Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.

“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”

If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory
recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an associate degree in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, public administration or a closely related field OR may substitute for experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of experience in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, or public administration. Prior first responder experience is desirable.

SUBSTITUTION:
Experience as an Airport Emergency Management Specialist may be substituted for the above education requirements on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires training in emergency management relevant job duties, or ability to obtain within one year of hiring. Knowledgeable with the practices and procedures of the operations of a major airport. Must be certified by the Houston Airport System and have obtained all necessary credentials. Able to conduct special inspections prior to and in response to emergency events.

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (713.308.1228).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (713.308.1228). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support calls 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.