Posting number: 39487
Department: Houston Airport System
Job classification: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST III
Posting type: Open
Categories: Safety, Emergency Management
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Division/ Section: Houston Airports/Terminal Operations/ICC/Emergency Preparedness
Workdays & Hours: Monday through Friday 0800-1700* (*subject to change based on operational need)
The ICC/Emergency Preparedness and Training Division is responsible for enhancing the Airport System’s readiness, resilience, and coordinated response to emergencies, disruptions, and special events. The division develops, implements, and maintains emergency preparedness programs, training initiatives, exercises, response protocols, and operational coordination processes that support safe, secure, and efficient airport operations. Through stakeholder collaboration, compliance management, and continuous improvement, the division ensures personnel are prepared to effectively prevent, respond to, recover from, and mitigate incidents impacting the traveling public, employees, and airport infrastructure.
Lead emergency management work including coordination with other entities, the prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and/or mitigation of intentional and unintentional crisis, disasters, other humanitarian emergencies, or of all-hazards, natural and man-made/technological (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, high explosives) events.
“Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
This position may involve physical exertion, such as lifting and moving objects. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time may be required. The work environment for this position may be varied, and can include working outdoors in extreme weather conditions, in structures that lack climate control, or in 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 office chemicals and or extensive use of a video display terminal.
A Bachelor’s Degree related to Emergency Management, Emergency Response, Public Safety, Public Health, Criminal Justice, or Public Administration.
A Master’s Degree related to emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, or public administration may substitute one year of experience.
Five years of experience in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, or public administration.
**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.**
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.
YES - If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade 26
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
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 (281-233-1894). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1894). (TTY 7-1-1)
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.
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch-v=EDWLV_sJFoM.
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.
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