Sr. Emergency Management Specialist at Port of Corpus Christi

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team! This position will execute and manage preparedness plans, exercises, recovery, mitigation and continuity activities covering a broad range of functions including but not limited to, providing technical support, plan development, research, grant reporting, administration, financial monitoring, and coordination for PCCA; while providing support to the Director of Emergency Management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads the Recovery Team and Hazard Mitigation Action Planning Team; participates on various committees and workgroups; and cooperates with multi-jurisdictional and stakeholder coordination efforts
• Establishes and maintains incident specific recovery plans for declared disasters incorporating appropriate Maritime Transportation System Recovery actions and cost recovery strategies for man-made and natural occurrences
• Coordinates recovery program delivery with the Chief Financial Officer and all impacted Departments including damage assessments, project formulation and submission of appropriate documents for reimbursement to responsible agencies
• Maintains and updates the Hazard Mitigation Action Plan(s) in accordance with the Hazard Mitigation Strategy; develops and maintains project action plans; develops strategies for implementation and assists with grant development when appropriate
• Conduct research and technical investigation for mitigation grant funding to further the Hazard Mitigation Strategy
• Coordinates and maintains the multi-year Integrated Preparedness Plan in cooperation with the U.S Coast Guard and other relevant port stakeholders
• Develops and maintains a Continuity of Operations Plan to support maritime commerce and/or aid in rapid reconstitution of services following a disruption incident
• Updates and maintains the All-Hazards Emergency Management Plan and Hurricane Readiness Plan
• Participates and assists with exercise development to test appropriate Maritime Transportation System Recovery related actions with port stakeholders
• Develops, coordinates, and manages an annual full-scale exercise incorporating numerous port stakeholders; conducts after action review, develops after action report and improvement plan; and tracks successful resolution of improvement actions
• Serves as a member of the Incident Management Team (IMT) as assigned by the Director of Emergency Management
• Provides training to employees, contractors, and stakeholders in all program areas and maintains necessary administrative paperwork
• Assists efforts to further institutionalize the National Incident Management System; coordinates advanced incident command training; and coordinates Incident Management Team member task books and NQS progress
• Catalogues and maintains resources for Emergency Management purposes
• Prepares complex documents including presentations and reports for submission to PCCA Commissioners, employees, and stakeholders
• Participates in continuing education courses
• Maintains a high level of professionalism and integrity and promotes good employee relationships
• Adheres to PCCA policy; promotes PCCA environmental precepts, a safe work environment and the SEAPORT values
• CPR certified or the ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
• Tier 1 status designation 

• Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in emergency management, homeland security, public administration, or related field
• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) through the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) or Certified Texas Emergency Managers (TEM) through the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT) credentials within two years of employment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment 
• Valid driver’s license

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible work experience in the administration of emergency management programs, planning, exercises, and grants administration
• Thorough knowledge of emergency management methods and theories
• Ability to identify and resolve problems, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public, and to stay current on legislation/regulations pertaining to the assigned areas of responsibility
• Experience in formulating, analyzing, writing, and maintaining emergency plans, policies, procedures, and grants; supporting committee activities; and projecting budget needs is required to be successful in this position

• Experience presenting training to adult groups in structured learning situations
• Ability to prepare complete written reports and to interface effectively with diverse groups
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting and writing policy and procedures
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential for interacting with staff, the public and stakeholders
• Flexible and capable of working in a demanding environment with ability to work well within a fast-paced department, tight deadlines, and a multitude of projects and changing priorities
• Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking and conflict resolution abilities; effective oral and written communications skills
• Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) experience preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook and other related applications
• Maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails. Assists senior management and office staff where appropriate

• Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp/handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
• Ability to work in a general office environment, with some exposure to the elements when visiting worksites
• Ability to operate light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed