On-Call Emergency Managers – Response

WSP • Orlando, FL

18h • $40 - $45

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for
On-Call Emergency Managers –
Response. Since the actual work location will be the deployment site(s), these
positions have the potential to report out of any WSP USA office, which could
include Jacksonville, FL; Tallahassee, FL; Orlando, FL; Tampa, FL; Miami, FL;
Birmingham, AL; New Orleans, LA; Raleigh, NC; Columbia, SC; Dallas, TX; or
Houston, TX.

Emergency management cadre positions are on-call and assignments are on an
as-needed basis. Cadre members are not eligible for benefits.

Cadre members are asked for a 30 day commitment; availability to deploy with
little to no advance notice (typically within 24-48 hours); and during
deployments, ability to potentially work 8-12 hours/day; 7 days/week.

Requirements

• 5+ years in an Emergency Management Response role, or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or similar/related concentration, or equivalent.
• Broad knowledge of Emergency Management principles, methods and techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook (Email), Word, and Excel.
• Travel Required - Must be able to deploy to disaster area, with little or no advance notice (typically 24 – 48 hours notice) and potentially for long durations up to a minimum of 30 days.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies (DO Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Emergency Management (or related field).
• Asset Management and Supply Logistical Operational Experience.
• FEMA Emergency Management Institute Independent Study - Professional Development Series certification (IS-100/102/200/700/800/815).
• Previous experience managing Field Staging Areas or state Emergency Operations Center or related environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate as an integral member of the Emergency Management team, working collaboratively to provide services to clients preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters nationwide and in US territories.
• Provide essential support for Emergency Operations Center and/or Field Staging Area operations prior to, during, and post-disaster.
• Perform oversight of on-site duties including logistics, supply, cost/documentation and/or resource unit functions.
• Attend periodic training throughout the year to maintain deployment eligibility.
• Support Emergency Management Project Management functions.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Execute additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level