Job Announcement The City of Chandler Fire Prevention and Preparedness Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as an
Emergency Manager. The position is scheduled to work 5 days a week, 8 hours per day.
Why work for Chandler? • Diverse and inclusive environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
Who we are The City of Chandler, Arizona, Fire Department is a progressive, internationally accredited organization with an ISO Class 1 rating and a distinguished history of service to the community. Chandler Fire started out as a volunteer organization and is now an all career department. City charter authorizes the Department to mitigate all hazards, including fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and crisis intervention. In support of those functions, the Fire Department staffs a fire prevention bureau, EMS and training divisions, mechanical maintenance facility, community preparedness office, and Department administration.
Chandler Fire is:- Responsive to the Needs of the Community
- Committed to Community Involvement
- Dedicated to Customer Service
- Proud of our Professionalism
Who we are looking for Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. The civilian Emergency Manager is responsible for all four phases of disaster management including mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Emergency Management duties require specialized knowledge and training to function at a professional level. These skills are particularly imperative within a City that possesses a complex assortment of critical infrastructure, hazard potential, and vulnerabilities.
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Minimum qualifications - A Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Health, Public Administration or a related field
- 3 years experience in emergency management administration and development to include experience in developing and administering associated plans, policies and procedures
- Completion of the FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 courses Valid Arizona driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Desired qualifications - The Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) Emergency Management Professional Certification
- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Professional Development Series (PDS) Certificate/Advanced Professional Series (APS) Certificate
- The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) Certificate
- Completion of training using the National Incident Management System (NIMS), or Incident Command Systems (ICS), OR training in emergency support function methods and principles
This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.
The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.Closing Date/Time: 7/21/2024 11:59 PM Arizona
