Job Title: Emergency Management Coordinator I/II/III

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision from the Deputy Director of Emergency Management, the Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) assists with emergency management and related emergency services through the Office of Emergency Services (OES). OES leads the City’s internal and external efforts to improve the ability of staff, residents, and businesses to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. The EMC will work to improve community disaster preparedness and resiliency through outreach, education, engagement, and empowerment; support Emergency Operation Center (EOC) functions; draft, improve, train, and drill City emergency plans; and augment designated fire-prevention and emergency management staff on strategic projects and programs. Relevant Plans and guiding documents include but are not limited to the San Rafael Emergency Operations Plan, Emergency Operations Center Handbook, Hazard specific playbooks, the San Rafael Wildfire Prevention and Protection Action Plan, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), and Marin Wildfire (MWPA) annual work plan.

Progression to a higher level within the series is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management and budget approval for progression to the higher level.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Emergency Management Coordinator I:

This class is distinguished from the Emergency Management Coordinator II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to the positions within the series including emergency management projects, community outreach and education, and hazard prevention initiatives. This class is typically used as a training class and employees may have limited or no directly related work experience. This position receives direct support and supervision from the Deputy Director of Emergency Management.

Emergency Management Coordinator II:

This is the full journey level class within the series. Employees at the II level are distinguished from the EMC I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. This class requires independent interpretation of policies, procedures, and guidelines. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new and unusual situations arise and are fully knowledgeable of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are capable of completing both collaborative group work and more defined independent work. This position receives supervision from the Deputy Director of Emergency Management.

Emergency Management Coordinator III:

This is a lead work level position within this job class series. Incumbents exercise a high level of independence, initiative and authority in decision making and interpretation of policies, procedures, and guidelines. They apply advanced knowledge and skills in assigned areas of emergency management with minimal support from the Deputy Director of Emergency Management or Fire Chief.