EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLANNER

Section 55/ Emergency Operations
55/50676575/EOP/04.27.26-AS
At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

About This Position:

This is an UNCLASSIFIED position responsible for facilitating the development, review, and updates of emergency plans within the DOTD Emergency Operations Section. The incumbent will actively contribute to the ongoing enhancement of preparedness measures, ensuring the organization's ability to respond effectively to various emergency scenarios. Acts as alternate Emergency Support Function-1 Lead Coordinator.

Preference will be given to applicants experienced with disaster/emergency response and the development of emergency plans and standard operating procedures.

• Working in an emergency operations center
• Must possess a valid Louisiana driver’s license.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Certifications in FEMA IS 100, IS 200, IS 700, IS 800, ICS 300 and ICS 400 courses
• 5 years Emergency Management Experience

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.


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http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

This job requires unique qualifications involving disaster/emergency response management experience, experience working in an emergency operations center. Disaster/emergency response planning experience and experience developing and maintaining operational plans and procedures. Availability for overnight travel, on call 24/7 and able to work 12 hour shifts for extended periods during emergencies. Understanding of FEMA's and GOHSEP's processes related to disaster/emergency response and recovery. Familiarity with and experience in the Incident Command System. Must possess outstanding organizational and communications skills and have competent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel software programs/applications.

This position requires independent judgment, strong coordination and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple high-priority assignments in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent must be able to work effectively with internal staff, external agencies, and leadership while supporting emergency preparedness and response efforts. This position also requires flexibility, sound decision-making, and the ability to respond quickly and effectively during emergency and disaster situations to ensure continuity of operations and mission readiness.Job Duties:

• Assists the Director, ESF-1 Lead, and ESF-3 Coordinators in the development, review, and annual update of Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Emergency Operations Plans (EOP), including related procedures, policies, and supporting documentation.
• Supports ESF-1 operations by assisting with transportation emergency planning, training development, interagency coordination, and collaboration with local, state, and federal partners on transportation-related emergency response activities.
• Coordinates and supports procurement and administrative functions related to emergency operations, including contracts, RFPs, MOUs, resource staging, transportation agreements, and vendor coordination.
• Participates in emergency preparedness and response activities, including training, exercises, after-action reviews, corrective action tracking, 24/7 on-call emergency support, and representation of the Department in meetings, conferences, and disaster operations.

Position Specific Details:
Appointment Type:Unclassified - This vacancy is unclassified and does not require a test score

How To Apply:

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Michael Miller

Director of Emergency Operations

225-379-1898

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

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