Job Duties
The SAU Analyst will provide comprehensive emergency communication, consistent and accurate situational awareness, and warning services for the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Analysts will operate the Emergency Management communications network during assigned shifts in a 24-hour 7-day a week environment; initiate response activities; allocate state resources during emergencies and disasters; route multiple incoming emergency and non-emergency calls; implement sound decisions to successfully coordinate multiple functions for multiple agencies; and perform daily operational tests of communication equipment. Will also analyze data and coordinate alert notification services to staff, government organizations, and other emergency response personnel on current Emergency Management media events and local government incident occurrences.
Night shift: Four 10-hour shifts per week, 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM.
All VDEM employees are designated as essential personnel and may be required to work during emergency situations, such as inclement weather, and natural or man-made disasters/events as directed. This may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official EWP.
Minimum Qualifications
-Extensive knowledge of standard communication procedures and the ability to operate public safety emergency communications equipment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the state’s geographical regions and applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
-Knowledge of policies and procedures of recordkeeping, including the maintenance and security of communications reports.
-Knowledge of principles and resources for dealing with hazardous materials.
-Ability to complete computer-based tasks, including typing and document preparation, with minimal supervision.
-Demonstrated ability to read and interpret maps, policies, procedures, and regulations.
-Ability to analyze data in order to make decisions and maintain situational awareness across the Commonwealth.
-Ability to work under stressful conditions and to operate specialized emergency vehicles (Valid Driver's License)
Additional Considerations
- Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) level B Certification preferred.
- Demonstrated experience leading or serving as a watch analyst within an emergency response organization is desired.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Applications will only be accepted on-line through the State Job website. Applications must include all work history and references. The decision to interview an applicant is solely based on the information provided in the application materials. Therefore, it is essential to provide enough information to make this assessment.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a fingerprint-based criminal history background check, Division of Motor Vehicle check, employment reference check, and E-Verify. The selected candidate must complete a State of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, if applicable (Va. Code 2.2-3114). Other financial, credit, driving, or degree verification checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions. A one-year probationary period is required of all newly hired and re-hired Commonwealth of Virginia employees.
The salary for this position is negotiable up to the maximum hiring range listed in this posting. Offers will not be made outside of the hiring range. This is a restricted position due to the funding source.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply.
VDEM does not provide sponsorship to prospective or current employees. Applicants applying for a position with our agency must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
The Virginia Department of Emergency Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: (804) 366-7942
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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.