Loudoun County Government

The Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Project Support Assistant.. OEM is responsible for facilitating, maintaining, and enhancing a comprehensive and integrated emergency management program in an effort to cultivate and sustain an engaged and resilient community through partnerships and collaboration.. This position will assist in researching, scheduling, and organizing assigned planning initiatives to enhance and strengthen OEM’s Integrated Preparedness Planning Process.. High School diploma or equivalent (associate degree with coursework in emergency management, homeland security, public administration, or related field preferred); three (3) years of related clerical/administrative work experience with computer automated systems and Microsoft Office applications experience preferably in a government environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.. Previous experience in emergency management at the local, state, or federal level preferred.

project support assistant

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government! ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION. Introduction The Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Project Support Assistant. OEM is responsible for facilitating, maintaining, and enhancing a comprehensive and integrated emergency management program in an effort to cultivate and sustain an engaged and resilient community through partnerships and collaboration. Additional information about the Department can be found at www.loudoun.gov/oem. Job Summary Under the direction of an Assistant Coordinator, this position performs complex administrative work for OEM. This position is responsible for supporting the development of Countywide all-hazard plans, trainings, and exercises. This position will assist in researching, scheduling, and organizing assigned planning initiatives to enhance and strengthen OEM’s Integrated Preparedness Planning Process. This position is also responsible for monitoring and conducting data analysis related to the preparedness program. Other duties include coordinating and facilitating meetings, developing meeting minutes; and tracking action items. We Are Seeking a Detail-oriented Team Player Who Will <ul><li> Support the development of all-hazards plans, trainings, and exercises; </li><li> Conduct a wide range of research on emergency management topics; </li><li> Track project milestones and data through all phases of the project life-cycle; </li><li> Coordinate a wide variety of meetings with internal and external stakeholders; </li><li> Represent Loudoun County with federal, state, regional, and local organizations and agencies. </li></ul>The successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities: <ul><li> Ability to manage time, make deadlines, and expeditiously perform multiple tasks. </li><li> Ability to prepare accurate and timely reports. </li><li> Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. </li><li> Ability to work independently in the absence of specific instruction. </li><li> Knowledge of basic emergency management principles. </li></ul>The hiring range for this position is $24.07-$32.50. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent (associate degree with coursework in emergency management, homeland security, public administration, or related field preferred); three (3) years of related clerical/administrative work experience with computer automated systems and Microsoft Office applications experience preferably in a government environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in emergency management at the local, state, or federal level preferred. Job Contingencies And Special Requirements Successful candidate will undergo a criminal background and DMV record check.

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