Deputy Special Operations Coordinator

COUNTY OF BUCKSJOB TITLE:Deputy Special Operations CoordinatorJOB CODE:DEPARTMENT:Hazardous Materials Emergency ResponseUNION: 00FLSA STATUS:Non-Exempt GRADE:POSITION SUMMARYAdministrative and operational position under the general supervision of the Special Operations Coordinator. Assists the Special Operations Coordinator with the administrative and emergency response activities of all special operations teams. Maintains a close working relationship with the teams per diem officers and members. Essential Personnel Position - Essential Personnel are obligated to report to work or remain at work during emergency activations. May be required to work non-traditional schedules including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.On-call requirements - Weeklong on-call rotationESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESResponds to hazardous materials, technical rescue, swift water, diving, and drone incidents as the Deputy Chief of Special Operations.Assists with scheduling and development of training and exercise plans for all special operations teams.Ensure the readiness of equipment and apparatus for Special Operations teams and Emergency Management. Promotes Special Operations and Emergency Management with appearances before local government, civic organizations and clubs, and various emergency services organizations.Serves on an assigned work group or subcommittee as needed.Support Emergency Management or other Emergency Services Departments as required. Performs other duties as required.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Bachelor's degree in emergency management, chemistry, fire science or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, 300, 400, Hazardous Materials Technician, (Hazmat Safety Officer and Hazmat IC Preferred) A minimum of five years' public or private sector emergency response and at least 3 years as an operational leader.Required to meet and maintain the physical requirements of OSHA 29CFR 1910.120 and 29CFR 1910.134Response experience in hazardous materials, rope, confined space, trench, structural collapse, swift water, and dive rescue. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely in oral, written and graphic form.Proficient in technology to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.Ability to interpret federal and state emergency management requirements and regulations.Ability to coordinate diverse groups toward a common goal.Ability to maintain effective working relationships and develop partnerships.Strong time management skills; ability to carry out orders with precision and speed.Ability to make decisions quickly and accurately.Able to perform efficiently under pressure.Ability to handle multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously with minimal direction or supervision.Ability to maintain organization and prioritize a variety of tasks and data.Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.Required to obtain PEMA County Associate Certification within one year of hire and PEMA County Professional Certification within three years of hire.Required to obtain FEMA Professional Development Series within one year of hire.Must reside no further than 10 miles outside any Bucks County boarder to ensure adequate response time in the event of an emergency response or on-call summons.Position:Deputy Special Operations CoordinatorFUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical Demands: (Check all that apply)Balancing XStooping XPushingXClimbingXCrouchingXPullingXCrawlingXKneelingXHandlingXStandingXSittingXTalkingXTurningXReachingXHearingXSeeingXColor VisionXDepth PerceptionXMobilityXLifting: (Check one)Carrying: (Check one)Sedentary(0-10 lbs)SedentaryLight(0-20 lbs)Light(0-10 lbs)Medium(0-50 lbs)Medium(0-25 lbs)Heavy(0- 100 lbs)XHeavy(0- 50 lbs)XVery Heavy(over 100 lbs)_Very Heavy(over 50 lbs)Aptitudes: (Check all that apply)Form perceptionXProblem solvingXMotor coordinationXWorking speed (ex.wpm)XFinger dexterityXManual dexterityXComputer/VDT abilityXGeneral learning abilityXClerical perceptionXEnvironmental Conditions: (Check all that apply)Extreme coldXExtreme heatXTemperature changesXWet conditionsXHumid conditionsXExposure to fumesXExposure to blood and body fluidsXNoise and vibrationXExposure to chemicalsXPoor ventilationXInclement weather conditions; Inside/outside weather conditionsXReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.