Director of Response and Recovery Operations

Initial Posting Date:

02/27/2025

Application Deadline:

03/13/2025

Agency:

Oregon Department of Emergency Management

Salary Range:

$7,353 - $11,373

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Director of Response and Recovery Operations

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) is excited to announce an opening for a Director of Response and Recovery Operations (Grants, Loans and Programs Manager 2) to oversee and provide strategic direction for the operations of the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC), Alert and Warning/Radio Comms, State Search and Rescue (SAR) Program, Logistics and Mutual Aid, Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), and credential program.

Here are some of the supporting duties:

• Oversee the administration, management, and coordination of federal and statewide emergency response operations ECC/RCC, Emergency Communications, the State Emergency Coordination Center, Search and Rescue, and the integration of crisis management tools.
• Partner with the IT Division to arrange workforce and fiscal resources to integrate "cutting-edge" technologies into current operations, communications, and automation systems that enhance OEM’s ability to provide mission critical support to local, state, tribal, and federal agencies and jurisdictions.
• As a member of the management team, participate in the section’s program budget preparations.
• Direct the operation of the Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) by developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient operations during exercises and actual emergency activations.
• Serve as 24/7 on-call Executive Duty Officer (EDO) on a rotational schedule, alternating with other designated staff.
• For a complete position description, click here.

This position is pending reclassification to the Business Operations Manager 2, which is the same salary range as the Grants, Loans and Programs Manager 2.

The Benefits of joining Our Team

It is the mission of Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) to lead collaborative state-wide efforts, inclusive of all partners and the communities we serve, to ensure capability to get help in an emergency and to protect, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters regardless of cause. To learn more about our team and the work we do, please visit Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) website.

We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking.

Employee benefits include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 10 hours of vacation leave earned per month.
• 8 hours of sick leave earned per month.
• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.

What do you need to qualify? Minimum Qualifications:

Six years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR

Three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):          Please discuss these in your cover letter.

• Experience with program, project, and performance management.
• Experience in effectively communicating and coordinating with multiple teams or partners to achieve a common goal.
• Possess leadership skills that influence, motivate, and challenge others, and can adapt leadership styles to a variety of situations.
• Management experience in an emergency management environment.

Note:  You must clearly describe your experience in each area listed. Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from further consideration. 

Additional information:

• The salary listed is the non- Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) qualifying salary. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary will reflect the 6.95% increase.
• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• OEM does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. OEM will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
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• This position is Management Service and is not represented by a union.
• Employees of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management are subject to recall at any time. During an emergency this position may be required to work long hours without normal days off within the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC), Recovery Coordination Center (RCC) or in the field supporting emergency response activities.  To support development and enhancements of State ECC/RCC capabilities and responsibilities all staff may be re-directed from day-to-day duties to support planning, training, and exercise activities as needed.

How to Apply:

• Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application for the position. Please ensure the work history and education section is complete. If you are a current state of Oregon employees, you must apply through your employee Workday account.
• Attach a cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications and attributes for the position.
• If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact the recruiter, Carol Mueller, at [email protected].

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Veteran's Preference:

The OEM provides veterans’ preference points to all eligible veterans. For privacy reasons, please do not attach veterans’ preference documents when initially applying. You will be sent a Workday “Task” to complete once you have submitted your application.  The “Task” will prompt you to provide the appropriate documentation for your Veterans’ Preference point selection. For more information, please go here: https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Veterans.aspx.

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