Homeland Security Planner II, III, IV (CBRNE)

Company: Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 11, 2024

Job Description:

Homeland Security Planner II, III, IV (CBRNE)Summary:The Homeland Security Planner position is a professional role in regional homeland security and public safety within COG, supporting the administration of the National Capital Region's (NCR) Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) programs. COG's CBRNE activities focus on the early identification of the import, transport, manufacture, or release of hazardous materials.Job ID/Number: HSPS-142024Posted Date: 9/26/2024Job Location: Washington, DCPosition Type: Full-timeDivision: Homeland Security Program Management OfficeDescription:Daily activities include identifying CBRNE equipment needs, organizing training and exercise events, documenting national best practices, assisting with tracking program expenses, and providing support to various working groups within COG's Department of Homeland Security and Public Safety (DHSPS).The Homeland Security Planner series includes three levels: Planner II, Planner III, and Planner IV. Responsibilities vary slightly by level and depend on background and work experience.Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with procurement and tracking of CBRNE detection equipment for emergency response agencies.
• Planning and hosting CBRNE-related exercises and training.
• Tracking corrective actions and supporting implementation of regional CBRNE improvement plans.
• Assisting the CBRNE/PRND Program Manager with tracking program expenditures.
• Facilitating meetings with stakeholders, documenting action items and decisions.
• Drafting agendas, meeting materials, and summaries for committees and working groups.
• Organizing and documenting outcomes of meetings and follow-up activities.
• Preparing reports, fact sheets, and documents on CBRNE and public safety topics.
• Assisting in the development and review of regional plans and policies.
• Supporting project work plans for committees and working groups.
• Drafting presentations and materials for stakeholders.
• Researching and synthesizing information on CBRNE best practices.
• Maintaining positive work relationships with coworkers and stakeholders.
• Attending professional conferences and training sessions as a COG representative.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.Education and Professional Experience:Planner II: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of two years of office experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.Planner III: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of three years of experience in homeland security or related fields. Master's degree preferred with one to two years post-graduate work.Planner IV: Bachelor's degree and five or more years of professional experience in homeland security or related fields; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Preferred: Master's degree and knowledge of intergovernmental coordination and hazardous materials.Supervisory Responsibilities:At the Planner IV level, responsibilities may include supervising contract staff or managing discrete projects. Planner II and Planner III positions do not include supervisory responsibilities.Communication Skills:Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to condense complex topics into concise summaries for the public; ability to present information to stakeholders and employees.Preferred: Experience in data visualization, graphic design, and public outreach methods.Critical Thinking/Reasoning Ability:Knowledge of homeland security and emergency management principles; ability to read and interpret technical documents and respond to stakeholder inquiries.Computer Knowledge and Skills:Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and SharePoint. Experience with Adobe InDesign or comparable software.Quality of Work/Organization:Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness in written documents; strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task and maintain accurate files.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Professional certification will be considered in evaluating experience and training.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Characteristics of the work environment are representative of those encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.If you'd like to apply, please click HERE.
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