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Position Title
Emergency Management Specialist
Agency
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CARZ-10954367-21-TB Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, November 3, 2020 to Monday, November 9, 2020
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND, 
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?

If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
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Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of experience and/or education that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. (limit characters)
Minimum Qualification Requirements: Select the ONE statement below that best describes your experience and/or education to meet the specific qualification requirements for the Emergency Management Specialist at the GS-11 level. Please refer to the Qualifications and Duties sections of this vacancy announcement for detailed information. (limit characters)
1. For this Emergency Management Specialist, GS-11 position:
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For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Undertakes supervisory level duties required to oversee administration of an entire Emergency Management program, including managing, planning, organizing, and operating one or more facilities.
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3. Serves as the emergency manager on call during and after normal operations.
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4. Coordinates all aspects of emergency actions and activities including receiving requests and mission assignments from varying higher agencies.
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5. Initiates appropriate and necessary actions and coordinates emergency actions with higher headquarters, other district/counties, and field offices.
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6. Serves as subject matter expert and technical authority within the facility and primary advisor to the Executive Leadership Team on all aspects of readiness program activities.
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7. Directs, manages, and monitors the development of all contingency plans within the facility for all emergency activities.
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8. Determines proper approach to complex problems/issues, and completes work with accuracy, sound judgment and compliance with established criteria.
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9. Manages automated mass notification system to notify key personnel during emergency or exercise activations.
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10. Ensures compliance with the Joint Commission (TJC), Emergency Management Capability Assessment Program (EMCAMP) and other applicable directives.
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11. Serves as project manager solely responsible for all phases of the Executive Career Field Comprehensive Emergency Management Program 12 Quality Indicators.
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12. Develops Continuity of Operations (COOP) Procedures.
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13. Develops the hospital-wide Emergency Operations Plan and coordinates it with other VA facilities and other community assets that respond to the facility.
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14. Assigns roles and responsibilities of Operating Unit managers and key Operators/Managers included in the Emergency Management Plan.
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15. Oversees the development and maintenance of the Emergency Management Program (EMP).
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16. Ensures all employees have received appropriate training as required by the Emergency Management Program.
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17. Conducts an annual evaluation of the effectiveness of the Emergency Management Program.
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18. Plans, conducts and critiques emergency preparedness drills, exercises, tabletop exercises and full-scale exercises.
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19. Directs the detailed planning for and execution of emergency procedures associated with mobilization for national emergencies.
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20. Determines personnel and other resource requirements and ensures training, acquisition, and budgeting are sufficient.
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21. Determines quarterly emergency management budget and helps support the service lines with the purchase of resources and assets for preparedness/mitigation measures.
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22. Serves as project manager solely responsible for all phases of the Executive Career Field Comprehensive Emergency Management Program.
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23. Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that address hazards identified in the Hazard Vulnerability Analysis (HVA).
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24. Conducts an annual Hazard Vulnerability Analysis (HVA) that identifies all hazards that could threaten the facilities' ability to provide hospital services.
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25. Implements a facility-wide Emergency Management Training Program.
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26. Ensures all required training is conducted on a timely basis and as specified by local, state, and federal agencies.
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Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage). (limit characters)
Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. (limit characters)
Resume Reminder - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. (limit characters)