Emergency Management Specialist (Legacy VISN Network) Detail/Temporary Promotion (NTE 120 Days)

This position is located within the Legacy VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21), as part of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Program Workforce Modernization Plan for emergency preparedness and response which establishes responsibilities for emergency management activities within VHA to all levels of the Department and with other Departments and Agencies, establishes consistency of functions, and streamlines hiring process.

This is a Detail/Temporary Promotion NTE 120 Days. Major duties: ***THIS IS A DETAIL/TEMPORARY PROMOTION (NTE 120 DAYS). PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE YOUR SUPERVISOR'S APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.*** Location Clarification: This job is open to candidates who reside and/or intend to reside within a 50-mile radius of a facility located within the RISN VISN 5 catchment area: Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Northern Marina Islands, Oregon, and Washington.

Major duties and responsibilities for the position include but are not limited to: Applies specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities particular to a healthcare system environment including methods to support emergency planning and operations. Provides operational support and expertise to management through evaluative, analytical, coordination, planning, administrative, developmental, interpretive, and judgmental methodologies.

Coordinates Network emergency management activities that require a high level of judgment and ability including assuming responsibility for planning, implementing and coordinating emergency response and recovery actions for VA Medical Centers (VAMCs), Community Living Centers (CLCs), Domiciliary Units, Outpatient Clinics (OPCs), Healthcare Centers (HCC), and Community Based Outpatient Clinics(CBOCs).

Produces pertinent and informative management reports, demonstrating effective practices in problem resolution. Ensures emergency operations and support activities are monitored to expedite return to readiness whenever there is a loss of operational capabilities from any of the Network facilities or catchment areas. Provides technical assistance, guidance, and coordination on emergency medical preparedness programs for all VISN medical facilities and catchment areas.

Employs considerable knowledge of healthcare facility operations and emergency operations supporting federal, state, and local entities within the geographical boundaries of the Network. Fulfills program responsibilities and coordinates network programs with senior management officials at VA Headquarters, VISN medical facilities, other federal departments/agencies, state government, and local communities where VA facilities are located.

Manages and coordinates all aspects of the Network Emergency Management Coordination Center (NEMCC) and organizes network emergency management support activities as necessary including developing a Network Emergency Operation Plan (EOP) which meets contingency requirements. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Telework: This position may be authorized for telework.

Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is a virtual position. Remote work may be available for this position. Eligibility and terms will be evaluated based on the selected candidate's location. Position Description/PD#: Emergency Management Specialist (Legacy VISN Network) Detail/Temporary Promotion (NTE 120 Days)/PD99786S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements: You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirem