Emergency Management Specialist

Summary

This position is located in the Division of Administrative and Emergency Services, Office of Management Services, of the Indian Health Services (IHS) Headquarters in Rockville, Maryland. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). This position is being re-advertised to solicit additional applications. Applicants who applied previously need not reapply unless submitting updated and/or missing information.

Duties

• The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the development of public health and medical preparedness and response capabilities by leading and coordinating the relevant emergency management activities for the agency. Coordinates and communicates Emergency Preparedness goals and activities with other Emergency Preparedness programs. Provides sound advice and consultation on a wide range of functions affecting the overall public health, medical planning, response, and recovery activities; and participates nationally in planning efforts to improve the Indian Health Service's ability to support requests for assistance before, during, and after emergency response activities. Identifies agency public health and medical resources and capacities, as well as geopolitical, economic, or other issues and threats in the agency that may influence or impede a rapid and effective health and medical response. Provides education and information to assist Federal, State, Local, Territorial and Tribal and private sector authorities in understanding the roles, responsibilities, and capabilities. Serves as Emergency Preparedness field liaison for grant and training participants with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health Resources and Services Administration, and Office of Domestic Preparedness. Leads the development, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of national IHS emergency preparedness policies, procedures, and activities. Works with agency leadership Formulate IHS emergency response plans across a wide array of potential emergencies. Coordinates the national implementation and updating of emergency preparedness plans at all Indian Health Service hospitals and clinics and coordinates these activities.

Requirements

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Extended and frequent travel may be required. Incumbent must be available for nation-wide deployment. Incumbent may be required to work evenings, weekends, and overtime. Must have a valid driver's license. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.

Education

There are no education requirements.