Airport Emergency Management Specialist

Airport Emergency Management Specialist

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Airport Emergency Management Specialist

Salary

$56,446.00 - $94,471.00 Annually

Location

Houston

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

36628

Department

HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

05/07/2025

Closing Date

5/13/2025 11:59 PM Central

Description

Benefits

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: AIRPORT EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Posting Number:36628

Division/Section: AIRPORT - IAH

Reporting Location: 4250 WILL CLAYTON PKWY

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 6AM-2PM *Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs emergency management work in the Airports Integrated Coordination Center including coordination with other entities. Acts as the liaison with Houston Police Department in the prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and/or mitigation of intentional and unintentional crises, disasters, other humanitarian emergencies, or of all-hazards, natural and man-made/technological (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, high explosives).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as the emergency specialist in the IAH Integrated Coordination Center. Communicate with other agencies as conditions warrant and until the arrival of appropriate management. Must be resourceful and mitigate the effects of aircraft incidents, accidents, bomb threats, fires, hijackings, and other general category situations, including major utility failures, radiological incidents, sabotage, terrorism and natural disasters.

• Under direct supervision of the Airport Emergency Management Program Manager, works to develop, implement, and periodically review emergency management plans in coordination with the Houston Police Department and Houston Airport System.

• Acts as a liaison in partnership with the Houston Police Department in the Integrated Coordination Center and communicates all relatable information to supervisor and other entities as needed.

• Implements emergency management goals through specific tasks including but not limited to maintaining records, compiling documentation, and generating reports or other data products.

• Assists and coordinates citywide preparations and activities in the event of an emergency and assists in the implementation of continuity plans.

• Designs workflows, processes, and various operational plans related to airport safety and security.

• Reviews requests for information and refers requests to the appropriate City department or outside agency.

• Maintains proficiency in job tasks through regular training attendance and participation in emergency preparedness exercises.

• May be required to work additional hours during an emergency situation.

• Performs other job-related duties as required by supervisor.

• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment for this position is primarily an office environment. The office may have occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to landside and/or airside chemicals and extensive use of a video display terminal.

Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.

“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”

If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory

recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires an Associate degree in Emergency Management, Emergency Response, Public Safety, Public Health, Criminal Justice, Public Administration or a closely related field OR may substitute for experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Five (5) years of experience in Emergency Management, Emergency Response, Public Safety, Public Health, Criminal Justice, or Public Administration.

SUBSTITUTION:

Experience as an Airport Emergency Management Specialist may be substituted for the above education requirements on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires training in emergency management relevant job duties, or ability to obtain within one year of hiring. Knowledgeable with the practices and procedures of the operations of a major airport. Must be certified by the Houston Airport System and have obtained all necessary credentials. Able to conduct special inspections prior to and in response to emergency events.

PREFERENCES

Prior First Responder Experience.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Wellness

Supplemental Insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement pension

457 deferred compensation plan

Employee Assistance Program

10 days of vacation each year

11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

Compensable Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Flexible schedules

Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

Professional development opportunities

Transportation/parking plan

Section 125 pretax deductions

Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

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01

What is the highest level of education you have obtained?

Less than a High School diploma/GED

High School diploma/GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

02

If you answered that you have a college degree what is your field of study?

Emergency Management

Emergency Response

Public Safety

Public Health

Criminal Justice

Public Administration

I do not have a degree

03

How many years of experience do you have in Emergency Management, Emergency Response, Public Safety, Public Health, Criminal Justice, or Public Administration?

Less than 5 years

5 years but less than 7 years

7 years but less than 9 years

9 years but less than 11 years

11 years or more

No experience

04

How many years of experience do you have as an Airport Emergency Management Specialist?

Less than 3 years

2 years but less than 5 years

5 years but less than 7 years

7 years but less than 9 years

9 years or more

I do not have this experience

05

Are you certified by the Houston Airport System and have you obtained all necessary credentials?

Yes

No

06

Check all verifiable work experience which you have performed as it relates to an Airport Emergency Management Specialist. (check all that apply)

Assist and coordinate citywide preparations and activities

Design workflows, processes, and various operational plans

Review and refer requests for information

Develop, implement, and periodically review emergency management plans

Act as a liaison

None of the above

07

Are you willing to work additional hours during an emergency situation?

Yes

No

08

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

Yes

No

Required Question