Emergency Operations Coordinator-Columbia, SC Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Emergency Operations Coordinator-Columbia, SC 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars Columbia, SC

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

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JOB SUMMARY

Develop and coordinate emergency preparedness operational activities, program documents, and operational activities related to food, agriculture, and animals as directed by the Emergency Preparedness Veterinarian, in consultation with the Animal Health Programs (AHP) veterinarians, and as approved by the State Veterinarian. Writes, updates and revises plans; prepares reports, Standard Operating Procedures, implementation/outreach plans; and supports training and operations related to emergency disease response and the Clemson University Livestock Poultry Health¿s (LPH) State Emergency Response Team (SERT) responsibilities. Proposes and directs operational processes and capacities designed to test the validity of plans and LPH readiness and the Food/Agriculture Sector preparedness and resiliency. Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel required.

JOB DUTIES

50%

• Essential
• Support LPH’s role in the State Emergency Response Team by serving on the Deputy Lead for the ESF-17 team and serve as one of LPH support staff for ESF-6.

Participate in training and exercises for ESF-17, ESF-6, and the SERT as directed by the AHP Emergency Preparedness Veterinarian. Work with the Training & Exercise Coordinator to develop strategies for training, drills, exercises, and resources for the ESF-17 team members, LPH’s ESF-6 support staff members, and other agencies and stakeholders as directed by the Emergency Preparedness Veterinarian. 30%

• Essential
• Support the creation and revisions of plans used by Animal Health Programs by working closely with the subject matter experts and the Training & Exercise Coordinator to facilitate the development of necessary documents and skills for animal disease response and animal disease traceability.

Develop ways to operationalize plans and build capacity within situational constraints. In alignment with agency priorities, work with AHP staff to develop strategies and operational capacity for drills and exercises to test readiness and soundness of plans in LPH such as avian influenza, mass depopulation, and secure food supply plans. Draft documents and reports as directed. Other duties as assigned. 10%

• Essential
• Provide ESF 17 operational emergency response support and coordination during gubernatorial declarations of emergency according to the role LPH has in the SERT and established standard operating procedures. Participate in the LPH contagious disease response Incident Management Team during disease incidents. 10%
• Essential
• Provide necessary administrative support for the program and emergency activations.

Manage financial tracking, grants (finance and reporting) as needed, and other duties as assigned. Some emergency responsibilities may extend beyond routine schedule and activities. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• 1st Bachelor’s Degree
• Agribusiness and Public Health Licenses
• Drivers License Class D normal

< 26,000 Work Exp 3+ years Three years of relevant experience. Food/Agriculture (agribusiness) background, public health background (or equivalent), experience and skills in formal writing and project management and group facilitation.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Education

• 1st Master’s Degree Working in a food, agriculture, or public health field (e.

g. agribusiness industry, animal science, biology/zoology, veterinary medicine, public health), working in teams, drafting formal documents/letters/articles, emergency management related to animals/food/agriculture/mass care, managing/facilitating diverse groups of people and audiences. Emergency management experience developing plans and operational response activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE

Comprehensive Job Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises Work of Others

• Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitors Budget

• Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

5%

• Stand for prolonged period 75%
• Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period 50%
• Walk or move about 5%
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc 5%
• Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) 10%
• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl) 75%
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 5%
• Recognize or inspect visually 5%
• Move, transport, raise or lower 5%
• Extends hands or arms in any direction 75%
• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS

5%

• Exposure to heat or cold 5%
• Exposure to dust/fumes 5%
• Wet or humid 5%
• Chemical hazards 5%
• Overnight Travel 5%
• Exposure to bio-hazards (i.

e. blood, bodily fluids) During gubernatorial declared emergencies and animal health emergencies, 12-13 hour shifts may be required.

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hrs:

37.5 COMPENSATION

INFORMATION

Band:

06 Expected Salary ($46,700.00

• $75,000.

00) Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Essential Level 2 employee Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION

Columbia, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

April 24, 2025 MILITARY

AND VETERAN

MILITARY

EQUIVALENCY

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job’s minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.