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Airport Emergency Management Program Manager

Salary

$62,660.00 - $105,664.00 Annually

Location

Houston

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

36625

Department

HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

05/07/2025

Closing Date

5/13/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: AIRPORT EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM MANAGER

Posting Number:36625

Division/Section: AIRPORT - IAH

Reporting Location: 4250 WILL CLAYTON PKWY

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY; 10AM – 6PM*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Directs and coordinates emergency management related to airport safety and security including coordination with other entities, the prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and/or mitigation of intentional and unintentional crises, disasters, other humanitarian emergencies, or of all-hazards, natural and manmade/technological (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, high explosives) events.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors and assists the Houston Police Department during critical incidents at the airport as well as other entities in the IAH Integrated Coordination Center. Will take the lead on conditions as they 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.

• Serves as the lead liaison for the Houston Police Department while in the Integrated Coordination Center or until the arrival of appropriate Incident Commander.

• Evaluates and designs workflow, processes, various emergency plans, as related to the airport.

• Independently develops, implements and periodically reviews emergency management plans.

• Analyzes and reviews best practices, procedures to develop recommendations for improvement of prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and/or mitigation activities related to the airport.

• Coordinates with limited supervision airport preparations and activities in the event of an emergency and assists in the implementation of continuity plans.

• Remains knowledgeable of administrative policies of both the Houston Police Department and Houston Airport System and communicates any updates to airport emergency specialists.

• May be assigned management responsibilities on a limited basis for certain functions, units or programs.

• Is available for 24-hours, on-call response during emergencies to perform emergency management functions and related duties. Supervises the workflow of less experienced specialist through creating schedules, assigning tasks, goal attainment, and performance evaluation

• Ensures emergency management goals, records maintenance, and regular reports are generated to inform key stakeholders.

• Completes special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management and airport issues and problems of simple to medium complexity

• Prepares, edits and revises department policy and procedure manuals. Responds to

correspondence, requests for information, etc. as assigned by supervisor.

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

• Performs other job-related duties as required.

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position may involve physical exertion, such as lifting and moving objects. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time may be required. Must have mobility to work in public settings and operate job related equipment, use standard office equipment and be able to communicate over the telephone or twoway radios. Must be able to hear audible alarms and emergency sirens. Accommodations may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.

The work environment for this position will be centered largely on 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.

•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 a Bachelor’s degree related to Emergency Management, Emergency Response, Public Safety, Public Health, Criminal Justice, Public Administration OR may substitute for experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Seven (7) years of experience in Emergency Management, Emergency Response, Public Safety, Public Health, Criminal Justice, or Public Administration.

SUBSTITUTION:

Work experience as an Airport Emergency Management Program Manager can be substituted for the education on a year-by-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires training in Emergency Management relevant job duties, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hiring.

PREFERENCES

+ Prior First Responders experience.

+ Prior Law Enforcement experience.

+ Certified Emergency Management (CEM) issued by a State or International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM).

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 23

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: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (713.308.1273).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (713.308.1273). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support calls 855-524-5627.

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

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

What is the highest level of education you have obtained?

+ 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

+ I do not have this experience

+ I do not have this experience

04

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

+ Less than 2 years

+ 2 years but less than 4 years

+ 4 years or more

+ I do not have any experience

05

Are you an official Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) issued by a State or International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)?

+ 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)

+ Available for 24-hours, on-call response during emergencies

+ Coordinate with limited supervision airport preparations and activities in the event of an emergency

+ Ensure emergency management goals, records maintenance, and regular reports are generated

+ Prepare, edit and revise department policy and procedure manuals

+ Direct and coordinate emergency management related to airport safety and security

+ None of the above

07

Do you have experience assisting the Houston Police Department during critical incidents at the airport as well as other entities in the IAH Integrated Coordination Center?

+ 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

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