AHS Emergency Management Support Specialist - Limited Service

at State of Vermont in Waterbury, Vermont, United States

Job Description

Are you passionate about helping communities in times of need? The Vermont Agency of Human Services (AHS) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Emergency Management Specialists to join our team and assist with disaster case management services and emergency management planning. This is a great chance to support Vermonters as they recover from natural disasters, including flooding, by providing critical support throughout all phases of emergency management.

As an Emergency Management Specialist, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering essential services before, during, and after disasters. You will work across a variety of sectors to ensure the well-being of individuals and families affected by natural disasters, focusing on areas such as mass care, emergency assistance, housing, human services, and individual assistance support.

Desired skills and abilities:
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills to successfully support individuals and families in crisis.
• Knowledge of emergency management practices and disaster case management.
• A passion for helping others and making a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by disasters.

Join us in making a positive impact in the lives of Vermonters. Your dedication will help guide our communities through recovery and towards resilience in the face of future challenges. Apply now to be part of the Vermont Agency of Human Services!

Duties are generally performed in an office setting; however, in the event of an emergency, the incumbent may be required to stay overnight at the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The incumbent will be required to operate in high stress situations in the event of an actual emergency and during short and long-term recovery operations.