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Duties Include:

1. Provide direct support to the development, readiness, and implementation of the House life safety and emergency preparedness program and on occasion, work independently to provide guidance and coordination, for related activities, projects, and programs.
2. Actively support the Office Emergency Coordinator program, including outreach, training, planning assistance, program administration, data management, and related tasks for Member, Committee, and support offices. Requires data management and basic database skills.
3. Deliver prescribed training on topics of emergency preparedness, life safety, emergency planning, and protective actions to small and large groups virtually, in offices, and classroom settings.
4. Support curriculum development, data analysis, and records administration.
5. Work with Legislative Branch Organizations, House offices, and stakeholders to develop life safety plans at the campus, building, and office level.
6. Liaise with appropriate Federal agencies and private sector entities regarding issues, initiatives, and standards related to emergency preparedness and life safety.
7. Develop/review planning documents, procedures, briefing slides, reference documents, white papers, and other documentation, as needed.
8. Attend meetings, capture notes, and share key takeaways with applicable staff.
9. Support exercise development and execution, as needed.
10. Support House Operations Center activations, special events, and projects, as required.
11. Maintain ability to operate equipment and functions in the House Operations Center in accordance with EMD standards and guidelines.
12. Serve as a watch officer in the House Operations Center Duty Program; 1-4 days per month; available to work long hours, nights, and weekends when necessary.
13. Available for recall 24/7 to deploy to support emergency management and continuity efforts.
14. Act to support the Director, Preparedness, and Program Manager, Preparedness to carry out various assignments which further the goals of EMD. May be required to act as the Program Manager, Preparedness in his/her absence.
15. Perform other duties as assigned. 
    

Grades 8 & 9

1. Conduct extensive coordination with senior House personnel, Executive Branch, and/or other Legislative Branch agency points of contact.
2. Manage multiple projects and programs without continuous oversight and direction.
3. Assist the Director, Preparedness and Program Manager, Preparedness with special projects.
4. Analyze, report on, and provide guidance on program budget, strategy, and program management initiatives.

Conditions of employment

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Qualifications

Work Experience and Education:

Bachelor’s degree and some emergency management, preparedness, life safety planning, and/or project/program management experience. Active Top Secret clearance preferred or must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Ability to thrive when there is ambiguity, remain composed when there are priority and deadline fluctuations, and withstand the tests of a rapidly changing environment with resilience and resolve.
2. Strong public speaking ability.
3. Knowledge of national policies and best practices in Emergency Management.
4. Analytical, judgement, and problem-solving skills to work on short deadlines and resolve critical issues.
5. Ability to work well under pressure, exercise discretion and sound judgment while independently solving problems.
6. Excellent computer skills (e.g., word processing, presentation slides, spreadsheets, data management, etc.).
7. Refined and proficient written and oral communication ability.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Grades 8 & 9

Considerations for Grades 8 & 9 will be based on education, years of experience, management experience, and demonstrated ability to effectively interact with politically sensitive issues in technical and legislative environments.

Work Schedule:

Full-time, permanent. Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00.p.m.  Work outside of normal business hours when necessary, evenings and weekends may be required.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required (<10%).

Applicant Instructions:

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter.  Applications must be received by February 4, 2023.

** Preemployment drug test is required for positions requiring a security clearance. **

Note: All applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of cover letter and resume. If considered for an interview, the applicant must provide additional information requested in the Office of Sergeant at Arms Employment Application. Submission of this application does not guarantee an interview.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check. The Office of the Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. This position has been determined to be EXEMPT from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Veterans’ Preference Information:

Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act. 

**Only applicants seeking veterans’ preference consideration should email saa.veoa@mail.house.gov for further information. ** Please note the word “Veteran” in the subject line and note the job title and vacancy announcement number in the body of the email.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Candidates will be evaluated using a structured interview process.