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ADEM PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Date: Sep 13, 2024

Req ID: 43327

Location:

North Little Rock, AR, US, 72118

Category: DEPT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Anticipated Starting Salary: 36155

Position Number: 22088858

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: 09/20/2024

Anticipated Starting Salary: 36155

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.

This position is Safety Sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, random, and for-cause drug screenings.

If you are requesting veteran’s preference, please include your DD214.

ADEM is committed to responding quickly to the needs of the citizens of Arkansas during times of disaster, whether it be natural or man-made. All ADEM staff, regardless of position title, serve a role in the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) to aide in response efforts.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The working title for this position is Public Assistance Officer with the Recovery Branch. This position administers and monitors the State and Federal Public Assistance Grant Programs for current disasters and any future disasters that occur. This position ensures state and federal funds are used in accordance with program guidelines and reviews and audits grant documentation. This position requests, administers, and monitors grant funding and providing guidance and technical assistance to applicants. This position is also responsible for the monitoring and final inspection reports on all eligible disaster projects. This position is also responsible for updating disaster recovery plans, to include the Public Assistance Grant and Fire Management Assistance Grant administrative plans, and for creating and maintaining catastrophic disaster plans and maintaining Recovery Standard Operating Procedures. Applicant must be available 24/7/365 for disaster/emergency operations and will support the activation of the State Emergency Operations Center, working extended shifts as necessary during SEOC activation and response. Must be available to work extended hours as necessary during the Recovery phase of a disaster. Must possess working knowledge of FEMA policies as related to the Public Assistance Grant Program. Must possess knowledge of other State and Federal disaster assistance/recovery programs. This position requires the ability to effectively communicate verbally and written with all disaster grant applicants, state and local government officials, and other state and federal counterparts. Must possess the ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills of gathering detailed information and summarizing this information into reports and communication for others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent customer service skills. Must work well in a team environment. Strong computer skills. Knowledge of spreadsheets and database files. Experience in developing and maintaining plans. Experience in federal grants. Experience in developing and monitoring grant projects. Knowledge of grant and budget transactions. Ability to understand and correctly interpret written guidance and policy documents. The proven ability to communicate verbally and conduct public briefings/presentations. Geographic Information System (GIS) knowledge and experience.

Position Information

Class Code: G175C

Grade: GS06

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00

Summary

The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) Program Coordinator administers program specific state and federal grant assistance programs. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Reviews documentation, monitors eligible funds, and distributes funds on eligible projects. Works with disaster applicants and other state and federal agencies to obtain grants. Completes daily and weekly progress reports. Oversees the administration of program specific state and federal grant/assistance programs. Ensures that program specific state and federal grant/assistance programs are in compliance with all laws, regulations, policies, and program guidelines. Reviews all FEMA policies as related to grant/assistance programs. Monitors, closes, audits, and reconciles grant/assistance records. Updates grant administrative plans annually. Conducts training for local and county emergency management officials. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

This position is subject to 24-hour on-call duty in the event of an emergency or disaster.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the all phases/levels of emergency management. Knowledge of state emergency management procedures. Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Knowledge of grant management principles. Knowledge of personal computer and software applications. Ability to assemble, correlate, and analyze facts related to emergency management. Ability to communicate and present information to professionals, other interested groups, and/or individuals. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related emergency management information. Ability to consult and provide technical assistance. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, staff, public officials, civic and community groups, and the general public. Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports and statements. Ability to plan and prepare necessary quarterly progress reports.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field; plus four years of experience in program organization and administration. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock