Summary This position is located in Continuity of Operations and Emergency Management (NNC), Security and Continuity of Operations (NN), Chief Administrative Office (N), Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of analytical, planning, advisory, operational, and evaluative work in planning, developing, implementing, overseeing, and evaluating the BPA continuity and emergency management programs. Responsibilities As an Emergency Management Specialist, you will: Serve as a source of expert information and guidance on continuity of operations and emergency management. Participate in the development of a BPA-wide continuity strategy. Participate in the development of regularly tested incident response/recovery plans. Coordinate continuity and emergency management drills and exercises and training programs. Initiate, plan, organize, conduct, and lead projects to investigate and analyze a variety of complex problems, questions, or conditions impacting the continuity and emergency management programs. Consult with operating personnel and other specialists to devise continuity and emergency management systems. Represent the organization in conferences and meetings with other agencies, private industry, and other groups. Facilitate and oversee the participation and response of BPA organizational elements in the BPA continuity and emergency management programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Experience (1) Develop and/or execute continuity and/or emergency plans or exercises for an organization; (2) identifying gaps and recommending solutions to the continuity of emergency management programs; (3) develop emergency procedure policy and guidance to address a variety of emergency situations (e.g. radiological, industrial, natural, and national emergencies). "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov Information on how to create a federal resume https://www.usa.gov/government-jobs https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk EEO Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Equal employment opportunity policy Reasonable Accommodation Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy Veterans Information: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/disabled/ Telework: www.telework.gov Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations. BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.