PLANNER Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/4822070) Apply  PLANNER Salary Depends on Qualifications Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Unclassified Job Number 55/50389321/UNCPLNR/02.6.25-DT Department DOTD-Engineering & Operations Division Section 55 Opening Date 02/06/2025 Closing Date 2/21/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Supplemental Information 55/50389321/UNCPLNR/02.6.25-DT EMERGENCY OPERATIONS Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside\_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt\_Finance/HR/Pages/Career\_Center.aspx PLANNER (EMERGENCY OPERATIONS) About this position This is an UNCLASSIFIED position responsible for facilitating the development, review, and updates of emergency plans within the DOTD Emergency Operations Section. The incumbent will actively contribute to the ongoing enhancement of preparedness measures, ensuring the organization's ability to respond effectively to various emergency scenarios. The incumbent will be the primary State Debris Manager, acts as alternate Emergency Support Function-3 Lead Coordinator. Preference will be given to applicants experienced with disaster/emergency response and the development of emergency plans and standard operating procedures. Working in an emergency operations center. + Certifications in FEMA IS 100, IS 200, IS 700, IS 800, ICS 300 and ICS 400 courses + 5 years Emergency Management Experience No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. *Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed applications. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.* To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. “The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.” Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here . www.louisianaworks.net For further information about this vacancy contact: Name: MICHAEL MILLER Job Title: DIR EMER SERVICES Phone Number:225-379-1898 Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: This job requires unique qualifications involving disaster/emergency response management experience, experience working in an emergency operations center. Disaster/emergency response planning experience and experience developing and maintaining operational plans and procedures. Availability for overnight travel, on call 24/7 and able to work 12 hour shifts for extended periods during emergencies. Understanding of FEMA's and GOHSEP's processes related to disaster/emergency response and recovery. Familiarity with and experience in the Incident Command System. Must possess outstanding organizational and communications skills and have competent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel software programs/applications. Must possess a valid Louisiana driver’s license. Job Concepts This position requires administrative and operational oversight of the agency's Debris Removal, reduction, and disposal functions, as well as the Damage Assessment Team's initiatives and objectives. Both are integral elements of the agency's Emergency Support Function - 3 (ESF-3). Responsibilities will include the development, review and maintenance of debris management and damage assessment operational plans and procedures annually. Responsible for the coordination and oversight of retainer contracts and contractor adherence to agency debris operational standards. Provide operational oversight of the agency's debris operations following disasters by coordinating with District Debris Managers while providing executive level decision makers with situational awareness and operational updates. Responsible for scheduling and conducting annual debris management and damage assessment meetings and conferences. Provide oversight to the Damage Assessment Team program by ensuring current plans and resources are in place and that team members are identified and prepared for deployment. Examples of Work Coordinate and schedule the deployment of Damage Assessment Teams as quickly as conditions allow following a disaster. Responsible for coordinating with external agencies, i.e. GOHSEP, FHWA and FEMA in an effort to remain current of any and all changes to programs, regulations and guidance relating to debris management and Damage Assessment Team operational procedures. Responsible for briefing and making constructive recommendations to the Emergency Operations Director on issues impacting the section's operational capabilities. Responsible for participating in all meetings, training, exercise's and related after action reviews (AAR's), following exercises or actual events within prescribed timeframes. Ensure implementation of corrective actions identified from the AARs within established suspense dates. Provide and coordinate training for DOTD, and other personnel, supporting debris and damage assessment programs. Requires knowledge of local, state and federal government agencies and their operational relationship during declared disasters. Acts as ESF-3 Alternate when primary is unavailable, or to supplement extended operations. Performs other duties as needed. Must possess a valid Louisiana driver's license. Key Duties and Responsibilities + Planning and Maintenance: Develop, review, and maintain debris management and damage assessment operational plans and procedures annually. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, particularly those under the Robert T. Stafford Act. + Contract Coordination: Oversee retainer contracts, ensuring contractor adherence to agency debris operational standards. + Operational Oversight: Provide guidance to District Debris Managers during disasters, delivering situational awareness and updates to executive decision-makers. + Team Coordination: Schedule and conduct annual debris management and damage assessment meetings and conferences. + Collaboration: Liaise with external agencies (e.g., GOHSEP, FHWA, FEMA) to stay updated on program regulations and operational guidance. + Cost Recovery Activities: Capturing cost associated with debris operations + Assist Director, ESF-1 and ESF-3 Lead Coordinators and other staff in the development, review and update of plans and procedures annually. 1 . Debris Management + Develop and validate debris removal plans, procedures, and documentation necessary for reimbursement. + Coordinate with district debris managers year-round and intensively during disasters. + Select and ensure certification of Debris Management Sites (DMS) per regulatory standards. + Facilitate training on operational and documentation procedures for DOTD personnel. 2. Damage Assessment Operations + Develop damage assessment plans and assign team members. + Coordinate and deploy teams promptly post-disaster. + Validate procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, focusing on reimbursement eligibility. 3. Representation and Coordination + Represents the Department at meetings, workshops, conferences, and other events to coordinate emergency plans and procedures. + Maintains knowledge of current trends in emergency management, debris management, and damage assessment. 4. Additional Duties + Participate in emergency exercises and After-Action Reviews (AARs). + Implement corrective actions from AARs within prescribed timelines. + Support section goals and strategic planning. + Maintain operational capability during normal and emergency operations. + Keeps Emergency Operations Director and ESF-3 Lead Coordinator informed on issues negatively impacting the section’s operational capabilities. Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority. 01 Are you a permanent LA-DOTD employee? + Yes + No 02 Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee? + Yes + No 03 Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana? + Yes + No 04 If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA". 05 To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members? 06 How much Emergency Management experience do you have in developing and writing emergency plans? 07 If you indicated you have experience in this matter, please include the experience with your previous job duties. 08 What responsibilities have you had while working in an Emergency Operations Center? 09 How much experience do you have in Debris Removal/Management, please explain? 10 Have you obtained certificates in the FEMA/DHS IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, and IS-800 courses? Please attach certificates. + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Louisiana Address For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email