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State of MichiganCivil Service CommissionPosition Code1. DEPSPL2Capitol Commons Center, P.O. Box 30002Lansing, MI 48909POSITION DESCRIPTIONThis position description serves as the official classification document of record for this position. Please complete the information as accurately as you can as the position description is used to determine the proper classification of the position.2. Employee's Name (Last, First, M.I.)8. Department/AgencySTATE POLICE3. Employee Identification Number9. Bureau (Institution, Board, or Commission)Field Support Bureau4. Civil Service Position Code Description10. DivisionDepartmental Specialist-2Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division5. Working Title (What the agency calls the position)11. SectionEmergency Communications SpecialistOperations Management Section6. Name and Position Code Description of Direct Supervisor12. UnitBARCROFT, JACLYN R; DEPARTMENTAL MANAGER-3Emergency Operations Unit7. Name and Position Code Description of Second Level Supervisor13. Work Location (City and Address)/Hours of WorkBRIGGS, BRIANNA L; DEPARTMENTAL MANAGER-47150 Harris Drive, Dimondale, MI 48821 / Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.14. General Summary of Function/Purpose of PositionThis position, as a program specialist, coordinates the development and maintenance of state level plans, procedures, policies, and supporting documentation for emergency communications systems for the Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (EMHSD) and provides direction in implementation of emergency communication programs statewide.? This position is also responsible for maintenance and coordination of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) operational readiness procedures as they relate to Emergency Support Function #2 (ESF-2) Communications.? Serves as the program coordinator for the statewide public alerting and mass notification system and is responsible for guiding the project through the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, vendor selection, system roll-out, system administration, and continued maintenance and support of all related training, policies, plans and procedures. This position is also the co-chair for the Public Alerting and Auxcomm workgroups of the state level Michigan Public Safety Communications Interoperability Board (MPSCIB) and is also responsible for interfacing with various other state and federal communications related workgroups and committees.? This position coordinates with the Department of Technology, Management and Budget’s Michigan Public Safety Communication System (DTMB/MPSCS) to organize and execute the annual statewide interoperable communications training conference. This position serves as the administrator for the SEOC notification system, Everbridge and is responsible for maintaining the contact database, procedures and training materials. 15. Please describe the assigned duties, percent of time spent performing each duty, and what is done to complete each duty.List the duties from most important to least important. The total percentage of all duties performed must equal 100 percent.Duty 1General Summary:Percentage:60Coordinate and enhance emergency communications capabilities and plans for the SEOC and state of Michigan.? Serve as the state program specialist for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS), public alerting and auxiliary communications (Auxcomm).Individual tasks related to the duty:Review and update all SEOC operational procedures for all emergency communications functions including but not limited to the public alerting system and the FEMA National Radio System (FNARS) to verify accuracy of communications systems protocol, and any other related items annually.? Make recommendations for improvement of processes.Annually review and update various state plans, policies, procedures and official orders to verify accuracy of communications functions and provide guidance on emergency communications best practices. ?Plans requiring review and update include, but are not limited to, the Michigan Emergency Management Plan (MEMP), Statewide Communications Interoperability Plan (SCIP), State Emergency Alert System (EAS) Plan, Amateur Radio Public Service Corps (ARPSC), associated local planning handbooks, division policies, and Michigan State Police (MSP) Official Orders.Act as the State Reviewer for FEMA IPAWS applications.? Review public alerting applications from local jurisdictions against the state EAS plan.Coordinate with FEMA on IPAWS issues and provide guidance and support to local alerting authorities.Coordinate Auxcomm planning, implementation, and coordination within the SEOC and statewide. Co-Chair the Public Alerting Workgroup of the MPSCIB.? Coordinate regular meetings, accomplish strategic workgroup goals and objectives, and regularly report workgroup’s progress to the MPSCIB.Co-Chair the Auxcomm Workgroup of the MPSCIB.? Coordinate regular meetings, accomplish strategic workgroup goals and objectives, and regularly report workgroup’s progress to the MPSCIB.Serve as one of the conference planning team leads with the DTMB/MPSCS to organize and execute the annual statewide interoperable communications training conference.? Including, but not limited to, securing speakers, managing conference registration process, and coordinating with conference facility staff to ensure proper technical support during the conference.Ensure regular testing of emergency communications equipment and systems, including documentation and correction of any issues discovered.Act as the EMHSD liaison in various state and federal emergency communications workgroups to stay informed of emerging trends and to share information about what Michigan is doing in the communications field.? Including serving as one of Michigan’s representatives on the FEMA Region 5 Regional Emergency Communications Coordination Working Group (RECCWG) and on the State Emergency Communication Committee (SECC) which is responsible for maintaining the State EAS Plan.Work with local emergency management programs to coordinate and incorporate communications needs into planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercise (POETE).? Conduct training seminars and classes on emergency communications topics.Attend All-Hazards National Incident Management System (NIMS) communications-related training.Duty 2General Summary:Percentage:25Management and oversight of the statewide public alerting and mass notification system for the SEOC and the State of Michigan.? Individual tasks related to the duty:Oversee and manage the RFP process for the new statewide public alerting and mass notification system ensuring project timelines and deadlines are met, the scope of the project is completed, and the system is successfully rolled out to all alerting authorities.? Document and maintain all policies and procedures for the statewide public alerting and mass notification system.Ensure initial and ongoing training regarding the use of the system and best practices is provided to all alerting authorities.Maintain relationship with the public alerting and mass notification system software vendor as the state liaison for software improvements.Generate reports on work activities and project coordination.Make recommendations for improvement of related processes.Duty 3General Summary:Percentage:5Act as the administrator of the SEOC notification system, Everbridge.Individual tasks related to the duty:Maintain and update policies and procedures related to the use of Everbridge.Provide training to appropriate personnel on use of the system and mobile application.Coordinate use of Everbridge in drills and exercises.Test notification system quarterly, to include off-business hours.Add and maintain users in the system.Coordinate the use of the system by other entities/agencies with Everbridge and EMHSD CommandDuty 4General Summary:Percentage:5Provide support to the division during activation of the SEOC for disaster or emergency drills, exercises, and actual events.Individual tasks related to the duty:Respond to disasters and emergencies within or impacting the State of Michigan.Participate in drills and exercises including routinely scheduled radiological emergency preparedness (REP), tabletops addressing specific hazards, and drills supporting local jurisdictions and state agencies.Perform communications coordination functions in the SEOC during disaster/emergency drills, exercises and actual events, as assigned.Temporary assignments with FEMA or other state and local agencies as assigned.Maintain appropriate training and knowledge of best practices and emergency management and homeland security principles including ICS and NIMS.Duty 5General Summary:Percentage:5Additional duties as assigned.? Individual tasks related to the duty:Interpret laws, standards, policies and procedures relating to division responsibilities.Conduct research, prepare reports, and make recommendations relating to division responsibilities.Research and develop division policies, as requested.Implement division policies and procedures.Attend designated meetings, training sessions, workshops and conferences, related to emergency communications.16. Describe the types of decisions made independently in this position and tell who or what is affected by those decisions. The implementation and maintenance of the statewide public alerting and mass notification system.? The efficient and effective operation of alerting the public is highly dependent on the implementation and training for a new streamlined software solution. ?The success or failure of the use of the statewide public alerting and mass notification system in the SEOC and across the state will depend on the effectiveness of the policies, procedures, and training program.? ?Emergency communications coordination and planning for the EMHSD and SEOC.? Lack of comprehensive planning will result in poor coordination of communications functions during emergency or disaster response.17. Describe the types of decisions that require the supervisor's review. When requests become time consuming and costly.? Decisions affecting EMHSD policies and procedures.? Expenditure of funds and other resources for emergency communications products.18. What kind of physical effort is used to perform this job? What environmental conditions in this position physically exposed to on the job? Indicate the amount of time and intensity of each activity and condition. Refer to instructions.Office environment, computer operation, interaction with other personnel via telephone, email, and department radio.? Local and overnight travel in and out of state.? Transporting boxes of training manuals, computer equipment, or other teaching items.? Emergency response to the SEOC or other locations as directed, during off-hours and inclement weather.? 19. List the names and position code descriptions of each classified employee whom this position immediately supervises or oversees on a full-time, on-going basis.Additional Subordinates20. This position's responsibilities for the above-listed employees includes the following (check as many as apply):NComplete and sign service ratings.NAssign work.NProvide formal written counseling.NApprove work.NNApprove leave requests.Review work.NApprove time and attendance.NProvide guidance on work methods.NOrally reprimand.NTrain employees in the work.22. Do you agree with the responses for items 1 through 20? If not, which items do you disagree with and why?Yes.23. What are the essential functions of this position?This is a professional position where the employee provides technical and administrative oversight in developing and managing programs, and in coordinating resources associated with emergency communications and related technologies.? Implementing and maintaining the statewide public alerting and mass notification system which is a key component of the SEOC and emergency management system.? Developing and regularly maintaining policies, procedures and training, and ensure training is provided for MSP and local emergency management personnel.? This position also provides emergency communications planning and support for the EMHSD and SEOC, which includes reviewing all applicable plans and procedures to ensure inclusion and accuracy of all emergency communications functions. ?Integrate emergency communications planning into the statewide training and exercise program. ?Interfacing regularly with local, state, federal, and private partners regarding emergency communications topics.24. Indicate specifically how the position's duties and responsibilities have changed since the position was last reviewed.New Position25. What is the function of the work area and how does this position fit into that function?The work area includes the EMHSD administrative staff offices, as well as the SEOC.? The EMHSD is the state-level agency responsible for all aspects of emergency management and homeland security within the state and is responsible for the planning and coordination of state-level response to disasters and emergencies through the SEOC.? This position supports this overall mission with a focus on statewide coordination of emergency communications activities, planning, and support.? 26. What are the minimum education and experience qualifications needed to perform the essential functions of this position.EDUCATION:Possession of a bachelor’s degree in any major.EXPERIENCE:Departmental Specialist 13 - 15Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Effective written and oral communication skills.? Excellent interpersonal skills including working well in group situations, enjoy helping others, and the ability to provide training in a classroom setting. ?Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) certification required. (Can be obtained following appointment)NOTE: Civil Service approval does not constitute agreement with or acceptance of the desired qualifications of this position.I certify that the information presented in this position description provides a complete and accurate depiction of the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.SupervisorDateTO BE FILLED OUT BY APPOINTING AUTHORITYIndicate any exceptions or additions to the statements of employee or supervisors.N/AI certify that the entries on these pages are accurate and complete.Appointing AuthorityDateI certify that the information presented in this position description provides a complete and accurate depiction of the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.EmployeeDate ................
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