DISTRICT EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - 55008006

STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION 

410 / District Maintenance  

OPEN COMPETITIVE 

CAREER SERVICE  

FULL-TIME 

CONTACT PERSON: Dean Morris 

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Dean.morris@dot.state.fl.us 

ANTICIPATED ANNUAL HIRING SALARY: $79, 794.52 (includes Competitive Area Differential) 

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. 

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. 

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers.  Visa sponsorship is not available. 

Our Mission 

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. 

Our Vision 

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free. 

The Work You Will Do: 

DISTRICT EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST / DISTRICT 4 / TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS / DISTRICT MAINTENANCE  

Emergency Management Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive emergency management plans, including Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP), and providing support for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. Key duties include coordinating with internal and external partners, conducting Hazard Mitigation activities, training staff on emergency procedures, managing emergency operations center activities, and maintaining vital emergency management information and equipment. 

This position also acts as the Project Manager for Fixed Capital Outlay (FCO) building projects by developing scopes, cost estimates, monitoring contractor performance, and compliance, tracking expenditures, processing invoices, and supporting the five‑year CIP plan. 

The Difference You Will Make: 

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.  

How You Will Grow: 

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.   

Where You Will Work: 

District Maintenance Office 

3400 W Commercial Blvd 

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 

Annual Salary Range: $67, 385.94 - $87,205.33   

A Competitive Area Differential (CAD) additive in the amount of $1,976.00 will be added to the annual salary.  

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Performs independent and complex administrative work for the coordination and operation of District Emergency Operations. Coordinates and monitors the district's emergency preparation and recovery activities of the District Four Emergency Operations Center (DEOC) and staffing involved in the operations of the Center. Develop and implement staffing rosters, DEOC activation and deactivation sequences, and DEOC standard operating procedures. Coordinates communications between the DEOC, Central Office Command Center (COCC). The incumbent will use analysis of survey reports, aerial photography, topographical and geologic data, FDOT (Florida Department of Transportation) Standard Index, FDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges and other technical engineering resources to accomplish these tasks. 

Coordinates and assists the District Fixed Capital Outlay (FCO) Coordinator. Acts as the Project Manager on the design and construction of FCO Projects for new buildings, building additions, and renovations. Develops contract scope documents, develops project cost estimates, oversees the performance of contractors, monitors compliance with applicable laws, rules, and procedures, monitors project expenditures and balances to ensure costs are within budget, and processes monthly invoices. Conducting facility assessments to identify unmet or future needs to include in the agency's 5-year Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Plan. 

Maintains, updates, and distributes the annual District Four Emergency Management Plan. Identifies and coordinates needs, resources, and responses among the various District Offices, Departments and Cost Centers. Coordinates planning and debriefing with Area Incident Management Teams to ensure the best management practices are used in managing all roadway incidents within the District. 

Monitors and coordinates responses to all emergencies within the District; examples of these emergencies include hazardous material spills; tornadoes; sinkholes; hurricanes; floods; wildfires; bomb threats; road closures; terrorism related events; and other similar natural and man-made disasters that adversely impact the public. Evaluates and coordinates activities related to emergency contracts; Assist in preparation of documentation for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursements. Prepares documents and assist with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recovery costs reimbursements for District Four and Local Governments. Process vendor invoices. Utilize technical engineering knowledge and skills to develop conclusions and recommendations following an emergency event as to the extent of damage and integrity of infrastructure from acquired data. Incumbent has an Emergency Purchasing Card which allows a single purchase exceeding the threshold amount of $20,000 provided for in Section 287.017, F.S., for Category One; Incumbent has financial disclosure responsibility in accordance with Section 112.3145, F.S. 

Coordinates with District Training and Development Office to schedule, organize and track completion of identified training requirements and other assigned mandatory training for Emergency Management (EM) designated personnel. Schedules and coordinates meetings with District Senior Management and designated Operations Staff. Prior to start of hurricane season, organize and set-up Section Team Leader meetings to update and review Roles of Responsibility, as they apply to EM Organization and Continuity of Operations (COOP) Plans. Attend local government training sessions related to EM Operations.  

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge of: 

• Emergency management practices and procedures.  

• The National Incident Management System (NIMS).  

• State of Florida Transportation Comprehensive Emergency Plans (CEMP). 

• District Four Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).  

• Contract administration and funds management. 

• Disaster preparation and recovery; civil engineering design, construction, techniques, terminology, and principles.  

• Project scheduling and management.  

• Applying management and leadership practices. 

• Problem-solving techniques. 

Skills in: 

• Identifying structural deficiencies. 

• Translating and disseminating engineering related information. 

• Working independently; leading, managing and working with diverse groups of people. 

• Using computers and related software applications.  

• Oral and written communication, public speaking, presentations and training to all types of audiences. 

• Organizing and coordinating work assignments. 

Ability to: 

• Interpret and apply appropriate engineering standards to resolve complex operational and emergency issues. 

• Assume a leadership role and encourage the teamwork approach and concepts. 

• Work with internal and external customers in a courteous and tactful manner. Interpret and apply state and federal policies, guidelines, regulations and procedures relating to emergency management.  

• Work outdoors (standing, walking, and bending) in a variety of weather conditions, on various terrains, and at various heights for extended periods of time. 

• Lift up to 50 pounds. 

Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:

Within a 12 month period, incumbent must obtain and maintain certifications identified under the National Response Plan; National Incident Management System (NIMS) Courses, as available, ICS-100 through IS-706; Acquire a general knowledge of provisions under Florida Statute 252; and the Department Directives as part of assigned emergency operations coordination responsibilities. 

Other Job-Related Requirements: 

Participates in developing initiatives to improve efficiency and effectiveness in support of District Maintenance Business Plan. Utilizes Business Plans as an integral part of daily work activities. During periods of emergency and/or disaster recovery upon request by appropriate authority, may be required to travel to perform other assigned work for extended or evening work hours, including weekends; or respond for the welfare of the public under declared emergency conditions; overnight travel may be required for statewide meetings, training, conferences or seminars. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

A High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.