Emergency Management Specialist

Duties for the Emergency Management Specialist include but not limited to: Develop and coordinate all VALLHS emergency plans and exercises in accordance with VHA Directive 0320 and supporting appendices, and the VHA Emergency Operations Plan which encompasses Continuity of Operations (COOP). Collaborates with community partners to support the execution of national objectives. Primary point of contact and Liaison in managing intra and interagency VA contingency support of Department of Defense (DoD), VA health and medical support of the National Response Framework (NRF) and other applicable authorities and support provided through the National Disaster Medical System (NDMS). Responsible for coordinating the VALLHS efforts and engaging staff, as well as the functions required to manage the Comprehensive Emergency Management Program (CEMP). Develop, implement, sustain, and maintain policies and guidance within the VHA, local, and community. Responsible for ensuring the emergency response