Emergency Planning and Preparedness Coordinator

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Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

7:00 AM

4:00 AM

Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Responsible for supporting the management of Systemwide and Campus planning in the Emergency Preparedness program. Create and align training and exercise program requirements set forth by regulatory agencies as well as local, state, and federal/national agencies. Provide support for reporting obligations at various levels of government and representing Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at emergency management functions as necessary.

Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in emergency management planning
• Completion of ICS-300 and G-191current courses
• Completion of FEMA IS-700, FEMA IS-200, FEMA IS-700 and FEMA IS-800 current courses

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of the IS-235 Emergency Planning and G-235 Emergency Planning courses strongly preferred
• Completion of FEMA ICS-400 course preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent experience in related field

Certification Summary

• Current and valid Georgia State driver’s license and ability to pass the Children’s Driver Training requirements for operations of a motor-vehicle

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of CMS/TJC, DNV, CPG-101, NFPA and Emergency Management principles
• Advanced oral and written communication skills, to include facilitation and presentation skills
• Proficient at a high level in Microsoft Office products
• Demonstrated leadership skills in facilitating and leading cross-functional teams
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective problem solving and decision-making abilities, with a creative approach
• Demonstrated ability to address and creatively manage conflict
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to manage timelines
• Personal organization and time management skills
• Personal adaptability
• Listening skills
• Demonstrated ability to keep teams focused on achieving desired results and not just completing tasks
• Demonstrated ability to focus on relationships within teams to ensure results are achieved

Job Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary planner for the Emergency Preparedness program for the healthcare system.
• Coordinates across the system for the review of emergency preparedness plans at the department, campus, system, and external levels. 
• Responds to emergency incidents on a situational basis and serves as a resource within the incident command structure.
• Serves as support for the development of the Children’s Training & Exercise program including the annual Full Scale Systemwide Exercise program.
• Supports Emergency Preparedness Training Coordinator in the development of After-Action Reports following planned and unplanned events.
• Coordinates the annual review and updates for all Emergency Preparedness plans and meetings.
• Collaborates with the Safety Department regarding the documentation, planning and training related to hazardous materials.
• Provide backup meeting representation at local, state, and national emergency management meetings and events.
• Act in the role of Planning Section Chief for Emergency Operations Center activations.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

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