Emergency Planning Specialist

What is a Emergency Planning Specialist?

Under general supervision, an Emergency Planning Specialist is part of a team that is responsible for the emergency preparedness activities that are required to maintain and execute Central Hudson’s emergency plans. An Emergency Planning Specialist is also responsible for developing, implementing, and/or administering projects for the Emergency Preparedness team.

What does a Emergency Planning Specialist do?

• Administers, and/or executes the emergency planning tasks that are incorporated in Central Hudson's emergency response plans prior to, during, and after any type of man-made or naturally occurring emergent event. Emergency Response Plans include, but are not limited to, the Electric Emergency Response Plan, Gas Emergency Response Plan, Sturgeon Pool Emergency Action Plan, and Wildfire Mitigation Plan.

• Develops new or modifies existing emergency plans and procedures.

• Develops, facilitates, and supports various emergency exercises.

• Develops after action reports and improvement plans for exercises and tracks improvement items to completion.

• Works with other departments to ensure that the content and administration of required emergency training is current, completed and executed in a timely manner.

• Facilitates emergency response training.

• Equips employees with the proper tools and material to execute their storm responsibilities.

• Coordinates with other departments to secure and administer contracts necessary to execute emergency plans, exercises, and emergency preparedness related events.

• Generates invoices for mutual assistance provided to other utilities.

• Represents Central Hudson with vendors, other utilities, and other emergency response agencies prior to, and during, emergency events.

• Monitors predicted weather conditions to alert internal and external stakeholders of potential impacts.

• Prepares, or provides information for written messages, statements, and reports to document emergency restoration efforts that have occurred.

• Collaborates with vendors and internal stakeholders to implement new or maintain existing Emergency Preparedness software programs.

• Administers or manages other emergency preparedness related projects and tasks, as necessary.

• As a member of the Emergency Response team, accept various roles during emergency preparation and response.

• Provides support for storm restoration efforts

What does it take to be a Emergency Planning Specialist?

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Engineering, or a related field of study. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree in the aforementioned fields and 3 years of related Emergency Management experience, or a High School diploma or equivalency and 5 years of related Emergency Management experience.

• Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with both internal and external stakeholders

• Strong attention to detail while working in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills

• Must be available outside of normal working hours to support the needs of the Emergency Preparedness Department. This can include travel outside of the Central Hudson service territory.

• Valid drivers license

Preferred:

• Extensive experience in Emergency Management

• Understanding of the FEMA ICS and HSEEP

• Gas and/or electric utility operational knowledge

• Experience writing emergency plans and procedures.

• Experience presenting to groups of 15-100 people.

Applications will be accepted until June 11, 2026.

This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay range: $82,600 - $130,400

Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.

Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted.  No phone calls or agencies, please.  All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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