State Office Program Manager (Preparedness) #5414 Job in Washington DC, DC

Vacancy No. req534 Department Senate
Salary $99,518.00 to $168,496.00 Grade 00 to 00
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/2/2025 Close Date 1/16/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington DC, DC


Summary

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a State Office Program Manager (Preparedness). The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Duties

Management of emergency preparedness and readiness for U.S. Senate State Offices. Manages the development and implementation of state office emergency and COOP plans, the state office emergency supply and equipment program, development and delivery of emergency preparedness and security training for state staff, department publications including the intranet (Webster) site, newsletters and other emergency/preparedness bulletins. Conducts needs assessments for state offices and manages the implementation of requirements to meet identified needs. Acts as a SME and provides expert advice and assistance to Senate state offices on issues of security and emergency preparedness, and other related matters. Develop, implement and deliver comprehensive training programs to ensure Senate staff understand and adhere to security protocols and best practices. Provides SAA Senior Leadership, Directors of SAA departments, and Senate Senior staff with real-time notifications to maintain situational awareness.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY.

Qualifications

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

  • Occasional travel, including independently representing the SAA to State/Local first responder agencies, other Federal agencies (e.g., USMS, FPS).
  • Senate Operations Center liaison.

Required Work Experience

  • 5+ years.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

  • Emergency management, project management, principles of disaster response and recovery.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Security Clearance

  • This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.

Additional information

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email employment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.

Required Documents

Subject to background/security investigation.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.

Agency contact information

Address
U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001
Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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