Specialist, Emergency Preparedness (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Responsible for the development, maintenance and implementation of comprehensive emergency preparedness and restoration plans to optimize Eversource’s emergency preparedness and restoration efforts up to and following minor/major events. Specifically, responsible for implementing the plan and for full integration of the plan with all affected departments, groups, procedures, and processes. Included in the scope of responsibility are continuous, proactive updates to the emergency plan; monitoring weather conditions and predictions, and, in conjunction with Operations, selecting an appropriate preparedness strategy. Supports the development of After-Action Reviews, periodic drills, and serves as the Company’s representative in external drill planning.

Essential Functions: 

• Implements, maintains and designs an effective, comprehensive emergency preparedness and restoration plan to optimize the company’s emergency preparedness and restoration efforts up to and following any event, and ensures full utilization and integration of the plan.
• Handles and facilitates emergency plan development and emergency preparedness with Eversource’s Emergency Preparedness Group.
• Responsible for filing plans and reports with state regulators as required.
• Responsible for proactive preparedness planning which includes: monitoring weather forecasts; monitoring preparedness information and advising leadership during emergency events of plan requirements and protocols.
• Responsible for After Action Reviews to ensure candid, unbiased assessment of operational events in accordance with emergency preparedness and restoration policies and procedures.
• Works with Operations to recommend improvements to restoration strategies, planning and budgets.
• Works with Engineering to identify system hardening opportunities.
• Works with System Operations to ensure compliance with cybersecurity and critical infrastructure standards.
• Coordinates and provides training, “table top exercises”, for individuals with emergency assignments.
• Communicates in writing and verbally in a clear, effective and timely manner, under both routine and emergency conditions, with all involved in emergency restoration efforts.

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Thorough knowledge of applicable work practices and procedures and safety requirements. 
• Working knowledge of information technology.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Education:        

• Bachelor’s degree in business or applied science or equivalent experience. 
• Bachelor's degree in emergency management or public administration is preferred.                 

Experience:     

• Three (3) or more years of related experience. 
• Experience in emergency management activities and/or distribution operations required. 
• Experience with project planning and/or support is preferred.                   

Licenses & Certifications:  

• Valid Motor Vehicle License required.
• Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) certification is preferred or must be willing to obtain certification within a timeframe established by the hiring manager.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment that requires sitting, standing and general movement throughout the office area. 
• Must be able and available to occasionally respond to emergency conditions during off-hours and for extended periods of time.

Mental Aspects:

• Ability to work collaboratively, lead and in