Shelter Staff, Planner

Introduction:

We are a leading, national consulting firm that provides compassionate, full-spectrum emergency management services including planning and preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation services to the public and private sectors before, during and after a natural disaster or catastrophic event.

Our mission is to provide compassionate consulting services to local, state, federal, and industry clients, active in disaster response, recovery, and preparedness. We will be on time, on target, and on budget with the services aligned to the evolving threats and hazards facing our nation.

The position will be guided by ACDC’s Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

Position Summary:

• Job Title: Emergency Management Planner
• Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
• Temporary/Seasonal/Regular: Temporary
• Compensation: $45-$50/hour
• Travel/Location: On-Site Florida various locations

Mission of Role/Position Summary:

The Emergency Management Planner is responsible for supporting the preparation, activation, and operation of emergency shelters. This role involves assisting with readiness tasks, training shelter staff, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The Planner will facilitate communication among shelter staff, volunteers, and external agencies to support and develop coordinated planning efforts. This position requires excellent organizational, communication, and crisis management skills, with the ability to respond effectively to emergencies and support diverse client populations. The Planner will work closely with senior planners and emergency management officials to ensure smooth shelter operations and contribute to the overall mission of providing compassionate emergency management services.

Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Assist with the completion of all readiness tasks and ensuring that the Contractor is prepared to deploy shelter staff.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies promptly and assist in shelter activation and deactivation.
• Provide emergency sheltering management, sheltering staff and other operations involving sheltering operation with a comprehensive guide to formulate and implant plans and procedures for shelter management.
• Maintain inventory records of shelter supplies and assist in managing stock levels to ensure readiness.
• Assist in conducting training sessions for shelter staff and volunteers on operational procedures, safety protocols, and emergency response.
• Assist in preparing and submitting reports on shelter activities, challenges, and needs to senior planners and emergency management officials.
• Lead the development and maintenance of emergency management plans, policies, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Establish and maintain effective client partnerships with local, state, and federal emergency management agencies, as well as community organizations, to facilitate coordinated response efforts.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal departments to integrate emergency management plans into overall organizational strategies.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify and secure necessary resources for emergency response, including personnel, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of emergency resources and ensure they are in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure management is set up to successfully, operate, and demobilization of shelters during emergencies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with following and executing program protocols.
• Ability to develop response/sheltering frameworks and plans as needed.
• High degree of empathy.
• Experience working and learning within diverse teams, and a commitment to effectively serving a diverse client population.
• Ability to assess emergency planning needs and respond effectively.
• Comfortability with quick pivots/adjustments in program processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, strong Excel skill is preferred.
• Outstanding organization and ability to work independently in fast paced environment.
• Able to drive in daytime and at night
• Able