[Hiring] PRN Reservist @National Emergency Management and Response

Role Description

National EMR consistently seeks talented and hard-working individuals who are eager to assist impacted communities and first responders on an “as needed basis” as reservist employees. Reservists are part of an elite, all-hazards response cadre who are available to work intermittently, commit to working when needed, and travel/deploy within 24-48 hours. The cadre plays a key role in keeping National EMR ready to deploy the right people in the right jobs quickly in an emergency management situation. These situations could include hurricane responses, mass shooting(s), wildfire responses, and more. As a company, we have responded to every major US incident that has occurred in the last 25 years. We are proud of our record and reputation but recognize we can’t do this without our reservists. Reservists are often retired local, state, or federal civil service employees who consider this line of work as a movement or a calling. Is this your calling? Are you ready to serve?

This is NOT a full-time job. Reservists may be deployed to fulfill any role specifically related to the incident, and deployment roles will be based on reservists’ skills, performance, and experience. National EMR does not guarantee length or frequency of deployments. You will be paid for the actual number of hours worked. Pay scales are based on the job classification as determined by National EMR.

National EMR was built on the premise of filling gaps and serving those with the greatest needs in a disaster. National EMR has spent most of our time in the emergency support functions (ESF) of mass care, emergency assistance, housing, human services, public health, and medical services as our core mission areas. Reservists are responsible for maintaining personal readiness and your “active/eligible” status. Reservists will be entering into a fast-paced, ever-shifting, high-pressure environment. You are expected to perform well, make informed decisions, and be prepared to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Four-year bachelor’s degree in emergency management, Homeland Security, Public Administration or related field preferred, but not required.
• Candidates without a bachelor’s degree may substitute one year of relevant work experience for each year of education.
• Applicants are required to demonstrate prior completion of Incident Command System training, including the following FEMA independent study courses:
  • IS-100.c Incident Command System
  • IS-200.b ICS for Single Resources
  • IS-700.b National Incident Management System
  • IS-800.c National Response Framework
• Proof of course completion for each course above will be required for consideration.
• Experience working for a government agency in a first responder capacity (Fire, Rescue, EMS, Law Enforcement, Public Health, Emergency Management or equivalent), or recent graduate in areas of study related to Emergency Management, Fire/EMS, Homeland Security or Public Administration.
• Preferred ICS Courses:
  • ICS 300 – Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents
  • ICS 400 – Advanced ICS Command and General Staff – Complex Incidents

Requirements

• Must maintain deployable status and the physical/mental readiness to work in emergency environments on short notice.
• Adhere to high standards of professional integrity and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and workplace expectations.
• Provide proof of valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing with no restrictions (subject to review annually).
• Successfully pass a background check and drug screening (pre-deployment or random).
• Demonstrate the ability to:
  • Work collaboratively across disciplines and communicate effectively (verbal and written).
  • Respond sensitively to diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and community needs.
  • Navigate high-stress environments with sound judgment and composure.
  • Operate independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team with limited supervision.
  • Use Microsoft Office and communication tools (radio, satellite phone, mobile apps).
  • Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
  • Maintain professional skills, including strong interpersonal and non-verbal communication.
  • Perform physical activity such as extensive walking, stretching, bending, and occasionally lifting and/or exceeding 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of maintaining physical endurance and focus during extended operations (12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, holidays).
• Must be available for on-call duty and may be required to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support emergency response and deployment operations.
• Other duties, as assigned.

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