Mitigation Specialist

Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy * Mitigation Specialist * 1 position opened until filled Agency Information: The Adjutant Generals Department Emergency Management Planning & Mitigation Branch/Mitigation Section Topeka, Ks About the Position Who can apply: Those who meet the criteria Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm--Monday through Friday Eligible to Receive Benefits: YES Veterans' Preference Eligible: YES Compensation: $ 23.00 per hour. * Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities: Program Management and Program Operations: * Interpret federal guidelines, regulations, and policies that impact HMA and implements necessary changes into the Divisions management of the program. * Inform stakeholders, to include supervisor, KHMT, and local emergency management professionals, of potential program impacts due to changes in federal regulations or program policy. * Interface with FEMA to review federal policies that impact the HMA program. * Complete program reporting requirements to include internal status reports to supervisor, quarterly reporting, and project close-outs. * Perform project site visits and audit coordination to ensure proper program implementation. * Provide on-going support to the KHMT in effectuating disaster cost-reduction initiatives. * Identify and communicate priorities and projects to properly advance program efforts to supervisor. * Actively seek mitigation opportunities within Kansas and inform stakeholders of HMA program opportunities. * Assist with development and maintenance of FEMA approved Kansas Hazard Mitigation Plan and regional mitigation plans and perform necessary efforts to develop and maintain. * Perform mitigation planning, mitigation project operations, and project management duties for Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) Program as assigned by supervisor. * Provide technical assistance to stakeholders in the development of various types of emergency management plans to primarily include, but not limited to, mitigation plans, delivery of HMA program education and project development/implementation Conduct emergency management planning activities as directed to support the strategic planning mission of the Division Fiscal Management: * Allocate budgeted monies and approve expenditure within the guidelines established by direct supervisor. * Complete on-time submissions, as directed, of HMA program grant applications to include reoccurring annual grant opportunities maximizing federal funding opportunities. Procedural Development and Technology Application: * Interface with Information Technology (IT) and/or Global Positioning Systems (GIS) staff to identify new technologies in the implementation of program mitigation and develop supporting use policy. * Use management systems and tools to determine, assign, and oversee the quality of projects and support delivered. Liaison: * Meet with County Commissioners, County Emergency Managers, State and Federal agencies and other local officials on issues related to programming mitigation. * Conduct meetings with program stakeholders to develop inclusive mitigation plans. Awareness and Training: * Develop and deliver on-going training focused both on awareness of program mitigation opportunities and technical project application development to program stakeholders that incorporates federal HMA program guidelines, regulations, and policies. State Emergency Operations Centers (SEOC) Duties: Under the Incident Command System (ICS) and in accordance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) requirements: * Establish duplication services and respond to requests * Maintain files for official forms, reports, and legal documents * Ensure accuracy and completeness of records by contacting the appropriate ICS units * Provide incident documentation to appropriate requesters * Provide status reports to the Planning Section Chief * Maintain Unit/Activity log (ICS214). At the discretion of the supervisor, the SEOC duties may be shifted in part or whole to other tasks/responsibilities found herein. This is to ensure continuity of the Planning and Mitigation Branch's mission essential functions (MEF). Performs Other Duties as Assigned: To include but not limited to: * Review of Local Emergency Operations Plans as required by supervisor. Qualifications: * Education: HS Diploma-Degree emergency management, public administration, business administration or closely related field preferred. Licensing & Certification: * Valid driver's license * Obtaining Emergency Manager Certification with 24 months of hire Minimum Qualifications: * The position requires three years of experience in planning, implementation and monitoring activities relevant to emergency management and/or hazard mitigation programs. A degree in emergency management, public administration, business administration or closely related field may substitute for a maximum of 2 years of experience. Special Knowledge, skills, and abilities: * Knowledge of the organization and operations of the agency assigned programs and related programs. * Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to assigned programs and related programs. * Knowledge of the principles of organizational behavior, and management tools applicable to public administration. * Knowledge of total quality management methods of analyzing processes and directing continuous improvement. * Ability to identify and analyze problems and to select, implement and evaluate solutions. * Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with administrative officials, other employees, community organizations and the public * Knowledge of emergency management programs, hazard mitigation and related funding resources. Post -Offer, Preemployment Requirements: * KBI Check, Federal background investigations, obtaining and maintaining a secret security clearance and other clearances that may be required. Recruiter Contact Information: Name: Angelina Farias Email: Phone: 785-646-2263 Mailing Address: 2022 Minuteman Rd Topeka, Ks 66619 Job Application Process First Sign in or register as a New User. Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications. Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications. Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete. Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page. Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter. 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A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions How to Claim Veterans Preference Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. 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These documents should be scanned and emailed to , or can be mailed/delivered in person to: ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator Office of Personnel Services Docking State Office Building 915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260 Topeka, KS 66612 Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

Created: 2026-04-02