Performs administrative and supervisory work in planning for the safety of the citizens of the Town before, after, and during a natural or man-made emergency; coordinates, plans, organizes, and directs the Emergency Management programs for the Town such as public education and training.  Performs all other related work as required.

Essential Functions:
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Directs the planning, organizing, and carrying out of local Emergency Management activities, conferring as necessary with Berkshire County and Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) as well as neighboring local EMA agencies to assure that its activities are an integral and coordinated part of the overall county and state programs.
• Keeps the Town Manager and Select Board fully informed on all Emergency Management matters and acts as their representative in dealing with other governmental and private organizations concerned with Emergency Management.
• Directs a public information program to keep all residents of the local jurisdiction informed about EMA activities. Provides periodic written updates of major activities including news articles for the local paper.
• Establishes, maintains, and runs the local Emergency Operations Center.
• Attends EMA training courses and workshops.
• Secures and maintains information regarding facilities and resources of the local jurisdiction and neighboring mutual aid jurisdiction for use in emergency situations.
• Attends Local EMA Director’s Meetings sponsored by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency and provides MEMA with reports and or local information particularly through eCEMP.
• Advises the Finance Committee of financial needs of the EMA and prepares the annual budget
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates.

High School diploma required; Associates Degree desired, experience in utilizing ICS and NIMS; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Military or civil emergency response experience is helpful. Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) recommended but not required.

Special Requirements:  The Emergency Management Director mut be over 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and should be available to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Knowledge: Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) and knowledge of structure, functions, and interrelationships of state, federal and local governments. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency management administration; thorough knowledge of the approved methods and procedures of modern emergency management techniques, equipment, and related practices.

Abilities: Ability to deal effectively with local and state governmental officials, and the ability to evaluate situations and exercise good judgment in making decisions. Ability to communicate effectively to both the news media and the general public and clearly answer questions.

Skills: Skill in operating computers and wide assortment of software products; strong interpersonal, training, instructing, communication and planning skills.