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Operations & Training Officer

The EMA Operations and Training Officer plans staff training programs and monitors EMA equipment to ensure preparedness in the event of an emergency.

The essential duties of the Operations & Training Officer are:

  • Assess training needs, set up training programs and keep the appropriate records of training provided to EMA volunteer staff.
  • Assist the County Coordinator in establishing training programs for Municipal EMA Coordinators and their heads of government.
  • Assist with developing and maintaining a list of EMA volunteers.
  • Assist the County Coordinator directing a volunteer staff response to local emergencies involving EMA.
  • Monitor IFLOWS (flood warning) and the PA STARS (PEMA) computers for emergency information affecting Columbia County.
  • Develop and coordinate the delivery of outreach training programs for schools, municipalities and special needs facilities.
  • Assist in administering the Act 147 (Radiation) and Act 165 (Hazardous Materials) grants.