Homeland Security Operations Coordinator

$68,761 - $68,761/Yr

City of Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Philadelphia, PA

10,001+ employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Homeland Security Operations Coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring public safety in Philadelphia by coordinating emergency management activities, particularly during special events and mass gatherings. This position involves implementing security protocols, collaborating with various public safety partners, and developing operational plans to enhance the city's preparedness for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Implement security protocols, guidelines, and policies to enhance interoperability and situational awareness.
• Coordinate and lead public safety interagency planning and execution of operations for large special events or mass gatherings.
• Support training and exercises to prepare staff and partners for major incidents.
• Collaborate with federal, regional, state, and local Homeland Security officials to execute security initiatives and emergency management programs.
• Develop event action plans, operational plans, and job aids to support incident management and response coordination.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local, state, and federal government stakeholders, community-based organizations, and private sector entities.
• Research and develop operational plans to support the homeland security portfolio, including special events and active threat planning.

Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college in planning, management, policy, public administration, criminal justice or related field.
• Prior experience with the development and implementation of operational strategies and plans related to homeland security initiatives.
• 1 - 3 years of working experience within an emergency management agency or public safety agency is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to physically perform the duties and work in the environmental conditions required of this position.
• Completion of mandatory training requirements within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of basic government accounting, management, and procurement procedures is preferred.
• General experience in planning and policy development is preferred.
• Familiarity with the City of Philadelphia is preferred.

Benefits

• Unlimited FREE public transportation through SEPTA's Key Advantage program.
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Generous retirement savings options.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Tuition discounts and scholarships with partnerships from local colleges and universities.