Watch Center Officer
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Salary: $30.82/hour w/ability to purchase some benefits. This is a full-time, temporary position.This position resides in the 24/7 Watch Center and is responsible for monitoring incidents, emergencies and events within the State of North Dakota that could require a state response and ensures operational readiness for the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The incumbent will work within the Response Section of the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services, Division of Homeland Security. Duties include, but this is not an all-inclusive list of duties to be performed.As a Watch Officer, you will support the maintenance and development of an overall daily Common Operating Picture (COP) for the State of North Dakota, serve as a rotating Watch Center Officer to provide ongoing situational awareness, coordinate assistance in response to emergencies and disasters and assist with operations, coordinate notification and initial preparedness and response-related activities with whole community partners to include voluntary, local, state, tribal and federal agencies and the private sector, perform and coordinate information and intelligence collection from a variety of sources (i.e. phone, WebEOC, dashboards, databases, etc.), analysis and development of reports/products for situational awareness and decision-making purposes on a daily basis, prepare input for daily briefings, presentations and reports as appropriate.The Watch Officer will also support the Information and Intelligence Unit within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Unified Command System with maintenance of situational awareness, development of Common Operating Picture (COP) and dissemination of incident documentation during emergencies and disasters, maintain appropriate operational contact lists and databases, conduct testing of appropriate notification and communications systems (i.e. NAWAS, Harris Radio, Everbridge, etc.). Perform all functions of a Watch Center Officer on a rotating basis and during emergencies or staff shortages with the ability to work shifts consisting of 12 hours from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. Extra hours may be required during emergency operations. Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software, ability to travel in and out of state and maintain a valid driver's license and appropriate driving record.Minimum QualificationsTo be considered for this opportunity, you must meet the following requirements:* Requires an Associates degree in a related field and one year of professional work experience demonstrating extensive verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal communication skills. Additional work experience as described above, may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis. Successful completion of the interview process, reference checks and criminal background investigation are required.* Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in information and intelligence collection and analysis, emergency management, operational planning or incident response coordination.About Team ND Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing. - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.Application ProceduresApplicants must complete the online application, along with uploading a cover letter, detailed resume and college transcripts, if applicable. Applications must be completed by 11:59 PM on the posted closing date.The application materials should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all application materials.Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact ...@nd.gov or 701.###.####. ND Relay Number 1-800-###-####.Contact ...@nd.gov for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Office of the Adjutant General does not provide sponsorships.Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.