Temporary-Emergency Response Support (Multiple Positions)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Any combination of education and/or work experience will substitute for minimum qualifications.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years experience in a field related to the job.

Licenses And Certifications Required

• None.

Notes to Applicants
The City of Austin's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management ( HSEM ) plans and prepares for emergencies, educates the public about preparedness, develops volunteers, manages grant funding to improve homeland security and public safety capabilities, coordinates emergency response and recovery, supports planned events, and works with public and partner organizations to protect our whole community when it needs us the most.
These temporary position will play a critical role in supporting the response and will have a direct impact on the community, reducing the impact of emergencies and disasters on people, property and the environment. These temporary positions may have varying work schedules/days/hours.
The Work Will Have Involve The Coordination Of Activities In The Areas Of Emergency Preparedness, Mitigation, Response, Logistics, And Recovery Efforts, And May Include The Following

• Conducting field damage assessments
• Logistics assistance
• Shuttle drivers
• Administrative support; data entry; record keeping
• Warehouse inventory control
• Shelter workers

Note - some of the positions will require the ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations. Other notable job characteristics: prolonged sitting; prolonged walking/standing; may require flexible or extended work hours.
Travel
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Pay Range
$20.00 - $26.50 per hour
Hours
Up to 40 hours per week
Some positions will work primarily during standard business hours, however business needs may necessitate work outside of normal business hours, especially in the event of an emergency.
Some positions will be considered essential and as such, are subject to mandatory recall and flexible or extended work hours, including weekends, holidays and emergencies.
Job Close Date 06/02/2023
Type of Posting External
Department Management Services
Regular/Temporary Temporary
Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable
Category Technical
Location 1520 Rutherford Lane
Preferred Qualifications

• Comfortable with evaluating information and making decisions based all relevant data
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.
• Self-starter and work efficiently and effectively as an individual or in a team
• Bilingual
• Excellent interpersonal, and verbal / written communication skills
• Extreme attention to detail and high level of accuracy with effective organizational skills

Duties, Functions And Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Processes documents. Monitors/tracks task completion. Work with internal and external customers. Determines resource requirements. Coordinates resources to support operations. Creates and accurately maintains documents, records and reports. Conducts research and compiles data/documentation. Transports and/or accompanies program/event participants. Anticipates problems and resolves issues.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to show empathy to distressed individuals and skill in reacting sensitively to the needs of others.
• Ability to manage conflicts and concerns.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to recognize and recommend process improvement.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Ability to interact professionally with diverse individuals.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees and the public.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical information.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Briefly summarize your experience and interest in this position.

• Yes
• No
• This position requires Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years experience in a field related to the job. Any combination of education and/or work experience will substitute for minimum qualifications. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

(Open Ended Question)

• Yes
• Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
• No

Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Resume Optional Documents