Disaster Preparedness Program Representative 1 (NY HELPS)
Homeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of · Albany · New York
- Role
- Program manager
- Posted
- Apr 27, 2026
- Closes
- Aug 31, 2026
- Salary
- $53,764 to $68,630 Annually
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Summary
This position supports the New York State Watch Center, a 24/7 emergency operations facility within the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. The incumbent prepares operational briefings, monitors incidents affecting New York State, communicates with state and federal partners, and serves as the first point of contact for agencies during emergencies and disasters. The role includes shift work (day, evening, or night), approximately 10% travel, and may require deployment to the State Emergency Operations Center during activations.
Key qualifications
- Four years of emergency management experience in coordinating preparedness programs, emergency management planning, or incident response operations
- Ability to gather and analyze information to produce briefings and reports for timely incident response decisions
- Experience representing an agency in an Emergency Operations Center or supporting position in the Incident Command System
- Valid New York State Driver's License or demonstrated capacity to meet transportation needs
- Associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; bachelor's degree or higher may substitute for all four years
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