______________________________________________________________________
Pioneer Trails RPC is Currently Accepting Applicants for Homeland Security Planner Position
Classification: Non-Exempt
Nature of Work
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Homeland Security Planner is responsible for the day-today operation and coordination of planning efforts related to MO-Office of Homeland Security (OHS), Regional Homeland Security Oversite Committee (RHSOC) grant applications, and administration, Committee and Sub-commitment preparations, and scheduling. This is a part-time, 20 hour per week position.
Responsibilities performed on a daily/weekly/quarterly and or annually basis include:
- Provide information and programs on current Homeland Security issues and opportunities facing local governments.
- Develop and implement, training programs to meet federal, and state opportunities concerning Homeland Security Grant Applications; implementing MO-OHS, Department of Public Safety (DPS) grant programs; preparing progress reports, Request for Proposals and regional newspaper advertisements.
- Effectively communicate training and funding opportunities to regional agencies in a timely manner.
- Monitor annual updates to the Tactical Interoperability Communication (TIC) member county plans.
- Serve as a liaison between Pioneer Trails Regional Planning Commission, state, and local member governments, agencies working with Homeland Security, CEDS issues, and transportation safety.
- Provide administrative support to Pioneer Trails RPC and the Region Homeland Security Oversight Committee by creating meeting agendas, minutes, and other materials required to ensure productive committee meetings; coordinate the meeting/conference calendar.
- Monitor annual updates to the Homeland Security THIRA Plan.
- Maintain a current e-mail list of necessary contacts.
- Perform Equipment and grant tracking inventory assessments both for Homeland Security and the RPC.
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of the Pioneer Trails Regional Planning Commission are expected to perform tasks as assigned by the executive director.
Qualifications
Applicant must possess strong writing skills, an eye for detail, and an ability to plan and coordinate. A strong interest in improving regional emergency capabilities and access to necessary operating equipment, an ability to work well with people and excellent communication skills. Applicant must be self-motivated, knowledgeable about regional issues, have a working knowledge of the Pioneer Trails Region and able to work independently. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office product line is required. Preference will be given to applicants with direct, recent, verifiable experience in administration. Must possess the ability to work well with co-workers, commissioners, city staff and the desire to work in a team atmosphere. Two years of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required Professional Certification in Office Support Services or equivalent. Must possess a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.
Physical Requirements
Constant use of hands and arms to type and write in order to complete necessary paperwork. Must be able to drive and/or ride long distance; nighttime driving is necessary. Must be able to converse in English by phone and in person with the public. Diction must be clear and audible for presentations. Must be able to sit long periods of time. Must be able to lift boxes and displays weighing approximately 15-35 pounds. Must be able to kneel to go through files in lower-level cabinets. Must be able to visit various municipalities throughout the region. Must be able to travel overnight alone.
Completed applications and resumes can be emailed to Chris@trailsrpc.org or faxed to 660-463-7944. Applications can also be hand delivered to the Pioneer Trails office located at 802 S Gordon St. Room 102, Concordia, MO 64020.
PTRPC programs do not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color or national origin, according to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. For more information or to obtain a Title VI Complaint Form, Click here or call (660)-463-7934.