Division Chief, Homeland Security (Program Manager III)

Executive Service

State Highway Administration

Division Chief, Homeland Security (Program Manager III)

Grade 21 (5478) SP# 26-47-01

*This position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority*

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd

The State Highway Administration (SHA) Office of Homeland Security and Occupational Safety is seeking to fill an executive service position for a Division Chief, Homeland Security (Program Manager III) in Anne Arundel County. This position is open to anyone who meets the preferred qualifications below.

Nature of Work: This position serves as the Homeland Security Division Chief in the Office of Homeland Security and Occupational Safety (OHSOS), overseeing and coordinating all aspects of emergency management and homeland security within SHA. Key responsibilities include managing SHA's homeland security grant program, organizing and delivering certification training, and preparing comprehensive emergency operations plans and related documentation. The Division Chief leads and supervises personnel in the Homeland Security Division, acts as a liaison to the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) during emergencies, and coordinates with Maryland's Coordinated Analysis Center (MCAC). Additionally, this position directs SHA's participation in homeland security and emergency management exercises and drills, represents SHA on various councils, and orchestrates resource assistance to other agencies during emergencies. The Division Chief also serves as SHA's representative at federal, state, and regional committees for Homeland Security and Emergency Management, prepares and disseminates weather-related forecast discussions, and reviews relevant policies and procedures.

The Division Chief manages the development of SHA's Continuity of Operations Plan and leads the SHA Statewide COOP Team, overseeing the compilation of documentation required for federal regulations. This role coordinates SHA's homeland security and emergency responses with local, state, and federal agencies and manages the Capital Fund 75 Emergency Fund. The Division Chief also supervises contract management for outsourced security guard services at the headquarters and Hanover Complex and serves as the Office of Homeland Security and Occupational Safety's Fleet Manager. Additionally, this position oversees OHSOS's IT operations, including access card reader approvals, facility Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) operations and repairs, and the monitoring and authorized review of stored video. The Division Chief is responsible for ongoing facility security assessments at all SHA statewide facilities.

MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide.

Preferred Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six (6) years of experience in security management, law enforcement, or emergency management.

Selective Qualification: Three (3) years of experience involving homeland security or similar high-level security advisor role with strategic and planning perspective National Incident Management System training in Incident Command Center levels 100, 200, 700, & 800.

Candidates must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Maryland. All applicants must list their license number and expiration date on the application.

Special Requirements:

To Apply: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application.

Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.

If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties.

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Administration at the number(s) listed below:
410-545-5554

The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

The State of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.

The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554.