Oxford County
Emergency Management Agency
PO Box 179, 26 Western Avenue
South Paris ME 04281
Ph 207-743-6336 FAX 207-743-7346
oxctyema@megalink.net
Office hours: Monday through Friday 8am-4pm
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Local Emergency Management Director Job DescriptionNature of Work: Under the direction of the Town Manager, plans, organizes and directs Emergency Management programs for the Town of _________________: acts as the community manager’s representative on all Emergency Management matters: coordinates activities of the local Emergency Management Agency (EMA) with other local agencies having Emergency Management responsibilities. Typical Duties: Directs the planning, organizing and carrying out of local Emergency Management activities, conferring as necessary with Oxford County and State Emergency Management Agencies and with neighboring local EMA agencies to assure that its activities are an integral and coordinated part of the Overall County and State programs. Keeps the Town Manager or Selectpersons fully informed on all Emergency Management matters and acts as his/her representative in dealing with other governmental and private organizations concerned with Emergency Management. Directs a public information program to keep all residents of the local jurisdiction informed about EMA activities. Provides periodic written update of major activities including news articles for the local paper. Establishes, maintains, and runs the local Emergency Operations Center. Directs a training program to prepare the Emergency Management organization for emergency operations. Attends County EMA training courses and workshops. Secures and maintains information regarding facilities and resources of the local jurisdiction and neighboring mutual aid jurisdiction for use in emergency situations. Attends Local EMA Director’s Meetings sponsored by the Oxford County EMA and provides the County EMA with reports and or local information. Advises the Town Manager of needs of the EMA: prepares the agency budget. Requirements: Initiative and imagination Knowledge of the structure, functions, and interrelationships of State and local governments. Knowledge of methods of organization, planning, management, and supervision. Knowledge of background and objectives of Federal, State, County, and Local Emergency Management programs. Ability to deal effectively with State, County, and other local government officials. Ability to evaluate situations and exercise good judgment in making decisions. Desirable Experience and Training A commitment to a continuing education and training is crucial to the director’s effective management of local EMA program. Military or civil emergency response experience is helpful. Other useful skill/knowledge
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