Job Title
Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
Department
Health
Division/Work Unit
Emergency Medical Services
Bargaining Unit
CSEA
Salary
Job Group 09
Starting salary for external candidates: $55, 590. (Non-Negotiable)
Employment Type
Full-Time
Appointment Type
Temporary
Shift
Monday through Friday 8:00AM – 4:00PM
Location
Emergency Medical Services – 500 Commerce Dr., Amherst, NY 14228
Distinguishing Features of the Class
The work involves planning and implementing a comprehensive system for public health medical emergencies. This position would be responsible for the coordination of POD’s (Point of Dispensary) as well as general training and preparation for Public Health Emergency Medical Services and the necessary deliverables unique to the implementation of appropriate response efforts as required by the Erie County Department of Health Emergency Medical Services division. The incumbent enters, compiles and maintains supply chain and related data utilizing spreadsheets and electronic data applications. The incumbent utilizes data reports to identify and resolve or assist in the resolution of issues disrupting supply chain operations. This position reports to a higher-level administrator within the Emergency Management Services Division. Supervision is exercised over lower level staff. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities
- Plans, coordinates and implements instructions for Emergency Medical Services staff to assist with the planning and coordination of public health initiatives and emergency response efforts within the Western New York region;
- Keeps current on new developments within the technological field to assist in the advancement of coordination of public health emergency preparedness and response;
- Oversees, supervises and coordinates lower-level staff schedules, assignments and required resources;
- Conducts planning meetings to assess issues and needs, and develop strategies to ensure best practices are adhered to;
Minimum Qualifications
A.) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in a health or human service field and three (3) years of experience in public health education, managed health care field or emergency management position and one (1) year of which must have included experience in receiving, distribution, warehousing, wholesale, logistics, supply chain, materials management processes, inventory processing or control, front-end retail coordination or other comparable service line, of which included experience in utilizing electronic data management applications**; or
B.) Completion of 60 credit hours in a health or human service field and five (5) years of experience in public health education, managed health care field or emergency management position and one (1) year of which must have included experience in receiving, distribution, warehousing, wholesale, logistics, supply chain, materials management processes, inventory processing or control, front-end retail coordination or other comparable service line, of which included experience in utilizing electronic data management applications**; or
C.) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).
Special Requirements
Must complete the following National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) training courses within six (6) months of appointment:
An Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS 100)
An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (IS0700)
National Response Framework, An Introduction (IS0800)
Must complete NIMS Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response (IS0200) course within one year of appointment;
Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver’s License and have a car available for use.
Criminal Background Check
In accordance with New York State law, a criminal background check may be conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made. A prior conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment, unless required by law or directly related to the duties of the position. Certain positions may be subject to additional background screening based on statutory or regulatory requirements.
Remote Work Eligibility
This position is not eligible for remote work under any circumstances. The duties of this role require full-time, on-site presence.
Diversity Statement
Erie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Visa Sponsorship
Erie County does not sponsor employment-based visa status for any position. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
This position is classified within the competitive class of the New York State Civil Service system and, as such, is subject to the examination and appointment requirements prescribed by Civil Service Law. Permanent appointment will be contingent upon success in a future civil service examination and subsequent placement on the resulting eligible list. Being reachable on the eligible list does not guarantee permanent appointment. Appointments will be made in accordance with the New York State Civil Service Law, including “Rule-of-Three”.
This Notice Will be posted for the period: Through and Including
June 23, 2025 - July 7, 2025
PLEASE REPLY IN WRITING (RESUME/TRANSCRIPT) TO: Melissa Calhoun, 500 Commerce Dr. Amherst, NY 14228 OR EMAIL MELISSA.CALHOUN@ERIE.GOV