Climate Preparation Program Manager
Resources Innovation Group Climate Leadership Initiative (CLI)
Eugene, Oregon
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing Date: April 24, 2009
This position will expand the CLI National Climate Preparation Program by building local capacity to design climate change adaptation strategies. An advanced degree in emergency management, planning, or related field, as well as entrepreneurial and development experience addressing ecological, economic, and social problems, are required.
Director of Wind/Wave Tunnel Facility
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position will establish research programs in wind engineering, pursue funding, manage wind tunnel operations, and teach related courses. Candidate must have a PhD in wind engineering or a related.
Head of Regional Office
United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction
Panama City, Panama
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: April 19, 2009
This position will include international and regional policy coordination and advocacy that promotes synergy between disaster risk reduction strategies and humanitarian organizations. A master’s degree in business administration, economics, the social or natural sciences, or another field emphasizing development and risk management issues, ten years of professional experience, and fluency in English and Spanish are required.
Reporting Intern
ACTED
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Salary: $300 per month, plus accommodations, food, and travel costs
Closing Date: April 27, 2009
This position collects and synthesizes field data and draft reports, assists in developing project proposals, and acts as a liaison to program partners. A postgraduate degree in journalism, international relations, or relevant field is required.
Fire Program Specialist, GS-13
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Emmitsburg, Maryland
Salary: $86,927 to $113,007
Closing Date: April 21, 2009
This position oversees the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS), ensures compliance with NFIRS standards, maintains National Fire Center databases, and distributes NFIRS data to the public. One of year experience equivalent to GS-12 is required.
Public Health Emergency Preparedness Liaison
Oregon Department of Human Services
Bend, Oregon
Salary: $49,068 to $71,820
Closing Date: April 27, 2009
This position serves as the emergency preparedness contact for multiple counties. Duties include providing public health emergency planning and response, developing local and regional emergency exercises, and monitoring preparedness budgets. A bachelor’s degree in business, the social sciences, or a related field and four years of human services or public health experience are required.
Emergency Services Coordinator
City of Berkeley
Berkeley, California
Salary: $74,496 to $88,464
Closing Date: May 4, 2009
This position plans, organizes, and coordinates fire department emergency management and disaster mitigation, develops emergency response plans, and implements preparedness, public education, and training programs. A bachelor’s degree in emergency management, public policy, or a related field and two years of professional emergency management experience are required.
Seismic Risk Analyst
WeatherPredict Consulting
Raleigh, North Carolina
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position develops perspectives on seismic risk worldwide, including reviewing existing risk models for consistency with current science, supporting development of analytical tools, and reporting on risk and seismic events. A master’s degree in geophysical or engineering science and three years of industry experience are required.