Emergency Preparedness Public Information Officer
Bismark Department of Public Health
Bismark, North Dakota
Salary: $45,843 to $51,563
Closing Date: October 23, 2012

This position is responsible for creating materials to increase awareness of emergency preparedness, communicating regional disaster information, and developing communication policies. At least three years of experience or a bachelor’s in communication or a related field, effective speaking skills, and an understanding of media relations are required.


Disaster Recovery Contract Specialist
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency
Framingham, Massachusetts
Salary: $41,184 to $59,259
Closing Date: October 24, 2012

This position is responsible for assisting during disaster recovery and coordinating applications to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Public Assistance Grant program. Duties include coordinating with grant recipients on necessary documentation, providing administrative support to disaster recovery programs, and acting as a liaison between FEMA and grant recipients, when necessary. A degree in business or public administration, two years of experience, and the ability to travel are required.


Emergency Response Specialist
Shell
Convent, Louisiana
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: October 28, 2012

This position is responsible for developing emergency response plans and assuring fire protection for the Shell site in Convent, Louisiana. Duties include supervising emergency incidents, coordinating response teams, managing and deploying response equipment, and coordinating emergency training and exercises. A bachelor’s degree in fire science, five years of emergency response leadership experience, and NIMS certifications are required.


Fire Prevention Specialist
City of Newport Beach
Newport Beach, California
Salary: $66,851 to $94,057
Closing Date: October 31, 2012

This position is responsible for supporting the Life Safety Services Division of the Newport Beach Fire Department. Duties include code enforcement, conducting field inspections, and organizing community outreach activities. Knowledge of accepted safety standards, experience interpreting and applying safety codes, and three or more years of experience in fire and life safety are required.


Director
Multnomah County Office of Emergency Management
Portland, Oregon
Salary: $95,000 to $117,000
Closing Date: November 2, 2012

This position leads county staff as they prepare for and respond to disasters and emergencies. Duties include working with complex and highly public issues, creating strategic partnerships, and maintaining a regional approach to emergencies. A bachelor’s degree, four years of experience, and experience with emergency management principles are required. Emergency management certification is preferred.


Assistant Professor of Architectural Engineering
University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled

This tenure-track position will serve in the structural engineering group of the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering. Duties include graduate and undergraduate teaching, complementing existing research in earthquake engineering, and developing funded research programs. A PhD in engineering or a related discipline is required.