Food Security and Livelihood Coordinator
Solidarités International
Nairobi, Kenya
Salary: See posting
Closing Date: November 3, 2011
This position develops food security strategies for victims of war or natural disaster. Responsibilities include drafting project proposals, supporting fundraising and negotiation activities, leading workshops, and organizing food security initiatives. A bachelor’s degree, five years of NGO experience, and at least two years of experience in food security are required. Fluency in French and technical knowledge of agriculture and veterinary services are preferred.
Natural Resource Protection Planner
Oregon Department of Forestry
Klamath Falls, Oregon
Salary: $38,820 to $56,592
Closing Date: October 31, 2011
This position plans and implements fire, prevention, and private forest program activities. Responsibilities include coordinating wildland fire response, analyzing wildfire statistical data, applying for grants, and monitoring expenditures. Applicants must be able to work in smoke, heat, inclement weather, and rough terrain. Two years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in natural resources are required.
Professional Research Assistant
University of Colorado, Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position will manage the coastal and deep ocean water-level data for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Geophysical Data Center. Responsibilities include developing products that support improved tsunami warning and community resiliency, building national and international collaboration, and authoring peer-reviewed articles and technical reports. A master’s degree in oceanography, at least four years of experience, and the ability to develop computer programs are required.
Catastrophe Modeler
Risk Management Solutions
Newark, California
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position will develop risk analyses for areas vulnerable to earthquakes or terrorist attacks. Responsibilities include developing human casualty forecasting models, conducting literature searches, preparing reports and presentations, and developing marketing initiatives. A master’s degree in health sciences and experience with data analysis are required. Experience with forecasting models and with the insurance and financial industries is preferred.
Regional Disaster Preparedness Coordinator
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Raleigh, North Carolina
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position works with regional healthcare facilities and agencies to plan, organize, and implement disaster response plans. Applicant must be a registered nurse or paramedic and have an associate’s degree in health care or emergency management. At least three years of experience with disaster preparedness and response and demonstrated success in writing and securing grant funding are required.
Emergency Management Associate
IEM
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
Salary: Not Posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position assists clients in developing or updating emergency plans and ensures plans meet federal, state, and local regulations. Responsibilities include presenting technical information to non-technical audiences, speaking to groups of emergency managers or homeland security personnel, researching regulatory guides, and writing clear, concise technical reports. A bachelor’s degree in emergency management, one year of experience, and the ability to travel for up to 30 days at a time are required. Project management skills and familiarity with federal planning requirements are preferred.
Assistant Professor
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas
Salary: Not posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position will teach introductory, advanced undergraduate, and graduate classes in the political science department. The ideal candidate will specialize in emergency management and must be able to teach research methods and statistics. A PhD and willingness to teach online are required. Experience with grant writing, teaching, and applied work in emergency management is preferred.