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Health Analyst III – Exercise Coordinator
PROGRAM: Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:
The Rhode Island Department of Health is seeking an Exercise Coordinator to work as part of the Center for Emergency
Preparedness and Response (CEPR) to accomplish drill and exercise program requirements for public health preparedness in
accordance with the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP). This position will be responsible for
developing, conducting, and evaluating drills and exercises related to public health emergency preparedness and response
efforts; recommending improvements (policy, infrastructure, training and equipment) pursuant to lessons learned through drills
and exercises; integrating drills/exercises into Rhode Island’s 3-Year Training and Exercise Plan; compiling reports using
collected data in a manner consistent with federal/state guidelines; maintaining effective working relationships with state and
local leaders and responders; planning and project management; developing and tracking budgets and expenditures for all
exercises, providing leadership in the development and implementation of blended learning/delivery methodologies for
responder education. Requires participation in 24/7/365 on-call coverage schedule for CEPR and participation in
drills/exercises and real-life responses, which may occur on nights, weekends, and holidays.
Interagency Impact: Supports statewide emergency preparedness activities in coordination with Rhode Island Emergency
Management Agency (RIEMA) and other municipal Emergency Management Agencies under the state Emergency Operations
Plan.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree from a college of recognized standing.
Experience: Employment in a professional position requiring strong program and administrative management skills, preferably
in the field of public health.
Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially similar to the above education and experience.
Preferred Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Ability to work well under pressure;
3 years experience in Emergency Management a plus;
Previous experience with exercise and training design a plus;
Understanding of ICS and NIMS;
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office preferred;
Excellent meeting and time management skills are a plus
COMPENSATION:
Rate of Pay: $29.82 per hour
Position Type: Full-time; 35 hours/week (no benefits or paid time off)
PROGRAM: Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:
The Rhode Island Department of Health is seeking an Exercise Coordinator to work as part of the Center for Emergency
Preparedness and Response (CEPR) to accomplish drill and exercise program requirements for public health preparedness in
accordance with the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP). This position will be responsible for
developing, conducting, and evaluating drills and exercises related to public health emergency preparedness and response
efforts; recommending improvements (policy, infrastructure, training and equipment) pursuant to lessons learned through drills
and exercises; integrating drills/exercises into Rhode Island’s 3-Year Training and Exercise Plan; compiling reports using
collected data in a manner consistent with federal/state guidelines; maintaining effective working relationships with state and
local leaders and responders; planning and project management; developing and tracking budgets and expenditures for all
exercises, providing leadership in the development and implementation of blended learning/delivery methodologies for
responder education. Requires participation in 24/7/365 on-call coverage schedule for CEPR and participation in
drills/exercises and real-life responses, which may occur on nights, weekends, and holidays.
Interagency Impact: Supports statewide emergency preparedness activities in coordination with Rhode Island Emergency
Management Agency (RIEMA) and other municipal Emergency Management Agencies under the state Emergency Operations
Plan.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree from a college of recognized standing.
Experience: Employment in a professional position requiring strong program and administrative management skills, preferably
in the field of public health.
Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially similar to the above education and experience.
Preferred Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Ability to work well under pressure;
3 years experience in Emergency Management a plus;
Previous experience with exercise and training design a plus;
Understanding of ICS and NIMS;
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office preferred;
Excellent meeting and time management skills are a plus
COMPENSATION:
Rate of Pay: $29.82 per hour
Position Type: Full-time; 35 hours/week (no benefits or paid time off)