While freezing rain is not an uncommon Canadian experience, the ice storm that hit eastern Ontario, Quebec, and New Brunswick was exceptional. At this Web site, Environment Canada senior climatologist and resident climate expert, David Phillips, provides his analysis of Ice Storm '98, along with much background information. That site includes lists of events, reports, publications, data, images, and links to sites that deal with weather extremes. Bachelor degree with a minimum of five years in supervisory and administrative positions. Must receive American Red Cross accreditation at the instructor level in a disaster services discipline within one year and reach the coordinator level in that function within two years.
Salary commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefit package.
They work for the FEMA Regional Directors in each of the FEMA Regional Offices. Call me if you have questions. These positions are developmental in nature, allowing the employee to take on progressively higher level duties. Responsibilities may involve working closely with other federal, state, and local governments and the private sector where FEMA is the central point of contact for a wide range of emergency management activities. The agency is dedicated to working closely with members of the emergency management community to improve the nation's preparedness and increase its ability to respond to emergencies of all types.