Performs work of moderate difficulty. Plans, supervises, and evaluates agency operational programs and administrative systems on a statewide basis. Responsible for developing standing operating procedures for assigned program, making staff assignments, evaluating program effectiveness, evaluating and directing state level emergency response activities, providing ongoing administrative training and technical guidance to local governments, recommending equipment purchases, and statewide information system development and maintenance. Duties may include the management of agency grant programs. Work affects the agency's ability to meet varied statewide demands in preparation for, response to, and recovery from, emergencies.
Sound decisions enhance the operational efficiency and financial status of the agency.
Failure to develop appropriate and responsive procedures, properly train and supervise staff, or properly direct emergency operations could endanger ultimately the lives and property of Virginia citizens. None identified for this class. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience. It replaces the Emergency Services Operations Officer class.