Position Information

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AgencyHomeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of

TitleHomeland Security Training Facility Director

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade664

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Oneida

Street Address 5900 Airport Road.,

Building 5

City Oriskany

StateNY

Zip Code13424

Job Specifics

Duties Description Reporting to the Executive Deputy Director of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, the Director of the Homeland Security Training Facility leads all aspects of programmatic development, course delivery, and operational management of the State Preparedness Training Center (SPTC). This role ensures the SPTC provides world-class training to diverse emergency responder communities.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Staff and Resource Management: Overseeing SPTC personnel, equipment, and resources to facilitate exceptional training.

· Strategic Planning and Operations: Developing and implementing comprehensive plans for staffing, equipment, security, and overall Center operations, aligning with Division and New York State policies.

· Program Development: Directing training needs assessments, curriculum development, and the delivery of residential and mobile courses, ensuring alignment with executive goals.

· Instructional Excellence: Ensuring high-quality instruction through the selection and management of qualified instructors, role players, and support staff.

· Marketing and Public Relations: Collaborating with the Division's Public Information Office and Executive team to develop and execute marketing and PR strategies for the Center.

· External Partnerships and Financial Management: Coordinating the use of the Center by state and non-state entities, managing the programmatic development team, preparing the annual budget, and overseeing all administrative operations.

· Operational Flexibility: May be required to work overtime, including nights and weekends, as dictated by operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications TRANSFER:
Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b/c service in a position for transfer under Section 52.6 as appropriate of the Civil Service Law.

52.7 NON-COMPETITIVE PROMOTION:
In accordance with Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law, if the number of qualified candidates who apply for the position is three or less, a permanent appointment can be made, at agency discretion, by non-competitive promotion of an applicant who meets the minimum qualifications. To qualify, you must be a permanent New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services employee and must have at least one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b/c service as a Homeland Security Training Facility Assistant Director and must not have failed the last two holdings of the promotion examination for the title listed above.

PROVISIONAL PENDING EXAM:
If a viable eligible list does not exist, a provisional appointment may be made in accordance with Civil Service Law. Candidates who accept a provisional appointment must take the next competitive examination and be reachable on the resultant eligible list to be considered for permanent appointment to the position. Please visit https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/ for additional information on state examinations.

The minimum qualifications for a provisional appointment are:
One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55b/c service as a Homeland Security Training Facility Assistant Director.

OPEN COMPETITIVE:
Eleven years of professional training experience, which includes performing needs assessments, preparing curricula, delivering training, and supervising a large training program. Two years of the experience must have been at a managerial level.

A bachelor's degree can substitute for four years of the general experience. A master's degree can substitute for an additional year of general experience.

Additional Comments NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties.

The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the NYS Human Rights Law, DHSES does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

DHSES is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace and is committed to providing our programs and services without discrimination.

In support of Executive Order 31, all qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources/JH

Telephone 518-486-5700

Fax 518-485-8432

Email Address HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, HRM

1220 Washington Ave., Bldg. 7A, 5th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID 208344 in the subject line of your application email to HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov.