SC&A is seeking a  qualified Emergency Management Analyst to support FEMA’s Chemical, Biological, Nuclear Radiological and Explosive (CBNRE) program by providing mission related support for various government teams and program initiatives.  Work will include research, analysis, writing, meeting support, and potentially include training, exercise, outreach, and related professional services activities.  Position also includes helping other clients with resiliency and emergency management initiatives, including, but not limited to preparedness, continuity, response, recovery, mitigation, and evaluation activities. 

This is an on-site position. Work will primarily be in an office environment at SC&A facilities or working on-site at partner and client locations within the National Capital Region (NCR).  Some travel may be required.

Daily Responsibilities

The candidate will provide analytical and related capabilities associated with CBNRE hazards in the areas of public/responder education/information; response management; response and recovery capability assessment, policy/doctrine, capability-based assessments, and implementation plans to support CBRNE response and recovery including, including but necessary limited to assisting with program management and technical support to FEMA’s CBRNE Office; the evaluation of plans, policies, procedure, training, and exercises to enhance FEMA’s CBRNE capabilities; coordinating with applicable intra and inter agency stakeholders to establish public education regarding appropriate safety actions in response to CBNRE incidents and establish post-incident risk communication initiatives for the public and first responders following such incidents; provide collaborative Federal-level technical assistance in the development and/or refinement of comprehensive plans, policies, and procedures for response and recovery to the effects of incidents involving CBRNE weapons or materials; and support capability-based assessments of the requirements associated with response and recovery operations to CBRNE incidents.  In addition, candidate will support regular stakeholder workshops, meetings, and seminars/conferences in support of FEMA CBRNE program activities and support training and exercise related activities as directed by client, amongst other activities.

Desired Skills and Capabilities

The qualified candidate will possess:

• Strong written and oral communications skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

• Have a positive and enthusiastic attitude

• Demonstrated experience in conducting independent research

• Adept analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong understanding of hazardous materials with the ability to apply methodologies in the context of CBRNE risk, protection, resiliency, applications, preparedness, planning, response, recovery, and mitigation.

• Individuals who possess the following certifications will be viewed favorably:

• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

  Requirements

• US Citizen

• Must live in the National Capital Region

• College degree, preferably in a scientific and/or emergency management field

• Five (5) or more years of experience in homeland security, continuity of operations and exercise planning

• Must possess Secret Clearance, at minimum

• Must have experience related to CBRN science, policy, planning and/or response

• Ability to handle confidential information

  SC&A is an employee-owned company with headquarters in Arlington, VA and offices in Chapel Hill, NC and Germantown, MD . The company provides environmental and energy consulting services to the federal government, other government agencies, and commercial clients.

  Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes teamwork and a focus on client satisfaction.

  SC&A benefits include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, basic personal accident insurance, access to a 529 saving plan, and basic life insurance. New full-time employees accrue a minimum of 15 days of paid time off (PTO) per year (number of days is dependent on years of experience) and the company recognizes 11 holidays. Employees are  eligible for a 401K and a profit-sharing plan that typically provides an amount equal to 5% of your salary directly into your 401K account. The company benefits are effective on your first day of employment. 

  SC&A does not accept third-party applications or agency inquiries. Phone calls are not accepted for any position.

  Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. SC&A maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. Candidates are required to pass a background screening prior to employment.

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