| Post Code: D702 | |
| Announcement Number: LESP0961A | |
| Classification Number: X7002 | |
| Open: 03/04/2010 | |
| Close: 03/18/2010 | |
| Location: Salem | |
| Availability: Full Time | |
This full time position is with the Oregon State Police, Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS), located in Salem, Oregon. Those applicants who applied under LESP0961 do not need to reapply if qualified and accepted, as your application will be considered. Due to budgetary shortfalls, the person appointed to this position may be required to take unpaid furlough days between September 1, 2009 and June 30, 2011. This is a management service position and not represented by a union. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and may be used to fill future vacancies. Prior to being offered a position, finalists must pass a fingerprint-based security/criminal record background check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment. The circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered on a case by case basis. AGENCY OVERVIEW We are the provider of Premier Public Safety Services for Oregon each and every day. Our mission is to enhance the livability and safety for the State of Oregon by protecting the people, property, and natural resources of the State. The OSP workforce is comprised of more than 1,300 sworn and professional staff in the areas of patrol, criminal investigation, forensic services, medical examiner, state fire marshal, gaming regulation, fish and wildlife regulation, public safety communications, and information management with a biennial budget of approximately $325 million total funds. SCOPE OF POSITION The purpose of this position is to coordinate and manage daily operations (24x7) of the joint LEDS/OERS Operations Center. Responsibilities include assigning work, developing work procedures consistent with agency policy, establishing work schedules, and monitoring work performed by subordinates in order to meet established goals, objectives and target dates. Additional functions include producing program equipment and budgetary needs; evaluating the quality of customer service that staff provides; performing routine supervisory functions; conducting staff meetings; preparing instruction and training for line staff; and resolving disputes within the working unit. Coordinate and maintain a variety of resource lists, emergency operations plans, and databases in support of the joint LEDS/OERS Operations Center. Manage daily operations of the Operations Center which serves as a single point of contact to coordinate, and direct statewide emergency notifications and incident management to include homeland security alerts, advisories, and national and state threat level elevations (from the FBI Counter Terrorism Unit in Clarksburg, West VA, and from the Oregon Office of Public Safety and Security), the statewide Oregon AMBER Alert plan implementation, Governor’s Security Council, and Governor’s Emergency Response Team. Coordinate the preparation of operational procedures, reports, briefings, and situational reports for emergencies (hazard specific, emergency coordination center activations, homeland security emergencies, and other emergencies as the situation requires) for the Governor, Governor’s Security Council, Governor’s Emergency Response Team, Agency Director, federal, state, county and city emergency management agencies and first responder agencies and their staff. Will oversee LEDS network and other error conditions. Coordinates and performs diagnostic and test procedures; initiates system recovery or takes other corrective action to restore systems and equipment. Plan for, perform, and coordinate routine testing of computer hardware/software, radio/telecommunications equipment, and report problems encountered for repair to appropriate staff and/or maintenance facility. WORKING CONDITIONS May be required to travel to meet with law enforcement, emergency response or related groups to conduct or assist in investigations, training, or presentations. During an emergency, long work hours may be required. Restricted to work station for long periods. This position will be issued a pager and cell phone for quick response to emergencies at varied days /times, and to evaluate and/or provide assistance as required. Must function well under hectic and varied conditions. The environment is in an office type setting with controlled access and exposure to complex communications equipment and classified information. This position requires the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, sometimes within short time frames. The position demands for a wide variety of expertise and frequent contacts with customers, both internal and external. Exposure to moderate noise level caused by equipment and radio transmissions may occur. The person in this position works independently and may include shift work (weekends and holidays) as necessary to ensure shift requirements are met. Extended work hours may be required for shift coverage, emergencies, meetings, etc. TO QUALIFY Your PD100 application form will be reviewed to verify that you meet the qualifications and skills stated in this Section. To receive credit, in your own words your application form must include examples that clearly demonstrate that you have performed the skills and/or duties listed below. · five years of experience in lead work, supervision, staff-technical or professional-level work "related to Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) use, Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS) activities, 24 hour Emergency Operations Centers, Telecommunicator, Law Enforcement Officer, or any combination of this experience". This experience must have included participation in the management of a program, section, or unit including one or more of the following areas: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, or d) budget preparation. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent course work (144 quarter or 96 semester hours) in a field related to management such as Business or Public Administration; or a field related to (insert program specific to position/employing agency), may be substituted for up to three years of the required experience. In the "Work History" section on your application, you must clearly describe your experience in each of the a), b), c), d) areas listed. Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from further consideration. TEST SECTION You MUST answer the following question(s). Use a separate sheet of paper. Write down any work experience (paid or unpaid) and training that you have which is related to each question. Be sure that the job(s) where you gained the experience you describe in your answers are listed in the Work History section of your application form. Your grade will be based on your answers. If there are several parts to a question, answer each part separately. Number your answers to agree with the question. Attach the answer sheet to your application. Your application will not be accepted if it is incomplete. 1. Explain your experience in developing standard operating procedures for complex programs. Be specific in the types and complexity of the programs. 2. What experience do you have managing a critical customer service 7 x 24 operations center. 3. Explain your experience with Oregon's Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) and the Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS). Those ranking highest on the test will be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process. BENEFITS The State provides an excellent benefit and compensation package which includes:
TO APPLY Interested persons are asked to submit the following documents:
Applicants will be subject to a Computerized Criminal History and Driver/Motor Vehicle Services check as well as a thorough background investigation. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. As a Condition of Employment – Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with the 1988 Drug Free Workplace Act and Department Policy. NOTE: If you are a HIRE System candidate and you are interested in being considered for this position, you must: (a) complete the application process described in this recruitment announcement and (b) submit your completed application materials by the close date listed on this announcement to the address listed below. Please deliver, mail, or fax your materials to:
Human Resources 255 Capital St NE, 4th Floor Salem, OR 97310 Fax: 503-378-2360 Your application materials must be received by the close date and must be complete and legible. We are unable to acknowledge or verify receipt of applications due to the large volume of applications received. SUBMIT only the required materials – reference letters or work examples should be kept for interviews. KEEP a copy of your application for job interviews. COPIES ARE NOT PROVIDED. The pay on all announcements may change without notice. NOTICE of results will be sent by mail. Although agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of the results. Your request must be received within 10 days from the date of the notice. Additional information cannot be accepted. However, if the recruitment is still open, you may submit a new application which must be received in our office by the close date. For more information about Oregon State Police visit: http://egov.oregon.gov/OSP/
Oregon State Police is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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