An employee in this class is responsible for the development of plans, standards and procedures for training appropriate to the needs of the Emergency Management Office and local Emergency Preparedness organizations. The employee is responsible for establishing and maintaining training programs appropriate to the various functions of the department. Work is performed under the direction of an administrative supervisor and is reviewed through observation and examination of written reports. * Does related work as required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Selects, plans for and supervises the training of local Emergency Preparedness organizations in subjects such as radiation detection, rescue and emergency medical services; * Reviews the quality and adequacy of training programs periodically to improve their effectiveness; * Maintains liaison with other emergency preparedness services and public and private agencies and coordinates the development of their operational procedures and the training of their personnel in emergency preparedness operations to achieve good coverage and effective performance in time of disaster; * Advises the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner on the selection and implementation of training courses. Benefits For You Now And Your Future * Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage * Pension * Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays. * Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance. Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers. * This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time Sponsorship is not available for this role Salary Range: $ 61,309 OPEN COMPETITIVE Completion of sixty (60) credits from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State, and two (2) years of paid experience in developing and conducting emergency services, public safety and/or security training programs, one year of which must have been in a public agency. ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS: * Thorough knowledge of methods and techniques of organizing and conducting public information training courses * Good knowledge of Emergency Preparedness procedures and practices * Ability to develop instructional materials for an effective training program * Ability to promote Emergency Preparedness programs to gain public acceptance * Ability to speak clearly and effectively before an audience * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, community leaders and volunteer groups * Ability to compile and maintain statistical and written reports and records * Ability to analyze facts, arrive at sound conclusions and make recommendations * Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Suffolk County's Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: * Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan. * We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices. * We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices. Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.