AFO is looking for an Emergency Management Specialist to work in Piketon, OH. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Under general supervision, performs Emergency Management job functions as assigned by management. Typical job responsibilities include providing expertise and guidance in all aspects of Emergency Planning, Preparedness, and Execution, developing and maintaining emergency response teams and communication plans, planning and executing emergency drills, and ensuring compliance to internal and external regulatory requirements. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:

• Participates in the planning, development, implementation, surveillance and maintenance of a site-wide Emergency Management Program
• Assists in the development of Corrective Action Plans for identified program deficiencies
• Collaborates with external agencies and third-party vendors
• Conducts risks/threat vulnerability studies and impact assessments
• Provides insight into evaluation and selection of tools and equipment
• Provides guidance to ensure compliance with company, state and federal safety policies and regulations. Participate in emergency preparedness training, drill, and exercise program
• Maintain qualification as an Emergency Response Organization (ERO) responder
• Maintain all performance assurance related records, forms, databases, reports, and documentation
• Research, collect data, prepare and compile complex reports and documents, for management review using input from multiple sources and on short notice
• Very knowledgeable of NRC, DOE, OSHA and other applicable, state and local regulations
• Performs duties moderately complex in nature
• Other job-related duties as assigned
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner
• Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

• BA/BS degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 5 - 8 years
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software
• Must currently possess a DOE “L” or able to obtain a DOE "L" clearance

Working Conditions:

• Work in an office at a normal environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities or industrial field environments). May also work at off-project sites representing the organization at various types of locations throughout the community for business purposes. Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.
• Ability to perform sedentary to light work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds requires usage of a two person “buddy system”), non-repetitive, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.
• Ability to perform primary office duties including heavy computer usage.
• In some cases, radiological training may be required.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.