Special Assistant (Homeland Security Training Facility Director)

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Date Posted 06/25/26

Applications Due07/09/26

Vacancy ID218574

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AgencyHomeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of

TitleSpecial Assistant (Homeland Security Training Facility Director)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 5%

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

County Oneida

Street Address 5900 Airport Road.

Building 5

City Oriskany

StateNY

Zip Code13424

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 Divisions 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 Bachelors degree and seven years* of progressive professional experience in comprehensive training program development and execution, encompassing:·Strategic needs assessment and analysis to identify critical skill gaps and training requirements.

• Design and development of innovative curricula aligned with organizational objectives and evolving industry standards.
• Effective delivery of diverse training modalities to varied audiences, ensuring knowledge transfer and skill acquisition.
• Oversight and management of large-scale training programs, including resource allocation, performance monitoring, and quality assurance.

A minimum of two years of this experience must have been at a managerial level, demonstrating leadership in directing training initiatives, supervising staff, and contributing to strategic training planning.

• Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associates degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelors degree; J.D. or masters degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized 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.

Name Human Resources/RD

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 218574 in the subject line of your application email to HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov.

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