Homeland Security Grant Monitor - DHS - Division of Emergency Management - Kanawha Co.
State of West Virginia
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Homeland Security Training and Exercise Coordinator-Division of Emergency Management-Kanawha Co.
State of West Virginia
DHS - Division of Emergency Management
Location
West Virginia, 25305
Salary
$39,461 - $68,582
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 7, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This role involves planning, organizing, and managing training programs focused on emergency preparedness and homeland security for the state of West Virginia.
The coordinator develops course materials, handles budgets and logistics, tracks student records, and ensures compliance with national standards while supervising instructors and collaborating with stakeholders.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in adult education or training coordination who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment supporting public safety and emergency response.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university
- Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in adult training or classroom teaching
- Experience managing a personnel training budget
- Knowledge of the National Qualification System (NQS) and National Preparedness System (NPS)
- Proficiency in administering a Learning Management System (LMS) and maintaining training records
- Ability to review and approve training applications and ensure compliance with federal grant guidance
- Strong skills in strategic planning, supervision of contractors, and stakeholder liaison activities
Full Job Description
***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. ***
This position will develop course content and identify objectives. Schedule courses and coordinate logistical support. Develop and adhere to budgets. Evaluate course instructor and maintain list of qualified instructions. Recommend purchase of training materials, equipment, and supplies. Define certification standards in compliance with the National Qualification System (NQS). Conduct regional and statewide workshops related to all aspects of the National Preparedness System (NPS). Act as primary administrator of State Learning Management System (LMS) database. Responsible for and maintenance of all student training records/transcripts. Track compliance with training certifications. Reviews/approves applications submitted for National Training and Education Division (NTED). Reviews/approves applications for attending Emergency Management Institute (EMI) courses. Reviews/approves direct delivery course applications submitted by local jurisdictions for in-state training. Review federal grant guidance to ensure compliance with all requirements related to training. Attend meetings with stakeholders and provide liaison activities and technical consultation. Travel and attend meetings, conferences, and seminars, both in and out of state. Supervise and review work of training contractors and adjunct instructors. Responsible for strategic planning, goal and objective setting for the training programs. Prepare reports and special projects as requested by agency leadership. Facilitate ad hoc work teams assigned with providing input into program direction or accomplishing program tasks.
1 Vacancy
Kanawha County
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Qualifications
Training: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four year college or university.Substitution: 1) Associate's degree from a regionally accredited college or university plus two additional years, than listed below, of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in adult training or classroom teaching that includes managing a personnel training budget. OR 2) Additional experience as described below may be substituted for the training on a year-for-year basis.
Experience: Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in adult training or classroom teaching that includes managing a personnel training budget.
Special Requirement: This is a security sensitive position. Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation and submit to a drug screening as a condition of employment.
***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
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