DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) small business that brings the Spirit of Aloha to our employees. As part of the DAWSON "Ohana", you will be provided a best-in-class benefits program that strives to ensure our great people have peace of mind when it comes to health and wellness. For more information about DAWSON and our benefits programs, please visit www.dawson8a.com.

Summary: Incident Commander(s) will perform roles and responsibilities as a member of an incident management team in support of training and evaluations.

Job Description:

• Perform roles and duties as an IC in hazardous materials emergencies above the initial response and implement a National Incident Management System (NIMS)-based Incident Command System (ICS).

• IC for both single and unified commands.

• Responsible for providing direction and purpose to the Incident Command Staff and integrating military forces in support of the incident.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher in fire science, chemistry, engineering, business or related field of study.

• Successful completion of FEMA ICS 300 and ICS 400 courses.

• Possess five (5) years operational experience performing emergency response Incident Commander operations in metropolitan areas with more than 50,000-person population.

• Possess Hazardous Material First Responder Incident Commander Level certification. Incident commanders shall have received at least 24 hours of training equal to the first responder operations level and in addition have competency in the following areas:

  • Know and be able to implement the employer's incident command system.

  • Know how to implement the employer's emergency response plan.

  • Know and understand the hazards and risks associated with employees working in chemical protective clothing.

  • Know how to implement the local emergency response plan.

  • Know of the state emergency response plan and of the Federal Regional Response Team.

  • Know and understand the importance of decontamination procedures.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including: medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including: critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance; and an Employee Assistance Program.

DAWSON gives preference to Internal Candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.