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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNC EMPG Emerg Mgt Performance Grant application FY14TO: Local Emergency Management Coordinator FROM: Michael A. Sprayberry, Director DATE: October 2, 2013 SUBJECT: Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) FFY 2014 Funding You are invited to submit your application for the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) program funding for FFY 2014 (October 1, 2013 - September 30, 2015). There are two types of award amounts that will be made for this grant period. The first type is a Universal (Baseline) dollar amount based on a county population formula. Universal work activities for this baseline amount must be completed, verified and approved by your Branch Office prior to October 1, 2014. Failure to complete all Universal work activities will result in a penalty that will be assessed against your FFY 2015 EMPG funds. The second type of payment will be for approved Optional work activities, up to six (6), that your county may choose to work on in addition to the Universal activities. Approved Optional activities will result in additional monies being awarded. The final award amount will be determined when all county Optional activities have been completed, verified and approved. Failure to complete an Optional activity will not result in a penalty other than no monies awarded for that activity. Optional activities must be completed and approved prior to October 1, 2014. The enclosed application package contains State and Federal Guidance and the necessary forms to complete your application. Please review this material and gather the information needed. Your Area Coordinator or Branch Manager will be available to assist you in completing the application package. Additionally, your Area Coordinator can work with you to determine the actual percentage of time you devote to emergency management, preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery activities (excluding Fire Marshal, EMS, 911, safety activities, etc.). 1 n order to be eligible to receive EMPG funds, you must complete, sign and submit to your Branch Office the completed documents by the deadlines in Attachment 1. MAILING ADDRESS 4236 Mail Service Center Raleigh NC 27699 -4236 www.readync.org www.acdps.gov An Equal Opportunity employer OFFICE LOCATION 1636 Gold Star Drive Raleigh, NC 27607 -3371 Telephone: (919) 825-2500 Fax: (919) 825 -2685 I recommend you develop and complete your FFY 2014 EMPG Application for Funding package in consultation with your key county officials. I encourage you to use this opportunity to discuss your program with your county officials. If you have questions about this package, please contact your Area Coordinator or Branch Manager. Thank you for your continued support of NCEM! MASIja 'r Attachments 1 — Application Schedule and Eligibility Criteria 2 —FFY 2014 EMPG Application Package Instructions, EM Form 66 EMForm66* Instructions, EM Form 66A EMForm66A* EM Program Manager 201.4 Certification* Assurances- Non - Construction Programs* Certifications Regarding Lobbying* Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, SF -LLL* FFY 2014 Quarterly Report Form FFY 2014 EMPG Local Activity Directory * Application documents are to be completed, signed and returned to your Area Coordinator by your Branch office deadline. ggktaj�7 44- CZ[elig Ili 1;[*]:4ji EM Agency Name - Type or print the official legal title of your Emergency Management (EM) agency. 1.2 Street Address, City, Zip Code - Type or print the street address, city, and zip code. 1.3 Application Completion Date - Type or print the date the form was completed. 1.4 EM Program Manager - Type or print the name of the county EM Program Manager. NOTE: Must be the same title on the Position Description and Organization Chart. 1.5 Time % - EM Director will type or print the percentage of time the director devotes to Emergency Management program activities (e.g. 50 %, 60 %, 90 %, etc.). 1.6 Current Salary - Type or print the current annual salary for EM Director. (Round to the nearest dollar). 1.7 Date of Employment in Current Position — Enter the start date of your position as Local Emergency Management Program Manager, e.g. 02/04/2013. 1.8 Personnel Data Table — Complete the specific questions that deal with EM program staff. For the Cost Share or In -Kind Match question, explain how the county will match the federal award grant monies. In FFY 2014, EMPG has a 50% County and 50% Federal cost share cash- or in- kind match requirement. Federal funds cannot be matched with other Federal funds. The data requested will assist in documenting the extent to which EMPG Program funding contributes to enhancing or sustaining emergency management capacity in terms of personnel support at the local level. All EMPG Program funds (f=ederal and match) allocated towards Local emergency management personnel? Enter the dollar amount budgeted for your county EM personnel in the dollar column. If for example all EM personnel have other duties and only 75% of anyone's time is developed to EMPG work, then only enter 75% of the budgeted amount allocated to EM personnel salaries and benefits. EM Application Form 66 (Rev. 9/18) Page 1 Funds allocated towards Local contractors? Enter the dollar amount budgeted for any local contractors that do Emergency Management work. If a county does not use contractors for EMPG related work, then enter a $0 amount in the dollar column. Local Total Number of personnel number Program)? Enter the number of personnel who spend time working on EM activities. Enter the • Number of Local emergency . equivalent personnel supported by EMPG Program? If a county EM program has no FTE personnel, enter 0. Cost Share or In -Kind Match explanation In detail? Enter in information as to how the county will match the local EMPG share. Describe if funds will come from a general fund, EMPG local funds, etc. EM Application Form 66 (Rev. 9/18) Page 2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING EM FORM 66A (STATE /LOCAL FFY 2014 EMPG AGREEMENT) It is important that the Finance Officer and the local Chief Executive Officer have information and knowledge of the local EM program and the financial status of the local EM Agency. By coordinating the program emphasis with your county officials, the State's "Comprehensive Emergency Management Criteria" and the state and federal required activities, your partnership agreement should serve as a master plan for the year's activities. The State /Local FFY 2014 EMPG Agreement requires the signature of the Local Emergency Management Program Manager, the Local Finance Officer, and the Local Chief Executive Officer (the last may be the same individual). Your Area Coordinator will monitor your FFY2014 EMPG progress through quarterly reports. REPORTING EMPG quarterly reports are required. These reports serve a vital role in the evaluation of your agency's performance in the completion of scheduled activities throughout the year. Your completed quarterly reports must be sent to your Area Coordinator before the end of each quarter. Each quarterly report will incorporate and supersede the prior report showing quarterly activity progress. Your Quarterly Reports should include the progress from all previous quarterly reports as well. North Carolina Emergency Management does recognize that circumstances may prevent the accomplishment of a scheduled activity. However, for full eligible Federal funding in FFY 2015, all Universal activities must be completed. All requests for revisions (rescheduling or substitution of an equivalent activity) must be justified in writing to the Director of North Carolina Emergency Management through the appropriate Branch Manager. EM Application Form 66A (Rev. 9/18) Page 4 Mr. r0mr-MV Mon 1. EM Form 66 - North Carolina Local Government Application for FFY 2014 EMPG Funding, must be completed and submitted to your Branch Office no later than February 7, 2014; 2. EM Form 66A - State /Local FFY 2014 EMPG Agreement; must be completed and submitted to your Branch Office no Iater than February 7, 2014; 3. A signed EM Program Manager 2014 Certification form stating that the EM Program Director position is not vacant or is currently being filled by an acting county employee. This form must be completed and submitted to your Branch Office no later than February 7, 2014; 4. Federal Forms must be completed and attached to your EM Form 66A and submitted to your Branch Office no later than February 7, 2014; SF424B - Assurances -Non- Construction Programs Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters; and Drug -Free Workplace Requirements Disclosure of Lobbying Activities 5. Provide a separate current job description or functional statement for the EM PROGRAM MANAGER identified on EM Form 66 and submit to your Branch Office no later than February 7, 2014; 6. A current Organizational chart must be submitted to your Branch Office no later than February 7, 2014; 7. Quarterly Activity reports must be submitted electronically to your Branch Office by December 31, March 31, June 30 and September 30. Each quarterly report should show a cumulative preEmssion of previous quarters towards completing your designated work activities and explanation of accomplishments to meet the deliverable. Funding Eligibility Criteria Federal funds administered through the State are available to local governments to assist in the cost of developing and maintaining a "Comprehensive Emergency Management" program. Continued EMPG funding is contingent upon completion of all EMPG funding requirements. The following eligibility criteria must be adhered to during FFY 2014 for EMPG funds: 1. EMPG has a 50% County and 50% State cost share cash- or in- kind match requirement. 2. Each applicant must complete all Universal activities as outlined in the FFY 2014 EMPG Local Activity Directory. 3. Every participant must be established as an Emergency Management agency by appropriate county resolution/ordinance. 4. The County must have a full -time or part-time (at least 50 %) Emergency Management Program Director. 5. Employees must be covered by an approved Pay Plan. However, the Director may be exempt from this requirement. 6. The political subdivision must have an acceptable local travel regulation plan or accept the state travel regulations. 7. Complete Universal activities and up to six (6) Optional activities prior to October 1, to be eligible to receive FFY 2014 EMPG funding. [� ® O N o Z ® °O cv EL Z o to a ml w o p b CV ¢ U +�- t5 W60 el CL v � Z ro kn J-4 tn dam ' G7 r+ "' ° ® ' H W W C3 U U U x o C W •R t M a E a, c,. CD ®. a� ° i W 1, t as CIN Go a N ® ® c� 1 -Z Ita jj� F•1 Cl g •,mow n ya O O [� •O �-1 0 CO Z. v C® da ai v N b p co O v Q a P., 44 o �C rti N M 00 rl r9 �w rl u 0 k 4 f, I e-1 Q� v O w 0 R u .Q R. w Smith, s From: Francolini, Mark Sent: Tuesday, October 15, 2013 6:30 PM To: Smith, Teresa Subject: RE: POSITION COST Categories: Important Here you go. Teresa Smith Base Pay $39,374 FICA /MED 0.0765 $3,012 Med /Dent $499 $11,985 LTD 0.0020 $79 R 0.0707 $2,784 lary & Fringe $57,234 John Still .Base Pay $57,886 FICA /MED 0.0765 $4,428 Med /Dent $499 $11,985 LTD 0.0020 $116 Retirement 0.0707 $4,093 Total Salary & Fringe $78,508 Kristen Skinner Base Pay $53,624 FICA /MED 0.0765 $4,102 Med /pent $343 $8,229.84 LTD 0.0020 $107 Retirement 0.0707 $3,791 Total Salary & Fringe $69,855 Warren Lee Base Pay $117,013 FICA /MED 0.0765 $8,951 Med /Dent $354 $8,498.64 LTD 0.0020 $234 Retirement 0.0707 $8,273 Total Salary & Fringe $142,970 STATE /LOCAL FFY 2014 EMPG AGREEMENT AGENCY: New Hanover This is to certify that the above named agency agrees to successfully complete the activities below in full partnership with North Carolina Emergency Management and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The appropriate Branch Manager and /or Area Coordinator will review the progress of this agreement quarterly with the local Emergency Management Director. This report will also be the basis for continued funding during this fiscal year. Please report quarterly the Emergency Management activities you completed during this agreement period that ends September 30, 2014. Your Quarterly Reports should include the progress from all previous quarterly reports as well. All Universal and Optional activities with deliverables are to be completed by the September 30. 2014 deadline. Deliverables are to be submitted to your Branch Office by their deadline. Certify completion of the following activities for EMPG Universal activities by September 30, 2014 unless otherwise noted below: 2014.01 Update the new 2014 THIRA/SPR/NIMS reporting tool by November 15, 2013; 2014.02 Review /Update County Emergency Operation /Response plan; 2014.03 Participate in a minimum 24 hours EM training; 2014.04 Conduct three exercises per year; 2014.05 Complete all NIMS training requirements as outlined in NIMS Five -Year Plan; 2014.06 Update Resources in Web EOC Resource Manager; 2014.07 Attend Statewide EM Conference NOTE: As listed above to be eligible to receive FFY 2014 EMPG funding, applicants must meet NIMS compliance requirements. The NIMS, formally NIMSCAST, is the required means to report FY 2014 NIMS compliance for FFY 2014 funds. FFY 2014 Compliance Requirements NIMS Training: IS 100; IS 200; IS 700; and IS 800; FEMA Professional Development Series: IS 139, IS 230b; IS 235b; IS 240a; IS 241a; IS 242a; and IS 244a EMPG Program funds used for training should support the nationwide implementation of NIMS. Grantees are encouraged to place emphasis on the core competencies as defined in the NIMS Training Program. The NIMS Training Program can be found at http:// www. fema .govlpdf/emergencylnimslnims training program.pdf. The NIMS Guideline for Credentialing of Personnel provides guidance on the national credentialing standards. The NIMS Guidelines for Credentialing can be found at http://www.fema.govlpdf /emergency /nims/nims cred guidelines reporf.pdf. EM Application Form 66A (Rev. 9/18) Page 5 This Agreement will become effective upon execution of all parties to the Agreement. The date of execution shall be the date of the last signature. EXECUTED THIS THE DAY OF 201 (Print) Name of Local EM Program Manager Signature of Local EM Program Manager gnature of Local Finance Officer (14- CX33Wj-t,<.0 ture of1:M9Mhjef Executive Officer County of M W . i I v� 1Date ot-111-3 "Date EM Application Form 66A (Rev. 9/18) Page 6 • MI Date: • • • , EMPG Application Form (Rev. 9/18) Page 7 OMB Number: 4040 -0007 Expiration Date: 06/30/2014 ASSURANCES - NON - CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 15 minutes per response, including time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348- 0040), Washington, DC 20503. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET. SEND IT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONSORING AGENCY. NOTE: Certain of these assurances may not be applicable to your project or program. If you have questions, please contact the awarding agency. Further, certain Federal awarding agencies may require applicants to certify to additional assurances. If such is the Case, you will be notified. As the duly authorized representative of the applicant, I certify that the applicant: 1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance and the institutional, managerial and financial capability (including funds sufficient to pay the non - Federal share of project cost) to ensure proper planning, management and completion of the project described in this application. 2. Will give the awarding agency, the Comptroller General of the United States and, if appropriate, the State, through any authorized representative, access to and the right to examine all records, books, papers, or documents related to the award; and will establish a proper accounting system in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards or agency directives. 3. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or presents the appearance of personal or organizational conflict of interest, or personal gain. 4. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable time frame after receipt of approval of the awarding agency. 5. Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act of 7. 1970 (42 U.S.C. § §4728 -4763) relating to prescribed standards for merit systems for programs funded under one of the 19 statutes or regulations specified in Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit System of Personnel Administration (5 C.F.R. 900, Subpart F). 6. Will comply with all Federal statutes relating to nondiscrimination. These include but are not limited to: (a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88 -352) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin; (b) Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. § §1681 - 1683, and 1685 - 1686), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; (c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. §794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicaps; (d) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 U. S.C. § §6101- 6107), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; (e) the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972 (P.L. 92 -255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of drug abuse; (f) the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (P.L. 91 -616), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism; (g) § §523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912 (42 U.S.C. § §290 dd -3 and 290 ee- 3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records; (h) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. § §3601 et seq.), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing; (i) any other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s) under which application for Federal assistance is being made; and, (j) the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statute(s) which may apply to the application. Will comply, or has already complied, with the requirements of Titles II and III of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (P.L. 91 -646) which provide for fair and equitable treatment of persons displaced or whose property is acquired as a result of Federal or federally- assisted programs. These requirements apply to all interests in real property acquired for project purposes regardless of Federal participation in purchases. 8. Will comply, as applicable, with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. § §1501 -1508 and 7324 -7328) which limit the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded In whole or in part with Federal funds. Previous Edition Usable Standard Form 4248 (Rev. 7 -97) Authorized for Local Reproduction Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102 9, Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the Davis - Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. § §276a to 276a -7), the Copeland Act (40 U.S.C. §276c and 18 U.S.C. §874), and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. § §327- 333), regarding labor standards for federally- assisted construction subagreements. 10. Will comply, if applicable, with flood insurance purchase requirements of Section 102(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (P.L. 93 -234) which requires recipients in a special Flood hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase Flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction and acquisition is $10,000 or more. 11. Will comply with environmental standards which may be prescribed pursuant to the following: (a) institution of environmental quality control measures under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91 -190) and Executive Order (EO) 11514; (b) notification of violating facilities pursuant to EO 11738; (c) protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990; (d) evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance with EO 11988; (e) assurance of project consistency with the approved State management program developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. § §1451 et seq.); (f) conformity of Federal actions to State (Clean Air) Implementation Plans under Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act of 1955, as amended (42 U.S.C. § §7401 et seq.); (g) protection of underground sources of drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended (P.L. 93 -523); and, (h) protection of endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (P.L. 93- 205). 12. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 (16 U.S.C. § §1271 et seq.) related to protecting components or potential components of the national wild and scenic rivers system. 13. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. §470), EO 11593 (identification and protection of historic properties), and the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. § §469a -1 et seq.). 14. WIII comply with P.L. 93 -348 regarding the protection of human subjects involved in research, development, and related activities supported by this award of assistance. 15. Will comply with the Laboratory Animal Welfare Act of 1966 (P.L. 89 -544, as amended, 7 U.S.C. § §2131 et seq.) pertaining to the care, handling, and treatment of warm blooded animals held for research, teaching, or other activities supported by this award of assistance. 16. Will comply with the Lead -Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. § §4801 et seq.) which prohibits the use of lead -based paint in construction or rehabilitation of residence structures. 17 Will cause to be performed the required financial and compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular No. A -133, "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non - Profit Organizations." 18. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other Federal laws, executive orders, regulations, and policies governing this program. * SIGNAT E OF AUTHORIZED CERTIFYING OFFICIAL * TITLE * APPLICANT ORGANIZATION " DATE SUBMITTED W450 �. �C, ► L 1- / Standard Form 424B (Rev. 7-97) Back DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY O.M.B. No. 1650 -0025 CERTIFICATIONS REGARDING LOBBYING; DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION AND OTHER Expires November 30, 2013 RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS; AND DRUG -FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS Public reporting burden for this data collection is estimated to average 1.7 hours per response. The burden estimate includes the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and submitting this form. This collection of information is required to obtain or retain benefits. You are not required to respond to this collection of information unless a valid OMB control number is displayed on this form. Send comments regarding the accuracy of the burden estimate and any suggestions for reducing the burden to: Information Collections Management, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, 1800 South Bell Street, Arlington, VA 20598 -3005 Paperwork Reduction Project (1660- 0025). NOTE; Do not send your completed form to this address. Applicants should refer to the regulations cited below to determine the certification to which they are required to attest. Applicants should also review the instructions for certification included in the regulations before completing this form. Signature of this form provides for compliance with rtifi tion requirements under 44 CFR Part 18, "New Restrictions on Lobbying" and 28 CFR Part 17, "Government -wide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocureent) and Government -wide Requirements for Drug -Free Workplace (Grants)." The certifications shall be treated as a material representation of fact upon which reliance will be placed when the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) determines to award the transaction, grant, or cooperative agreement. 1. LOBBYING As required by section 1352, Title 31 of the U.S. Code, and implemented at 44 CFR Part 18, for persons entering into a grant or cooperating agreement over $ 100,000, as defined at 44 CFR Part 18, the applicant certifies that: (a) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the making of any Federal grant, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal grant or cooperative agreement. (b) If any other funds than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any other person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, an officer or an employee of Congress, or employee of a member of Congress in connection with this Federal Grant or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Stand Form -LLL, "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities," in accordance with its instructions. c) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subgrants, contracts under grants and cooperative agreements, and subcontracts) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. F Standard Form -LLL "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities" attached (This form must be attached to certification if nonappropriafed funds are to be used to influence activities.) 2. DEBARMENT,SUSPENSION, AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (DIRECT RECIPIENT) As required by Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, and implemented at 44 CFR Part 67, for prospective participants in primary covered transactions, as defined at 44 CFR Part 17, Section 17.510 -A. A. The applicant certifies that it and its principals: (a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, sentenced to a denial of Federal benefits by a State or Federal court, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any Federal department or agency; (b) Have not within a three -year period preceding this application been convicted of a or had a civilian judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or perform a public a public (Federal ,State, or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property; (c) Are not presently indicted for otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity (Federal, State, or local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1) (b) of this certification; and (d) Have not within a three -year period preceding this application had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause of default; and B. Where the applicant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, he or she shall attach an explanation to this application. 3. DRUG -FREE WORKPLACE (GRANTEE OTHER THAN INDIVIDUALS) As required by the Drug -Free Workplace Act of 1986, and implemented at 44 CFR Part 17, Subpart F, for grantees, as defined at 44 CFR Part 17.615 and 17.620- A. The applicant certifies that it will continue to provide a drug -free workplace by; (a) Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of such prohibition; (b) Establishing an on -going drug free awareness program to inform employees about- (1) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace; (2) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug -free workplace; (3) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs; and (4) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace; (c) Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of the grant to be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a); (d) Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph (a) that, as a condition of employment under the grant, the employee will- FEMA Form 112 -0 -3C (1112010) PREVIOUS EDITION OBSOLETE (1) Abide by the term of the statement; and (2) Notify the employee in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of a criminal drug statute occurring ion the workplace no later than five calendar days after such convictions; (e) Notifying the agency, in writing, within 10 calendar days after receiving notice under subparagraph (d)(2) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, including position, title, to the applicable FEMA awarding office, i.e., regional office or FEMA office. (f) Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving notice under subparagraph (d)(2), with respect to any employee who is convicted- (1) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including termination, consistent with the requirements of the Rehabilitation act of 1973, as amended; or (2) Requiring such an employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency; (g) Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug free workplace through implementation of paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f). B. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance of work done in connection with the specific grant: Place of Performance (Street address, City, County, State, Zip code) 230 Government Center Drive, Suite 115 Wilmington, NC 28403 New Hanover County r' There are workplaces on file that are not identified Sections 17.630 of the regulations provide that a grantee that is a State may elect to make one certification in each Federal fiscal year. A copy of which should be included with each application for FEMA funding. States and State agencies may elect to use a state wide certification. DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES Approved by OMB Complete this form to disclose lobbying activities pursuant to 31 U.5.C.1352 0348 -0046 1. * Type of Federal Action: 2. * Status of Federal Action: 3. * Report Type: F1 a. contract a. bid /offedappllcatlon ❑X a, Initial filing ❑ b. grant b. Initial award b. material change H c. cooperative agreement c, post -award d. loan e. loan guarantee f. loan insurance 4. Name and Address of Reporting Entity: Prime F]SubAwardee "Name "Street f Street 2 city Stele Zip Congressional District, If known: . It Reporting Entity in No.4 is Subawardee, Enter Name and Address of Prime: 6. * Federal Department/Agency: 7. * Federal Program Name /Description: CFDA Number, Ifappliceble: S. Federal Action Number, if known: 9. Award Amount, if known: 10. a. Name and Address of Lobbying Registrant: Prefix • First Name Middle Name Last Name Suffix Street 1 Street 2 City State ZIP b. Individual Performing Services (Including address if different from No. iaa) Prefix ' First Name Middle Name `Last Name I Suffix ` Street f Street 2 City State Lp 1. Information requested through this form is authorized by title 31 U.S.C. section 1352. This disclosure of lobbying activitles is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed by the tier above when the transectlon was made or entered into. This disclosure is required pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352. This information will be reported to the Congress seniNprivally and Wit be available for public Inspection. Any person who fails to file the required disclosure shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not mo than $100,000 for each such failure. * Signature: s *Name: Prefix ' First Name Middle Name "Last Name -. -. suffix Title: Telephone No.: Oo -,$, -6 ff o Date: �p i i " i'"` M ''j -c '1 �"� - ': Authorized far Local Reproduerlon � t Y ndard Form L (Rev,,.�� k �N �« � S;� ......r� � �. ..��'';� �`� � � `1 + � ,� s�� V € � t, � _ � Sta - LL ra New Hanover County, NC Page 1 of 3 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR The following class specification is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. DEPARTMENT: Emergency Management & 9 -1 -1 Communications REPORTS TO: Assistant County Manager CLASS SUMMARY Directs and oversees the operations, activities, and programs of the County Emergency Management and 9 -1 -1 Communications Department. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Emergency Management Director is a stand -alone classification, which is distinguished from other department directors by its responsibility for directing, coordinating, and preparing emergency management programs and managing the recovery from emergency events and the County's public safety communications system and service. TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES • Supervises two or more full -time staff to include prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations. • Directs the preparation for and response to emergency disasters and events to include determining whether local, state, volunteer, or federal response is necessary during the emergency. • Monitors the weather in the community and surrounding areas and related events to assist in the preparation of emergency response efforts. • Oversees the maintenance of emergency response equipment to include scheduling periodic equipment testing and overseeing the pre - deployment of emergency supplies, vehicles, equipment, and personnel. • Develops and maintains emergency plans, procedures, policies, and contacts to include making an estimation of the County's risk and vulnerability. • Serves as a consultant to County and public safety agencies, local businesses, and community groups to monitor current laws and regulations that promote the awareness of emergency planning policies and procedures. • Develops and maintains effective working and administrative relationships with a policy board and the various fire services departments, emergency medical service groups, law enforcement agencies and professional organizations dedicated to 9 -1 -1 communications. Attends meetings of relevant agencies and organizations, confers with and counsels various emergency response agencies and other County and City departments regarding communications matters and the coordination of services, promotes community awareness for effective use of emergency communications services. • Plans and directs all of the programs, services and use of resources. Develops goals and objectives, and formulates /implements communications rules, standards, policies and procedures consistent with the County's mission statement and the policy board's specifications; identifies needs for equipment, funding and/or staff. Promotes the objectives of the department and seeks to enhance emergency service efforts by conducting training seminars and researching grant and funding sources. • Reviews maps of subdivisions, land use plans, and construction projects to ensure access by emergency response equipment and prompt evacuation from during emergencies. • Interprets nuclear power plant response status and emergency conditions in addition to regulatory changes that affect off - site emergency response and population protection planning efforts and programs. • Addresses inquiries posed by the media and the public regarding emergency operations. • Establishes an emergency operations center during emergencies and disasters to monitor and prevent escalation of events. • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. • Performs work during emergency /disaster situations. POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES Does not apply. New Hanover County, NC EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Knowledge of: • Police, fire, and EMS system delivery models; • Techniques in emergency planning for local governments; • Spectrum management; • Federal, state, and local disaster laws and regulations; • Grant applications and management; • Chemistry of hazardous materials; • Hazardous material containment; • Radioactive materials; • Basic meteorology; • Community planning, zoning, demographics, and land use; • Warning systems; • Supervisory principles. Page 2 of 3 Skill in: • Using computers and applicable software; • Using a variety of office equipment; • Reading blue prints, topographic maps and related construction documents; • Interpreting codes, rules and regulations; • Analyzing various data; • Serving as a leader during an emergency; • Organizing and delegating tasks; • Operating a vehicle; • Monitoring radio systems; • Supervising and evaluating the work of staff; Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety Administration, or a related field and eight years of progressively responsible emergency management or related experience, including three years of management level experience; or an equip alent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. LICENSINGICERTIFICATION • North Carolina Emergency Management Certificate; • Valid NC Driver's License; • Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD)Certification; • NC State Bureau of Investigation DCI Terminal Operator, NC Telecommunicator Certification, within one (1) year of employment required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS /WORKING CONDITIONS Typically requires walking, lifting, fingering, talking, hearing, and seeing. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. Maybe subjected to travel. New Hanover County, NC EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR GENERAL INFORMATION FLSA Status: Exempt Class Spec Established/Revised: Ell %99 Page 3 of 3 ,; i "` °' +h 4 M fi�F 8 } j �1