Kentucky River Area Development District

REGIONAL DISASTER COORDINATOR
The Kentucky River Area Development District, an eight -county planning and development agency, is accepting applications for a Regional Disaster Coordinator. This position, under the supervision of the Associate Director of Community & Economic Development, will serve to increase community resilience through all phases of a disaster cycle. Will assist with planning, implementation, and procurement of funding for projects related to disaster and emergency assistance and public safety.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in closely related field required, with directly related work experience in a non-profit or government organization preferred.
Applicants must have good working knowledge of computers and software applications, possess good written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, the public, and elected officials.

BENEFITS:
Competitive benefits including employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance policies for employee. Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance for eligible employee dependents. KRADD also offers retirement benefits through Kentucky State Retirement and Kentucky Deferred Compensation. Salary will be based on education and experience with a 5% wage increase after a successful six-month probationary period. Tuition discounts with Lindsey Wilson College available to KRADD employees and their immediate family members on applicable programs. Employees receive paid annual state holidays, a paid day off birthday, and accrue annual and sick leave monthly.
A competency test and criminal records check will be required before interviewing with the Personnel Committee of the KRADD. Applicants must pass a drug screen for employment offer.

To apply, submit a resume and references to the KY River Area Development District, Attn: Karlena Campbell, 941 N. Main Street, Hazard, KY 41701 or e-mail to karlena@kradd.org. Phone: 606-436-3158 Fax: 606-435-0085