GFT is seeking a Security and Safety Analyst to join our team in Northern California! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our office.

 

What you’ll be challenged to do:As a Security and Safety Analyst, you will provide project assistance for a wide variety of projects, related to safety, security, emergency and continuity planning, and regulation compliance in these areas. The position supports preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, and resilience initiatives through research, planning, analysis, stakeholder coordination, and operational support activities. 

 

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Assists in the development, maintenance, and implementation of Emergency Operations Plans, Continuity of Operations Plans, hazard mitigation plans, and emergency procedures.
• Support emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience initiatives for public and private clients.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses, capability assessments, and regulatory compliance reviews.
• Prepares basic and technical analysis, outlines, technical specifications, studies, plans, and reports, and provides support of broader security and safety activities.
• Preform research and prepare routine and moderately complex technical reports or report sections.
• Coordinate and support training programs, tabletop exercises, drills, and functional exercises consistent with Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program guidance.
• Prepare After-Action Reports and Improvement Plans following incidents and exercises.
• Interface with clients, public agencies, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams to gather information and support project objectives.
• Monitor emergency management regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

What you will bring to our firm: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Safety, or a related field, required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management, disaster preparedness, homeland security, public safety, or related programs.
• FEMA ICS and NIMS coursework required.
• Knowledge of emergency management principles, FEMA frameworks, SEMS/NIMS requirements, continuity planning, and preparedness programs.
• Experience supporting emergency operations, incident response, recovery efforts, and preparedness initiatives.
• Ability to independently manage workload, prioritize assignments, and meet project deadlines.
• Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates excellent oral, written, and presentation skills required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, agencies, executives, and technical staff.
• Expected to produce professional-quality work products with minimal supervision.

  What we prefer you bring: 

• Certified Emergency Manager, Associate Emergency Manager, or related certification preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired or 3 years project management experience in lieu of formal certification.

  Compensation:The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $125,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.  Featured Benefits: • Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

 

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

 

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

 

Location: Roseville, CA; Sacramento, CA; Oakland, CACore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time