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DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community. 

Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe. 

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Incident Response and Recovery Specialist

Department: ENV - Compliance Service Line
Location: Fairfax, VA

Mahalo for your interest in this role! Please see the full position description below and click Start Your Application when ready. For more information about DAWSON, please visit dawsonohana.com.

Work Environment

  • Location: Pentagon (Primary), Mark Center, RRMC
  • Travel: Variable based on emergency response needs
  • Security: Secret clearance required for all facility emergency access
  • Schedule: On-call rotation for 24/7 emergency response

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead environmental emergency response coordination
  • Support CBRN attack recovery and decontamination efforts
  • Interface with Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA)
  • Develop emergency response plans and procedures
  • Conduct emergency response training and exercises
  • Manage environmental aspects of incident command operations
  • Coordinate with external emergency response agencies

Experience Requirements

  • 8-15 years emergency response and environmental remediation experience
  • CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear) incident experience preferred
  • Federal facility emergency response experience

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Emergency Management, or related field

Certifications

  • CBRN training and certification
  • Incident Command System (ICS) certification
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required
  • First Aid/CPR certification required

Required Skills

  • Extensive knowledge of emergency response procedures
  • Experience with CBRN incident management
  • Understanding of Incident Command System (ICS)
  • Strong crisis management and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to work under high-stress conditions
  • 24/7 on-call availability for emergencies

*This Position is Contingent Upon Award.

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; an Employee Assistance Program; 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 more.

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

 

 

 

 

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