Job Hunting with Jobina: FEMA hiring 80 workers to staff Oakland mass vaccination site

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- From now until mid-April the federal government is shelling out COVID-19 vaccines from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., 7 days a week, with a goal of vaccinating 6,000 people a day at their Oakland Coliseum site. The agency needs more help to make it all happen.

"FEMA wants to diversify its workforce right here in California and this is a great opportunity for those who are willing to serve and want to serve and to be a part of this movement," Angela Byrd, a FEMA media relations specialist, said.

FEMA needs to hire 80 emergency management specialists for the mass vaccination site.

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"We are looking for those who are hired to support our vaccination staff," Byrd continued. "They don't have to be computer savvy or techy, but just know the basics of using a computer. They also have to have strong communication skills and interpersonal skills."

Speaking a language in addition to English and experience in customer support and emergency management are plusses as well. The emergency management specialists make anywhere from $18.36 to $19.62 per hour.

The role is a 120-day temporary position, but officials say there will be opportunities for future employment with FEMA.

Those who are hired will receive a COVID-19 vaccine. "Yes. They will be able to receive a vaccine once they are hired to work at the site. Absolutely," Byrd replied.

THURSDAY'S FEATURED JOB:

Job: Emergency Management Specialist I

Where: Oakland Coliseum Mass Vaccination Site

To review and apply, visit USAJOBS.gov. In the search box, type "FEMA Local Hire." In the location box, type "California."

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