Emergency Management Specialist

Postion Overview

JOB SUMMARY: This position participates in the development and implementation of plans and procedures to accomplish the agency mission.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Responds to disasters and other emergencies; responds to after-hours situations.
• Serves on call as Duty Officer as assigned.
• Administers assigned grants; prepares required reports; oversees purchases, reimbursements, and financial accounting.
• Acts as Public Information Officer and Instructor to include media outreach, social media, public relations, scheduling speaking engagements, and serves as instructor at PIO Courses.
• Oversees the maintenance of agency accreditation through the Emergency Management Accreditation Program.
• Provides staff assistance for the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
• Coordinates with businesses, schools, and government agencies to perform severe weather shelter analyses and preparedness education.
• Serves as School Safety Liaison.
• Manages the Outdoor Warning Siren system. • Develops, reviews, and updates emergency response plans and meets plan deadlines.
• Oversees the implementation of the Citizens Corp Program; designs and develops plans to facilitate the influx of volunteers in times of disaster.
• Facilitates the development of Medical Reserve Corp, Volunteers in Police Service, Neighborhood Watch, and Student Preparedness programs.
• Coordinates the activities of Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster.
• Serves as CERT Instructor.
• Provides Non-Disaster Training (CPR & First Aid).
• Participates in continuing education training.
• Processes bills and invoices for payment; files reimbursement claims; processes requisitions; processes purchase orders.
• Performs administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, filing, and correspondence.
• Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree

Skill, Certification & Experience Requirements

• Managerial or supervisory experience

Closing Date for Applications

October 01, 2026