Emergency Management Agency Director
Emergency Management Agency Director
Lamar County
Full-TimePostion Overview
Major Duties:
I. EMA Director
a. Grant Administrator for FEMA grant programs
b. Coordinator for Sheriff and local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
c. Maintain the Mitigation Plan-Coordinator along with LEPC
d. Maintain the Emergency Operation Plan (EOP) with LEPC
e. Maintain the Standard Operation Guide (SOG) with LEPC
f. Coordinator for the Annual Disaster Exercise with LEPC
g. Assist Judge of Probate with the Annual Appreciation Day activities
h. Coordinator with Fire Association, Rescue Association, and Law Enforcement in the county
i. Maintain licenses for EMA radios
j. Responsible for the Emergency Operation Center (EOC) side of the jail complex
k. Coordinator for the Lamar County Light Rescue team
l. Works storm/disaster events from warning stage through completion in coordination with local departments and state EMA
m. Responsible for all state EMA reports
II. Homeland Security Point of Contact
a. Lamar County’s Point of Contact (POC) for Homeland Security
b. Grant Administrator for Homeland Security Grants
c. Coordinates Homeland Security Activities with all agencies
d. Maintain the Homeland Security Assessment and Strategy plan
e. Responsible for all Homeland Security reports
Must be highly motivated with computer skills and written and oral communication skills. Work involves supervision of staff, coordinating various programs, and grant administration.
Applicant must have knowledge of state, federal, and county standards, regulations; knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, EMA community organizations, and operations; ability to effectively handle potentially dangerous situations in an emergency, and the ability to exercise judgment in such emergencies.
Successful applicant will be evaluated for job performance after six months.
Resume should be submitted to the Lamar County Commission no later than September 5, 2025. Mail to: Lamar County Commission 205 Bulter Circle SW, P.O. Box 338, Vernon, AL 35592. NO PHONE CALLS.
Education (Applies to newly hired Directors/Managers)
A minimum of two (2) years of college-level education achieved and work experience of three (3) years in the area of emergency response, management, or military service.
NOTE: Qualifying experience in disaster relief and recovery programs, simulated disaster response exercises, emergency management planning, hazardous materials management, or allied emergency management services above the minimum will substitute for the required college education on a year-for-year basis up to four years.
- Specialized Emergency Management Training
All Emergency Management Directors/Coordinators are required, and local emergency management support personnel are encouraged to complete the basic training: Independent study courses.
NOTE: Equivalency Clause:
All previous emergency management training attended and academic coursework completed may be certified as being equivalent to certain “IS” required courses. Equivalency credit may be obtained by written request, with supporting documentation attached for review and approval by the Curriculum Review Committee at State EMA. The Committee will be composed of AEMA Training Coordinator (Chair) and two (2) appointed local emergency management directors.
State delivered FEMA “G” course may be taken if available in lieu of the IS course.
The individual must also complete the AAEM Basix EMA course within 24 months of hiring. NOTE: CEU credit will be offered to those individuals who have previously completed this course.
- Continuing Education
All EMA Directors must complete by December 31st of each calendar year, a minimum of twenty-four (24) continuing education units (CEU) accredited by the State EMA. CEUs earned over the 24 minimum may be carried over to the next calendar year, up to 12 CEUs.
Previous training, education, etc, will be considered upon review and approval by AEMA Curricular Review Committee.
New Director is required to receive 24 CEUs during each calendar year upon receiving CLEM certification.
Continuing education requirements for Certified Local Emergency Manager (CLEM)
Participants who have received the Certified Local Emergency Manager designation will be
required to complete at least 14 continuing education units (CEUs) during a two-year period
in order to retain the designation.
Education Requirements
Associate's degreeSkill, Certification & Experience Requirements
- Ability to perform or make decisions in high-stress situations/environments
- Managerial or supervisory experience
- Public safety or law enforcement experience