An Emergency Management Director plans and directs disaster response or crisis management activities, primarily for state and local governments. Directs preparation of emergency plans and disaster preparedness training. Surveys community resources available for emergencies, provides outreach to community groups and businesses on disaster and/or emergency response plans and procedures.
Support emergency management operations to reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, property damage, and environmental impacts resulting from natural or human-caused incidents. Assist with emergency preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation, and coordination efforts, including emergency operations support, severe weather coordination, and disaster recovery activities. Help maintain emergency management programs through planning, damage assessment, shelter and donations management, and interagency coordination.
Essential Duties and Responsibilites:
Assist Emergency Management Coordinators with planning, organizing, training, equipping, and exercising emergency management programs and projects. Participate in emergency management trainings, workshops, conferences, and regional committee meetings to maintain operational readiness and professional development. Review, revise, and maintain emergency management plans, procedures, and related documentation. Support community preparedness initiatives and public outreach events to promote emergency awareness and resilience. Serve in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during disaster incidents and provide operational support during emergency response activities. Provide coverage and assistance to Emergency Management Coordinators as needed and perform additional assigned duties related to emergency management operations. Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications :
High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree or a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours in emergency management, public administration, or a related field. Coursework or training related to emergency preparedness, disaster response, or public safety principles preferred.
Experience :
Experience supporting emergency management, public safety, or incident response operations preferred. Experience coordinating projects, training activities, or community outreach initiatives preferred. Experience working within an Incident Command System (ICS) or Emergency Operations Center (EOC) environment preferred.
Licenses/Certificates :
Valid Colorado Driver's License. Completion of EMPG training requirements within one (1) year of hire.
Background :
Will include a comprehensive background investigation by specialized detectives within the Adams County Sheriff's Office.
