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What they do
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.
$87,072 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
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Position range in Walker County $2,978.00
- $9,596.00 Per Month TDCJ
- Manager I
- Emergency Action Center
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET
Occupation:
General and Operations Managers
Location:
Huntsville, TX
- 77320
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
09/01/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Selection Required
Updated:
09/01/2026
Expires:
09/16/2026
Agency Job ID:
103899
Job #: 17063809
Job Requirements and Properties
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Full Time Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
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Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.
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Job Duties:
In this role, you will be managing day-to-day activities within the Emergency Action Center (EAC). This includes planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating program operations and activities. This department is responsible for receiving and assessing reports of serious or unusual incidents within the agency. As the department manager, you will be responsible for preparing and reviewing emergency notifications involving staff and inmates to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. In addition, this position provides guidance to agency personnel in handling difficult or complex problems, and after-hours assistance to EAC staff and agency administration.
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have a bachelor¿s degree and experience in criminal justice program administration, along with experience supervising employees. You are detail¿oriented, have a strong work ethic, and stay well¿organized while maintaining strict confidentiality. These strengths demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and the ability to support program operations effectively.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You have a bachelor¿s degree with major coursework in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field, along with four years of criminal justice administration or program administration experience. You have at least one year of supervisory experience and a background in management or project coordination. Your criminal justice experience and strong understanding of Emergency Action Center processes and procedures demonstrate the operational knowledge, leadership ability, and reliability needed to succeed in this position.
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Manager I Additional Information:
Travel 25%
- Position may spend 1¿5 nights away per month Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Longevity
- Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Ronald Hudson Amy BullardHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-437-3268 936-437-3060Ronald.
Hudson@tdcj.texas.gov amy.bullard@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the
Candidate:
Military PreferenceTo receive
MILITARY
PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps:
//hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.
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Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
EEO Statement:
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.