Emergency Preperation Specialist

Emergency Preperation Specialist State of Indiana - 3.4 Indianapolis, IN Job Details From $47,320 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Free parking Paid parental leave Health savings account 457(b) Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Loan forgiveness Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Urban planning Emergency management Economic development

Full Job Description Date Posted:

Apr 23, 2026

Requisition ID:

476290

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS): The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) leads Indiana's emergency planning and operations, first responder training, and fire and building safety. The Indiana State Fire Marshal leads the Division of Fire and Building Safety (within IDHS), which oversees the enforcement of building codes and includes a fire investigations unit. The agency certifies and trains thousands of first responders and also hosts state-level exercises each year. IDHS also supports the state Emergency Operations Center (EOC), which leads response and coordination efforts for large-magnitude incidents.

Role Overview:

In this position you will be working under the guidance of the State Hazard Mitigation Officer, to carry out the duties and responsibilities as addressed in the Indiana Code, Stafford Act, and Code of Federal Regulations Title 44 - Emergency Management and Assistance, pertaining to all grant programs administered by the state Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program. Key outcomes for this role are: Assist with grant applications by coordinating with local officials and supporting benefit‑cost analyses, budgets, schedules, and required environmental or historical reviews. Guide grant recipients through kickoff activities, FEMA requirements, payment procedures, and project closeout. Support counties in completing scheduled Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plans. Monitor active grants, advise sub‑recipients, track reporting deadlines, and coordinate extension requests. Review and process payment requests to ensure compliance with FEMA scope, cost allowability, match requirements, and performance periods. Conduct onsite inspections to verify project completion and submit required documentation and photos to FEMA. Lead meetings for residential safe room projects and assist homeowners with required documentation, applications, and payments. Participate in meetings and trainings to provide program updates and promote mitigation initiatives. Support the State Emergency Operations Center during activations or assist with disaster recovery damage assessments. Preferred knowledge for this position includes: In-depth knowledge of all programs, laws, rules, regulations, and policies related to federal mitigation grant programs. General knowledge of the administrative requirements of state and federal emergency response agencies and departments.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. A Day in the

Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows: Develop comprehensive emergency tactical and operational plans, statewide analyses, and evaluations. Coordinate with local, state, and federal partners to ensure consistency, feasibility, flexibility and interoperability of all operational or tactical plans. Coordinate with the timetable and execution of tabletop, functional and full-scale exercises for the emergency plans. Provide guidance to political sub-divisions of the state to enable each jurisdiction to develop area plans. Head planning teams to meet the requirements. Coordinate, promote and manage district level training and exercise training programs. Assist local, state, and federal partners in developing and conducting training exercises at the state and regional level. Prepare short and long-range training plans for state and local responders. Act as an exercise facilitator, controller, or evaluator during scheduled exercises. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. What You'll Need for

Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: Specialized knowledge of planning techniques and procedures. Specialized knowledge of urban planning, transportation planning and state and local economic and industrial development. Working knowledge of emergency disaster, emergency cause and effect and procedures and methodology to minimize adverse effects. Ability to use the techniques of fact-finding and analysis to interpret statistical information and trends concerning the physical, social, and economic aspects of population centers. Ability to explain the programs and secure cooperation between local, state, and federal government and private executives. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and through structured media. Ability to develop plans and feasible techniques and methods to achieve plan solutions. Ability to comprehend and interpret federal and state laws, guidelines, and regulations relative to disaster planning and operations. Position requires travel to scheduled exercise sites to act as facilitator, controller, or evaluator. A degree is not required. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the

State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program:

Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years Education Reimbursement Program Group life insurance Referral Bonus program Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Free Parking for most positions Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at .