Coordinator, Emergency Management

City of Kyle; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kyle seeks a proactive Emergency Management professional to coordinate planning, response, and recovery efforts. You will manage staff, maintain the Emergency Management Plan, and support EOC and notification systems while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

The role requires strong knowledge of NIMS/ICS, policy development, and cross‑departmental collaboration, with a flexible, high‑demand readiness mindset for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a municipal, county, regional, or state emergency management position.
• CJIS fingerprint-based background check required and CJIS eligibility maintained.
• Strong knowledge of NIMS, ICS, emergency planning, and incident management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supervision, training, hiring, performance evaluations, and staff appointments within assigned emergency management functions.
• Maintain the City's Emergency Management Plan and ensure ongoing operational readiness.
• Coordinate EOC operations and Emergency Response Notification system.
• Develop policies, procedures, objectives, and plans through research and data analysis.
• Oversee updates to the Emergency Management Plan and Emergency Operations Plan.
• Evaluate service delivery methods and implement improvements as needed.
• Assist with TDEM and FEMA processes and ensure proper documentation and compliance.
• Perform related work as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in emergency management

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Emergency management software

Job description

Under general supervision, coordinates the City's emergency management programs to ensure preparedness, effective response, and compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains emergency plans, policies, and procedures, and supports City departments throughout planning, response, and recovery operations. Collaborates with state and county emergency management agencies and internal departments to develop, implement, and coordinate emergency management plans and procedures.

• Coordinate supervision, training, hiring, performance evaluations, and staff appointments within assigned emergency management functions.
• Maintain the City's Emergency Management Plan and ensure ongoing operational readiness.
• Coordinate administrative operations of the City's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Emergency Response Notification system.
• Identify and resolve procedural and operational issues and develop emergency management policies, procedures, objectives, and plans through research and data analysis.
• Oversee the development, preparation, and implementation of updates to the City's Emergency Management Plan and Emergency Operations Plan.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods, workflows, support systems, and reporting structures and implement improvements as needed.
• Assist the City Council, City Manager, and Department Heads with Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) processes, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire, a valid Texas Driver License and be eligible for coverage under the City's vehicle insurance provider.
• Bachelor's degree in emergency management, business, public administration, or a related field.
• At least four years of experience in a municipal, county, regional, or state emergency management position.
• Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) certification.
• Certified Texas Emergency Manager.

• Knowledge of emergency management principles and practices, including NIMS, ICs, emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, and continuity of operations.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and TDEM requirements related to emergency management.
• Knowledge of EOC operations, emergency communications, notification systems, disaster planning, and community preparedness.
• Knowledge of public-sector budgeting, risk management, resource allocation, and program administration.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, cloud-based applications, emergency management software, and related technology.
• Skill in developing, implementing, and evaluating emergency management plans, policies, procedures, programs, and exercises.
• Skill in coordinating emergency preparedness and response activities involving multiple departments, agencies, and community partners.
• Skill in analyzing complex situations, identifying risks, and developing effective solutions.
• Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports, plans, policies, presentations, and other written materials.
• Skill in communicating effectively with City leadership, elected officials, employees, government agencies, community organizations, and the public.
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and make effective decisions during emergency and high-pressure situations.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple programs, projects, and operational needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency incidents, including working extended hours and in inclement or hazardous conditions.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions, emerging threats, and evolving priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.