Coordinator, Emergency Management

City of Kyle, TX; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kyle is seeking a Coordinator, Emergency Management to oversee the City’s emergency management programs, ensuring preparedness, timely response, and compliance with applicable laws and agency requirements. The role collaborates with state and county partners to develop and coordinate plans and procedures.

The position manages the Emergency Operations Center, supports staff, and works closely with City leadership to implement updates, document processes, and improve service delivery in

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.

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 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.

Skills

Emergency management

Policy development

Stakeholder coordination

Data analysis

Incident command

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Office 365

Emergency management software

Job description

Full Job Description

Coordinator, Emergency Management

Salary
$96,390.00 – $118,724.74 Annually

Location
Public Safety Center – 1700 Kohlers Crossing, Kyle, TX

Job Type
Full-Time

Job Number
202700014

Department
Kyle Police Department

Division
Office of the Chief

Opening Date
10/27/2026

Closing Date
11/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA
Exempt

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.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

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, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of emergency management principles and practices, including NIMS, IC, 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.

Additional Information

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Employment with the City of Kyle is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.Selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and a pre-employment drugscreen and, depending on the position, may require a physical assessment upon the conditional job offer.

Employer

City of Kyle

Address
100 W. Center Street

Kyle, Texas, 78640

Website
https://www.cityofkyle.gov/