Disaster Management Area Coordinator

Héroux-Devtek Spain; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Héroux-Devtek Spain is seeking a Disaster Management Area Coordinator to serve as the chief regional emergency management advisor to Area E JPA. The role combines leadership, strategic planning, program management, and operational coordination to advance emergency management for Area E and its member jurisdictions.

The DMAC acts as the primary liaison between Area E and the Los Angeles County Operational Area, coordinating with CAL OES, FEMA, and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Chief regional emergency management advisor to the Area E Joint Powers Authority.
• Develops and implements regional emergency management initiatives; administers grant-funded programs.
• Builds trusted relationships with elected officials, city managers, and partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead executive leadership, strategic planning, program management, and operational coordination.
• Serve as primary liaison between Area E and the Los Angeles County Operational Area.
• Coordinate with CAL OES, FEMA, and other government partners.
• Balance strategic leadership with operational effectiveness.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Program management

Operational coordination

Job description

Salary: $105,000.00 - $133,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Oct 15, 2026

Consulting

The Disaster Management Area Coordinator serves as the chief regional emergency management advisor to the Area E Joint Powers Authority.
The position combines executive leadership, strategic planning, program management, and operational coordination to advance Area E's and its member jurisdictions' emergency management capabilities.
The DMAC serves as the primary liaison between Area E and the Los Angeles County Operational Area while maintaining collaborative relationships with CAL OES, FEMA, neighboring Disaster Management Areas, public safety agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other governmental partners.
Under the policy direction of the General Board and Executive Committee, the DMAC develops and implements regional emergency management initiatives, administers grant-funded programs, supports emergency operations, and promotes collaboration among member jurisdictions.
Success in this position requires balancing strategic leadership with operational effectiveness while building trusted relationships among elected officials, city managers, emergency managers, public safety leaders, and partner agencies.