District Emergency Management Leader

Texas Division of Emergency Management; Canyon (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Division of Emergency Management in Canyon, Texas seeks a District Chief for the Disaster District area. The role leads daily interactions with local officials, state and federal partners, and volunteers to plan, develop, and implement emergency management programs.

On-site operations, after-hours availability, and regular travel are required. The District Chief directs the Disaster District Committee and oversees DDEOC operations during planned and unplanned events, with leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
• Five (5) years of experience in relevant employment.
• Preferred experience in National Incident Management System and EOC roles.
• Must have Texas Driver’s License and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates the state emergency management program within the district.
• Train DDC members in emergency operations and laws.
• Coordinate DDEOC readiness and operations during events.
• Deploy to incident sites and manage resource coordination.
• Maintain communications with local, state, and federal partners.

Skills

Emergency management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GPS device

Job description

The Texas Division of Emergency Management in Canyon, Texas seeks a District Chief for the Disaster District area. The role leads daily interactions with local officials, state and federal partners, and volunteers to plan, develop, and implement emergency management programs.

On-site operations, after-hours availability, and regular travel are required. The District Chief directs the Disaster District Committee and oversees DDEOC operations during planned and unplanned events, with leadership