Emergency Health Preparedness Planner

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

11 paid holidays per year

Education and Development

Job summary

State of Ohio is seeking a Hospital Preparedness Planner to lead initiatives ensuring readiness for public health emergencies across natural and man-made threats in Ohio. The role emphasizes planning, coordination, and continuous improvement of preparedness programs.

You will work with multiple healthcare facilities, local and state partners, and contribute to exercises, trainings, and compliance with federal preparedness standards. Strong research and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area.
• 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical

Responsibilities

• Lead critical initiatives to ensure Ohio is ready to respond to public health emergencies.
• Develop and maintain emergency preparedness plans for the Department of Health.
• Coordinate with healthcare facilities, local health departments, NGOs, and state/federal agencies for a common operating picture.
• Support and coordinate agency emergency response operations.
• Staff the Emergency Support Function #8 Desk at the State Emergency Operations Center.
• Organize exercises, after-action reviews, and trainings.
• Represent the Department on preparedness committees and at public health conferences.
• Assist with grants, proposals, and federal preparedness standards compliance.

Skills

Planning & Development

Job description

State of Ohio is seeking a Hospital Preparedness Planner to lead initiatives ensuring readiness for public health emergencies across natural and man-made threats in Ohio. The role emphasizes planning, coordination, and continuous improvement of preparedness programs.

You will work with multiple healthcare facilities, local and state partners, and contribute to exercises, trainings, and compliance with federal preparedness standards. Strong research and communication skills are essential.