Emergency Management Coordinator II: Preparedness & EOC Ops

Jefferson-Parish; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish is seeking to fill one current West Jefferson vacancy in the Emergency Management Department. The role involves assisting the Assistant Director in daily operations, developing and maintaining emergency plans, and coordinating with agencies and community partners to ensure safety and preparedness for disasters.

The position requires handling budgets, monitoring federal funding, and supporting EOC activation readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Fire Science, Homeland Security or related field; PLUS significant emergency management or related experience, per options in the posting.
• Associate's degree plus considerable emergency management experience or related field work; certification required*.
• High school diploma with extensive emergency management experience and related certifications; substantial experience is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive emergency management plans and programs for Jefferson Parish.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies and community organizations to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.
• Prepare federal budget, assist in parish budget, and generate monthly expenditure reports for federal funding.

Job description

Jefferson Parish is seeking to fill one current West Jefferson vacancy in the Emergency Management Department. The role involves assisting the Assistant Director in daily operations, developing and maintaining emergency plans, and coordinating with agencies and community partners to ensure safety and preparedness for disasters.

The position requires handling budgets, monitoring federal funding, and supporting EOC activation readiness.