Emergency Management Exercise Coordinator

Taleo; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 2,790,000 - 3,410,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases over your first

Free Parking

Free Gym Access

Job summary

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Emergency Management Agency in Columbus seeks an Emergency Management Exercise Coordinator to lead training and exercise activities, develop programs, and provide technical guidance in preparedness.

You will collaborate with other ODPS sections and regional staff, design and implement an ongoing exercise plan, monitor progress, and ensure all exercises comply with EMA, state, and federal guidelines.

Qualifications

• Option 1: Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area; AND 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in research methods; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication.
• Option 2: 6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned program area.
• Assigned Program Area: Minimum Qualifications Completion of an undergraduate core program or 24 months experience in emergency preparedness, disaster management, or homeland security.

Responsibilities

• Respond & recover from emergencies & disasters through training & exercise activities; Assess local & state program needs & provide comprehensive technical guidance & assistance in preparedness training & exercise; Assist in the development & implementation of a progressive exercise plan based on the review of the state emergency operations plan;
• Collaborate with other Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) sections & regional staff to assist localities in development of training & exercise criteria, programs, & training goals;
• Ensure required exercises are designed appropriately & are conducted in accordance with established Emergency Management Agency (EMA), state, & federal guidelines; Coordinate the collection of the multiyear training & exercise plan & update as necessary;
• Develop & maintain an exercise development guide in conjunction with the Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program (HSEEP) process & design course; Monitor completion of required EMA exercises for reporting purposes;
• Plan, schedule, & conduct training & exercise programs (e.g., schedule employees & instructors for sessions; prepare & revise training materials; conduct workshops, reviews, & training sessions);

Skills

Planning and Development

Emergency Management

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description - Emergency Management Exercise Coordinator (260007BS)

Emergency Management Exercise Coordinator ( 260007BS )

Organization

Public Safety

Unposting Date

Oct 8, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

EMA - EOC - JDF 2855 W Dublin-Granville Road Columbus 43235

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $31.47 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Planning and Development

Technical Skills : Emergency Management

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Teamwork

Agency Overview

Emergency Management Agency

Coordinates activities to mitigate, prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters, both natural and man-made.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety –Emergency Management Agency

Report In Location – 2855 W. Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Gym Access!

What You'll Do as an Emergency Management Exercise Coordinator

• Respond & recover from emergencies & disasters through training & exercise activities; Assess local & state program needs & provide comprehensive technical guidance & assistance in preparedness training & exercise; Assist in the development & implementation of a progressive exercise plan based on the review of the state emergency operations plan;
• Collaborate with other Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) sections & regional staff to assist localities in development of training & exercise criteria, programs, & training goals;
• Ensure required exercises are designed appropriately & are conducted in accordance with established Emergency Management Agency (EMA), state, & federal guidelines; Coordinate the collection of the multiyear training & exercise plan & update as necessary;
• Develop & maintain an exercise development guide in conjunction with the Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program (HSEEP) process & design course; Monitor completion of required EMA exercises for reporting purposes;
• Plan, schedule, & conduct training & exercise programs (e.g., schedule employees & instructors for sessions; prepare & revise training materials; con-duct workshops, reviews, & training sessions);

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

OPTION 1: Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area (e.g., engineering, landscape architecture, rehabilitation, mental health technology, transportation, physical, behavioral & social science, urban or community planning, natural resources, business or public administration);
AND - 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods used in conducting & documenting research studies;
AND - 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations;
AND - 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting;
AND - 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication.

OPTION 2:
-Or 6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned program area.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Assigned Program Area: Minimum Qualifications Completion of an undergraduate core program or 24 months experience in emergency preparedness, disaster management, or homeland security.

Job Skills: Planning and Development

Supplemental Information

Background Check Information A background check including a BCI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.