Emergency Management Project Coordinator

Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) seeks a diligent hazard mitigation project officer to support statewide grant processes and local mitigation efforts. You will coordinate with jurisdictions, provide technical guidance, and help ensure compliance with grant requirements while advancing resilience initiatives.

Reporting to the Deputy SHMO, you will assist in planning, reporting, and stakeholder education on risk reduction, recovery, and preparedness across Maryland communities.

Qualifications

• Four years of administrative staff or professional work.
• Substitution options: 30 college credit hours per year of experience, or degrees may substitute.
• Strong writing, presentation, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 on-call environment and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with local jurisdictions to solicit, review, submit, and monitor hazard mitigation projects through all grant stages.
• Provide technical assistance to develop and update hazard mitigation plans.
• Compile subrecipient reports and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
• Monitor grant-funded projects, verify reimbursements, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Grant management

Project coordination

Communication skills

Writing skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) seeks a diligent hazard mitigation project officer to support statewide grant processes and local mitigation efforts. You will coordinate with jurisdictions, provide technical guidance, and help ensure compliance with grant requirements while advancing resilience initiatives.

Reporting to the Deputy SHMO, you will assist in planning, reporting, and stakeholder education on risk reduction, recovery, and preparedness across Maryland communities.