Emergency Planning Captain - Public Safety Leader

INAWWA; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Carmel is seeking an experienced Planning Captain to lead emergency management and EOC operations, shaping how the city prepares for emergencies and coordinates major incidents and events. You will collaborate with Fire, Police, City departments and outside partners to ensure readiness and effective response.

The role emphasizes developing response plans, maintaining critical communications, and supporting technology systems while advancing public safety readiness for high-pressure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical training in fire science or emergency management preferred.
• 5+ years in emergency management, fire service operations, or public safety communications.
• Fire service certifications such as Firefighter I/II, EMT, HazMat, Technical Rescue, Fire Officer, Fire Instructor, IOS, FOST.
• FEMA/NIMS ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800; ICS-300/400 preferred.
• Experience in EOC or incident command environment.
• Valid Indiana driver's license.
• Strong communication, organization, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple agencies and disciplines under pressure.
• Ability to analyze information and make timely decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Emergency Management & EOC Operations by serving in EOC roles (EOC Manager or Planning Section Chief) and support incident command.
• Develop and maintain emergency operations plans, continuity of operations, and incident-specific procedures.
• Coordinate with City departments, public safety partners, agencies, dispatch, and outside organizations to enhance preparedness and response.
• Plan for major events by coordinating emergency management support, planning, and response strategies.
• Build readiness through training, multi-agency exercises, planning meetings, and after-action reviews.
• Support Fire Department communications systems, including radios, data systems, phones, and software platforms.
• Collaborate with Technology and Dispatch to troubleshoot issues and maintain public safety communications.
• Assist with records management, reporting, compliance and performance initiatives.
• Support emerging public safety tech programs including UAS as assigned.
• Assist budgets and resources for communications and technology equipment.

Skills

Emergency management

Public safety communications

Incident planning

Cross-agency coordination

EOC operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Fire Science / Emergency Management / Public Administration

Tools

CAD/RMS systems

Public safety technology

Job description

City of Carmel is seeking an experienced Planning Captain to lead emergency management and EOC operations, shaping how the city prepares for emergencies and coordinates major incidents and events. You will collaborate with Fire, Police, City departments and outside partners to ensure readiness and effective response.

The role emphasizes developing response plans, maintaining critical communications, and supporting technology systems while advancing public safety readiness for high-pressure