Emergency Planning & Readiness Lead

City of Amarillo; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Amarillo is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to coordinate emergency plan development and maintenance, assist with EOC operations, and contribute to exercise design for Emergency Management.

The role includes developing and distributing emergency operation plans, budget input, and grant management from state and federal sources, while enhancing public awareness and preparedness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Emergency Management, Planning, Business, or Public Administration or equivalent.
• Completion of NIMS/ICS courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-702, IS-703, IS-706, IS-800, G-300, & G-400 within one year.
• FEMA Professional Development Series IS-120, IS-230, IS-235, IS-240, IS-241, IS-242, and IS-244 within one year.
• Valid Texas Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• May serve as 24/7 Duty Officer on a rotating basis with other OEM staff.
• Participates in all Emergency Operations Center activations, with or without notice.
• Maintains readiness of communications, warning, computer, and AV equipment in the EOC; tests and arranges repairs.
• Assists with developing and maintaining SOPs for EOC/alternate EOC.
• Maintains PC hardware and software at an operational level.
• Coordinates with City departments, residents, businesses, and public on planning updates.
• Assists in setup/operation of EOC during activations and coordinates equipment.
• Assists with printing and distribution of Emergency Operations Plan and SOPs.

Skills

Emergency management knowledge

NIMS/ICS knowledge

Effective writing skills

Education

Degree in Emergency Management, Planning, Business, or Public Administration

Job description

The City of Amarillo is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to coordinate emergency plan development and maintenance, assist with EOC operations, and contribute to exercise design for Emergency Management.

The role includes developing and distributing emergency operation plans, budget input, and grant management from state and federal sources, while enhancing public awareness and preparedness initiatives.