Emergency Prep Planner II

State of Utah; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Utah seeks a proactive Emergency Prep Planner II to join our Draper team. This full‑time, in‑office role designs, implements, and evaluates Emergency Operations Plans to safeguard Army installations, facilities, personnel, contractors, and families from natural and man‑made disasters.

If you are a strategic thinker who thrives on cross‑agency collaboration and community resilience, we want you on our front lines of preparedness. Location: 12953 So.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) structure.
• Strong familiarity with emergency management, safety, and risk management principles.
• Proven capacity to analyze data, assess options, and communicate results clearly.
• Ability to present to large audiences and translate regulations into plain language.
• Experience working within diverse teams and cross‑functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan, update, and author comprehensive Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs) for facilities and areas.
• Direct risk mitigation strategies for earthquakes, hazardous materials, and other crises.
• Coordinate across federal, state, and local units to ensure program alignment.
• Develop tactical safety solutions, including evacuation routes and resource allocations.
• Design instructional materials and deliver training to leadership, guard staff, and groups.

Skills

NIMS

ICS

Risk management

Analytical ability

Effective communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $23.86 - $35.85 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Chelsea Rodemack | [e-mail] Application Deadline – 9/15/2026

Key Responsibilities

The Utah National Guard is seeking a proactive, analytical, and community-minded Emergency Prep Planner II to join our team in Draper. This is not just an office job; it is a vital mission to design, implement, and evaluate emergency operations plans (EOPs) that safeguard our Army installations, facilities, personnel, contractors, and military families from natural and man-made disasters.

If you are a strategic thinker who thrives on cross-agency collaboration and community resilience, we want you on our front lines of preparedness.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan & Protect: Evaluate, update, and author comprehensive Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs) for assigned facilities and areas, ensuring alignment with the Federal Civil Defense Act.
• All-Hazards Incident Management: Direct and evaluate risk mitigation strategies for earthquakes, hazardous materials, nuclear/non-nuclear emergencies, and other critical crises.
• Interoperable Coordination: Serve as a core resource to integrate crisis management operations across federal, state, and local government units, ensuring compliance with Army Protection programs.
• Public Safety Design: Develop tactical safety solutions, including building evacuation routes, public safety procedures, and life-support resource allocations (medical care, feeding logistics).
• Train & Educate: Design instructional materials and deliver dynamic presentations/stand‑up training to leadership, guard staff, civic groups, and schools.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you must bring a solid foundation in emergency management principles and a collaborative mindset.

Required Upon Entry

• Framework Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) structure.
• Risk & Strategy: Strong familiarity with the principles, theories, and practices of emergency management, safety, and risk management.
• Analytical Ability: Proven capacity to use logic, analyze complex data sets, and weigh the relative costs/benefits of potential safety actions.
• Communication Excellence: Ability to speak clearly and dynamically before large audiences, translate complex regulations into plain language, and produce concise written materials.
• Team Dynamics: A track record of working effectively within diverse workgroups and cross‑functional teams.

Trainable After Entry

• Deep familiarity with specific Army Protection programs and localized agency objectives/structures.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Environment: Position is primarily based in a typical, well‑lit, climate‑controlled office setting.
• Physical Demands: Largely sedentary, comfortable desk work with occasional walking, standing, light carrying, or local driving for training/coordination purposes.

About The Role

Location –

12953 So. Minuteman Dr.

Draper, Utah, 84020

United States

Background Check Required

You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required

Schedule Code

TL - Time limited

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah ,

Benefits

Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well‑established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

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EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].