Emergency Preparedness Training and Exercise Coordinator

DeKalb Public Health (GA); Georgia; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3 weeks annual leave

3 weeks sick leave

Hybrid teleworking after probation

Health insurance

Retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)

Employer 401K match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

DeKalb Public Health seeks a Public Health Preparedness Training and Exercise Coordinator to join District 3-5 County. Under limited supervision, you will assess training needs, plan and schedule exercises, prepare after action reports, and track implementation of improvement plans to strengthen community readiness.

The role requires a strong background in emergency preparedness/training, NIMS familiarity, and ability to coordinate across multiple partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years of relevant training/educational experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred for advanced roles and career progression
• Experience in Emergency Preparedness, training design, and program management is desirable

Responsibilities

• Assess Emergency Preparedness training and exercise needs for the public health district.
• Plan and schedule exercises to assess plans and facilitate after action reviews.
• Prepare after action reports and improvement plans and track completion of tasks.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Description

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:

Salary

$60,000.00 Annually

Location

DeKalb County, GA

Job Type

Full Time Salaried

Job Number

2025-10112

Division/Section

District 3-5 County Position

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:

Public Health Preparedness Training and Exercise Coordinator (10054)

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDE

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Annual Leave
• 3 Weeks Sick Leave
• Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm
• Pension Plan
• Employer 401K Match
• Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
• Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Worksite Wellness
• Diverse Workforce
• Opportunities for Growth
• Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation

Job Responsibilities

Under limited supervision of the Emergency Preparedness Manager, the Emergency Preparedness Training and Exercise Coordinator will: Assess Emergency Preparedness training and exercise needs for the public health district. Participate in hazard vulnerability analyses, evaluate training options to address gaps, and schedule training. Plan and schedule exercises to assess plans, facilitate exercises, and participate in after action reviews. Prepare after action reports and improvement plans and track the completion of assigned improvement plan tasks. Review plans and initiates change based upon exercise outcomes and real-world events. Communicate plan changes to internal district partners. Submit required reports to Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program as required. Ensure that all DKPH employees complete required National Incident Management System (NIMS) training and maintain NIMS training records. Participate in events designed to promote community preparedness and resilience with community partners.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of experience providing educational, training or instructional services in functional area;

OR

One (1) year of experience required at the lower level Training & Dev Spec 2 (GSP121)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree preferred. Experience in public health program management, in areas such as emergency preparedness or emergency management. Teaching or training experience. Experience developing training materials and/or curriculum and exercise development. Experience in the use of MS Word, Excel, and SharePoint computer application software. Master’s degree in a related field.

Additional Information

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason. Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Standard Benefits For Full-Time Salaried Employees

• flexible schedule
• training opportunities
• health insurance
• employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)
• deferred compensation
• 13 paid holidays
• vacation & sick leave
• paid parental leave
• dental
• vision
• long term care
• life insurance

Standard Benefits For Part-Time Employees

• Georgia Defined Contribution Plan
• paid parental leave

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Are you a current employee of DeKalb Public Health?

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• No

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Have you ever worked for the Agency DeKalb Board of Health/ DeKalb Public Health that you are applying for?

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• No

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What is your highest level of education completed?

• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School Diploma
• GED

04

Do you have practical experience applying the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) methodology to plan, develop, conduct, or evaluate exercises?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least five (5) years of professional experience developing, coordinating, facilitating, or delivering Emergency Preparedness (EP) training?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have practical experience applying the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) methodology to plan, develop, conduct, or evaluate exercises?

• No
• Yes

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Do you have professional experience in Emergency Management, Public Health Emergency Preparedness, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

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Have you coordinated or participated in the development and execution of emergency preparedness exercises, drills, or simulations?

• Yes
• No

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Have you developed or delivered training materials, presentations, workshops, or educational sessions for staff, partners, or other stakeholders?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience applying the National Incident Management System (NIMS) or related emergency management principles in your professional work?

• Yes
• No

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Have you worked with public health agencies, emergency management agencies, healthcare organizations, government agencies, or community partners on preparedness activities?

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• No

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Have you facilitated meetings, training sessions, exercises, workshops, or after-action discussions involving multiple stakeholders?

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Have you developed, maintained, or evaluated emergency preparedness plans, exercise documentation, after-action reports, improvement plans, or corrective actions?

• Yes
• No

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Have you experience adapting training or exercises to different audiences, skill levels, or learning styles?

• Yes
• No

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Scenario Question: You are responsible for coordinating a public health emergency preparedness exercise involving multiple departments and community partners. Two weeks before the exercise, you discover that several key participants have not completed the required training, one partner agency has not confirmed its participation, and the exercise materials contain conflicting information. The exercise is still scheduled to occur as planned. What would you do? Please describe, step-by-step, how you would assess the situation, prioritize the issues, communicate with stakeholders, take corrective action, and ensure the exercise is successful.

Required Question

Employer Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)

Address 200 Piedmont Ave, SE

West Tower

Atlanta, Georgia, 30334

Website http://dph.georgia.gov