EOC & Emergency Systems Leader

Chatham, County of (NC); Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham County is seeking an experienced Emergency Operations technology leader to plan, operate, and secure mission-critical systems supporting 9-1-1 operations, emergency management, and public safety communications.

The role provides executive oversight of technical staff, oversees service delivery, and guides architecture, cyber security coordination, and disaster resilience planning during emergencies and system outages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in mission‑critical technology systems.
• Experience in public safety communications, emergency operations technology, or related infrastructure.
• Supervisory experience and demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, mentors, evaluates, and develops technical staff.
• Provides technical leadership during emergencies and EOC activations.
• Oversees and ensures the reliability, security, and resiliency of mission‑critical systems.
• Manages vendor relationships, budgets, and lifecycle replacement planning.
• Develops disaster recovery, business continuity plans, and capital project roadmaps.
• Participates in exercises and continuous improvement activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Emergency Management, Public Safety Communications, or a related field

Job description

Chatham County is seeking an experienced Emergency Operations technology leader to plan, operate, and secure mission-critical systems supporting 9-1-1 operations, emergency management, and public safety communications.

The role provides executive oversight of technical staff, oversees service delivery, and guides architecture, cyber security coordination, and disaster resilience planning during emergencies and system outages.