Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities)

Hagerty Consulting, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 103,320 - 275,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted memberships

Paid time off and leave benefits

Job summary

Hagerty Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) to support clients on energy resilience, critical infrastructure, and emergency management challenges across the nation.

The role requires 5–10+ years leading energy or critical infrastructure programs, strong client-facing skills, knowledge of electric operations, and experience with mutual aid; Master Exercise Practitioner certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience leading energy or critical infrastructure programs through major incidents.
• Knowledge of electric transmission, distribution and storm restoration logistics.
• Experience with the national mutual aid process.
• Strong client-facing skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Active MEP certification or advanced emergency management credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as an advisor for diverse clients across the emergency management cycle, providing hands-on support.
• Guide clients through storm restoration planning and utility response challenges.
• Review regulatory reporting requirements to ensure compliance at state and federal levels.
• Assist with development of PSPS plans and other mitigation strategies for local contexts.
• Design, facilitate, and evaluate high-stakes exercises for staff and leadership.

Skills

Client-facing skills

5-10+ years experience

Electric operations knowledge

Mutual aid coordination experience

MEP certification preferred

Job description

Make a difference with a team committed to resilience, leadership, and tackling challenges that shape stronger communities.

Our people are our greatest strength. We bring together top talent to solve complex challenges, offering rewarding careers that provide purpose, growth, and impact.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the well-being and financial security of our regular, full-time, and project-specific employees. Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, a 401(k) Plan, and Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Transportation. We also provide Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and various types of paid leave, including sick, parental, and bereavement. Additional perks, such as discounted memberships, further enhance our commitment to employee well-being.

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Commitment to Our Values

At Hagerty, our core values of integrity, innovation, teamwork, and excellence guide everything we do. These values shape our culture and drive the exceptional service we deliver. We foster a collaborative environment that encourages new ideas, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. By upholding the highest standards, we empower our team to lead, innovate, and create lasting impact - both within our organization and in the communities we serve.

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Life at Hagerty

A day in the life of a Hagerty professional is dynamic, rewarding, and driven by a shared commitment to excellence. Our team collaborates on impactful projects, tackling complex challenges with ingenuity and expertise. We cultivate a supportive environment where professional growth is encouraged, achievements are celebrated, and employees are empowered to lead, innovate, and succeed.

What Our Professionals Are Saying

"While in local government, I had the benefit of working with the former Mayor and Founder of Hagerty Consulting, Steve Hagerty. When looking for a new role, I didn't have to look far for a company where I could continue to support local governments. Now, I serve under our COO, supporting Hagerty’s internal operations. I take pride in improving internal functions as my efforts allow my colleagues to spend their time and energy serving our clients."

"What I love most about my role at Hagerty is the opportunity to truly shape my own journey. I’m able to pursue projects and opportunities that align with my passions and have the potential to shape the future of our industry. The best part? I know I have the full support of my colleagues to help turn those ideas into reality."

"My former boss went to Hagerty and liked it so much he said I had to come work here- three years later, the rest is history! I love my role because I’m able to use my expertise in different ways and mentor younger colleagues. I enjoy helping them discover their passions and find learning opportunities. Hagerty strives to ensure that everyone is on the right project that aligns with their skills."

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Jobs at Hagerty

Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities)

Hagerty Consulting, Inc. (Hagerty) is the nation's leading emergency management and homeland security consulting firm. Known for its public spirit, innovative thinking, problem-solving, and exceptional people, Hagerty is sought after to work on some of the largest and most complex crisis and emergency management issues. We serve our clients across the nation to enhance their preparedness programs; create more resilient and sustainable communities; provide innovative solutions to enhance their response; and obtain and manage grants and loans to support their recovery.

The Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) will support clients in navigating the complexities of energy and critical infrastructure resilience. A successful candidate will have demonstrated utility experience in emergency preparedness and response, understanding both the operational realities of utility response and restoration and the rigorous requirements of emergency management. You will serve as an advisor to clients, offering hands-on support with translating emergency management principles into actionable solutions through a utility-specific lens.

This posting is being used to build a talent pipeline for potential future openings across our firm. This opportunity is open to Independent Contractors (1099) only at this time; as such, a valid Employer Identification Number (EIN) will be required in order to be considered for this opportunity.

Responsibilities for the Independent Contractor , Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) Include:

• Operational Emergency Management: Act as an advisor for a range of clients, including state and local governments and public and private utilities, across all phases of the emergency management cycle, providing hands-on support and guidance.
• Utility & Restoration Strategy: Guide clients through challenges involving but not limited to storm restoration planning, transmission and distribution operations, complex mutual aid coordination, and utility-specific response structures to ensure rapid, efficient response after utility disruptions.
• Regulatory & Compliance Oversight: Manage reviews oftechnical requirements for regulatory reporting, ensuring that utility actions meet state and federal reporting standards.
• Infrastructure Resiliency Planning: Assist with the development of Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) plans and other proactive mitigation strategies tailored to local operational constraints.
• Executive Facilitation & Training: Help with the design, facilitation, and evaluation of high-stakes exercises for operational staff and/or senior leadership, translating operational lessons into action items and growth strategies.

Qualifications for the Independent Contractor , Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) Include:

• 5-10+ years of experience leading energy or critical infrastructure organizations and/or clients through large-scale disaster response (e.g., hurricanes, wildfires, ice storms, or major power disruptions).
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of electric operations, ideally regarding transmission and distribution systems and storm restoration logistics.
• Proven experience with the national mutual aid process.
• Exceptional client-facing skills with the ability to influence and lead at a senior level.
• Active Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP) certification or advanced emergency management/exercise credentials preferred.

Compensation for the Independent Contractor , Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) Include:

• Salary range of $75-$200/hr. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, location, travel requirements, and other business and organizational needs.

Hagerty Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity/national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status, characteristic or condition protected by local, state, or federal law. We promote equal opportunity in all our employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

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Our team includes seasoned emergency managers and leaders from both the public and private sectors, delivering strategic insights to every project.