Logistics Coordinator (Emergency Management Program Specialist 2)

DGS Office of External Affairs; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Logistics Coordinator (Emergency Management Program Specialist 2) is a 10-month non-permanent civilian position within Washington State's Emergency Management Division, providing professional support for developing, implementing, and delivering emergency management services with a focus on logistics and mutual aid. It reports to the Logistics Program Supervisor and involves statewide coordination.

The role includes coordinating with federal and local partners, developing statewide emergency

Qualifications

• Two years of professional emergency management experience OR a Bachelor's degree plus two years in the field.
• Strong customer relations, negotiations, and problem resolution skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to develop program documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop statewide emergency plans and mutual aid strategies.
• Coordinate with federal and local partners for response and exercises.
• Conduct outreach and training to build readiness across agencies.
• Support operations during emergencies at the State Emergency Operations Center.

Skills

Emergency management experience

Customer relations

Negotiation

Problem resolution

Fast-paced work

Shift flexibility

Team coordination

Office suite

Education

Bachelor's degree (Emergency Management preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Logistics Coordinator (Emergency Management Program Specialist 2) is a 10-month non-permanent civilian position with Washington State's Emergency Management Division that provides professional-level support for developing, implementing, and delivering emergency management services with focus on logistics and mutual aid. The role reports to the Logistics Program Supervisor and involves developing statewide emergency plans, coordinating with federal and local partners, conducting outreach and training, and supporting operations during emergencies at the State Emergency Operations Center.

Key qualifications:

• Two years of experience as an Emergency Management Program Specialist 1, OR a Bachelor's degree plus two years of professional emergency management experience
• Strong customer relations, negotiations, and problem resolution skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to develop program documents
• Willingness to work on military-controlled access installation and obtain REAL * ID compliant identification
• Ability to work in fast-paced emergency response environments with potential rotating shifts including weekends and evenings