On-Call Emergency Preparedness Specialist

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health seeks an Emergency Preparedness Specialist to support and implement emergency plans and procedures for public health events. The role involves supervising staff and coordinating with area hospitals and first responders to ensure readiness.

The incumbent serves on-call 24/7, helps develop public health plans, inventories equipment, and analyzes data for reports. Associates degree and 2 years of experience are required, with ICS training preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and two years of experience required at the lower level.
• Experience in emergency planning or strategic planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned staff and manage workloads.
• Develop and implement a 24/7 on-call program.
• Coordinate with hospitals and first responders for emergency preparedness.
• Gathers, compiles, and analyzes data and submits reports.
• Maintain inventory and equipment needs for readiness.

Skills

Supervision

Customer service

Emergency planning

Emergency management

Volunteer recruitment

Data analysis

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Georgia Department of Public Health seeks an Emergency Preparedness Specialist to support and implement emergency plans and procedures for public health events. The role involves supervising staff and coordinating with area hospitals and first responders to ensure readiness.

The incumbent serves on-call 24/7, helps develop public health plans, inventories equipment, and analyzes data for reports. Associates degree and 2 years of experience are required, with ICS training preferred.