Program Coordinator (Emergency Management Intelligence Officer)

Western Kentucky University; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Emergency Management Intelligence Officer to join their team in Springfield. This role involves serving as a key point of contact for federal, state, and local emergency management communities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a background in emergency management or public safety. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about public safety and ready to take on a vital role, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Waiver

Discounts to local YMCA

Qualifications

• One year experience in emergency management or public safety discipline.
• Must pass national security clearance investigation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Emergency Management Intelligence Officer for STIC.
• Act as point of contact for emergency management community.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree from accredited institution

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

Job description

Category: Administrative, Professional & Staff Positions

Department: IL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAIN STD BOARD EXEC INST ADMIN

Locations: Springfield, IL

Posted: Mar 27, 2025

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: FT - Continuous

PositionID: 186815

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES: This position serves as the Emergency Management Intelligence Officer (EMIO) to the Statewide Terrorism & Intelligence Center (STIC), and subject matter expert and point of contact for the federal, state, and local emergency management community and the local government community.

WORK LOCATION: Springfield, IL

APPOINTMENT: As soon as possible

WAGE: $4,642 - $5106 / month

Western Illinois University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long-Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans.

Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.

Other benefits available to eligible employees include: paid time-off, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Waiver programs, and discounts to the local YMCA.

Requirements:

• One year prior work experience in a school or behavioral setting, emergency management, homeland security, law enforcement, research and analysis, social services, or other public safety related discipline or an agency approved training program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must pass a national security clearance investigation and background investigation
• Requires working knowledge of the Microsoft Office and Windows environments, and common applications for word processing, charting, database and spreadsheet manipulation
• Ability to analyze, compare and interpret intelligence and draw conclusions
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with coworkers, emergency management personnel, and other homeland security partners
• Skill in both verbal and written communication
• Ability to work with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of the principles and practices pertaining to the assigned department
• Skill in program development and execution
• Skill in problem solving and decision-making
• Skill in planning, analyzing and coordinating activities and establishing priorities
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Excellent organizational skills

For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Unless otherwise stated, the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.

Application Instructions:

Complete an Employment Application online by clicking APPLY NOW or by navigating to the WIU Employment page. Upload and submit supplemental application materials, including copies of official academic transcript(s) and a current resume, within the applicant portal.

**Note**: In order to upload, individual documents must be under 2 MB in size.

Western Illinois University endeavors to provide a safe environment for its employees and students and requires candidates to submit to a background investigation upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon compliance with University policies and procedures relating to the receipt and evaluation of information contained in the background investigation.

Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, veterans, women and individuals with disabilities.

For assistance with the online application system contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].