Regional Emergency Planner & EOC Coordinator

Fort Bend; Richmond (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County Emergency Management is seeking a dedicated on-call EOC Duty Officer to coordinate countywide emergency planning activities and support responses during activations.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or five years of related experience, strong planning and communication skills, and a willingness to work unusual hours including weekends and holidays. Training and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Emergency Management, or four years related experience.
• Five years specialized experience in research, planning, public information, program administration, or resource management.
• Knowledge of planning methods, project management, and analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, facilitates, and organizes countywide emergency planning activities.
• Reviews plans for compliance with guidance, ordinances, or regulations.
• Serve as liaison to committees and organizations.
• On-call EOC Duty Officer for 24-hour shifts during activations.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and outreach for all-hazards preparedness.
• Maintain training and credentials and be available to work irregular hours.

Skills

Emergency planning

Project management

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Public information

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or Emergency Management

Four years of related experience (substitution for degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fort Bend County Emergency Management is seeking a dedicated on-call EOC Duty Officer to coordinate countywide emergency planning activities and support responses during activations.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or five years of related experience, strong planning and communication skills, and a willingness to work unusual hours including weekends and holidays. Training and travel may be required.