Remote Emergency Management Planner | Travel Up to 30%

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. seeks an Emergency Management Planner to support development and implementation of emergency preparedness, response, and recovery programs for state and local governments, transportation agencies, private organizations, and other clients nationwide.

The ideal candidate brings practical emergency management experience, strong technical writing skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in emergency management or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of professional emergency management experience; 3+ preferred.
• Familiarity with FEMA guidance (CPG-101, NIMS, NRF).
• Familiarity with NDRF, HSEEP, and continuity planning principles.
• Completion of FEMA IS-100/200/700/800.
• Experience developing emergency management plans and related documents.
• Strong technical writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update emergency plans and after‑action reports.
• Analyze information and incorporate regulations and best practices into deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders to determine planning needs and solutions.
• Lead or support planning meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement.
• Design, develop, conduct, and evaluate emergency management training and exercises.
• Prepare clear, accurate technical documents and presentations.
• Manage tasks and deadlines under the direction of a Project Manager.
• Travel to support client meetings, workshops, and EOC activities.
• Work in accordance with policies, regulations, and safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency management

Technical writing

Project coordination

Time management

Microsoft Office

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in emergency management

FEMA IS-100/200/700/800

Master's degree in emergency management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tetra Tech, Inc. seeks an Emergency Management Planner to support development and implementation of emergency preparedness, response, and recovery programs for state and local governments, transportation agencies, private organizations, and other clients nationwide.

The ideal candidate brings practical emergency management experience, strong technical writing skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary project team.