Senior Emergency Management Specialist — Lead & Programs

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking an experienced Emergency Management Specialist III to lead high-level emergency management projects and program administration. You will oversee training and exercise materials, review plans, and coordinate response efforts, serving as a subject matter expert during critical events and outside business hours.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of disaster or emergency management experience, with readiness for 24/7

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, emergency management, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in disaster or emergency management.
• Texas Class C driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) is highly preferred.
• Background check and drug test required.
• Availability for varying shifts; nights/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates emergency management, crisis response, recovery, and mitigation projects as assigned.
• Serves as an administrator for specific emergency management programs and initiatives.
• Oversees the development and execution of emergency management training and exercise materials.
• Reviews and analyzes plans and procedures and develops new plans and procedures as appropriate.
• Makes recommendations for procedural revisions; evaluates Emergency Operations Center activations and suggests improvements.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for emergencies and large-scale special events, including non-business hours.
• Provides input, reviews, and updates the City of Dallas Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan.
• Performs other work as needed or assigned.

Skills

Emergency management

Written communication

Leadership in emergencies

Public safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Job description

The City of Dallas is seeking an experienced Emergency Management Specialist III to lead high-level emergency management projects and program administration. You will oversee training and exercise materials, review plans, and coordinate response efforts, serving as a subject matter expert during critical events and outside business hours.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of disaster or emergency management experience, with readiness for 24/7