Sr Specialist, Emergency Mgmt

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement plan with company matches

FSAs (Medical/Dependent)

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Sr Specialist, Emergency Mgmt to support planning, coordination, and implementation of emergency management programs. The role provides operational support in the Emergency Operations Center and contributes to community preparedness, outreach, and resilience initiatives.

Applicants should have six years of related experience or a relevant degree and applicable ICS certifications.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of related experience/education are required.
• Combination of experience and education such as a Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security, Emergency Management or related field is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Develops strategic goals and plans for city readiness and unified emergency responses.
• Assists with policy development to improve preparedness and daily operations.
• Supports plan development and updates for NIMS compliance and training.
• Participates in training and exercises for the Fort Collins community including public and private sectors.
• Maintains emergency notification systems and supports EOC activation and operations.
• Represents the City at local, regional, and state emergency management activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security, Emergency Management or related field

ICS-100

ICS-200

ICS-300

IS-700

IS-800

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Sr Specialist, Emergency Mgmt (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req8667
DEPARTMENT: Emergency Prep & Security
LOCATION: 215 OFFICE BLDG
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $63,369.00 - 105,615.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $75,000.00 - 85,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 11/3/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements

• Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
• Motor vehicle report

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

WhyWorkFor theCity of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) –eligibleonthe 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + companycontributions – after 6 month probation period andimmediate vesting
• Flexiblespending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSAor both
• EmployeeAssistance Program: counseling, legal,financialassistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborativework environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Job Summary

This is the second level practitioner in emergency management, supporting the planning, coordination, and implementation of programs for the City of Fort Collins. This position provides operational support in the Emergency Operations Center and contributes to community preparedness, outreach, and resilience initiatives. The position applies emergency management principles across all phases of the emergency management cycle—including preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation—and supports the identification, assessment, and planning for natural and human‑caused hazards that may impact the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Develops strategic goals and plans that allow the city, and individual departments, to be prepared for supporting unified responses to emergencies, regardless of type and scope.
• Assists with the development of policies that guide Emergency Management practices in the City, ensuring that they not only serve preparedness and response goals, but enhance daily operations across the City.
• Assists with plan development and updates related to National Incident Management System compliance and training.
• Assists with achieving scheduled emergency management activities/functions.
• Assists with the development, coordination and/or delivery of training and exercises for the Fort Collins community, including public and private sectors.
• Assists in the maintenance, training and application of the emergency notifications systems within the community.
• Assists with the activation, operation, and maintenance of the Fort Collins Emergency Operation Center.
• Represents Fort Collins Office of Emergency Management at local, county, regional, state and federal activities.
• Conducts surveys to determine the types of emergency‑related needs that will need to be addressed in disaster planning or provide technical support to others conducting such surveys.
• Consults with officials of local and area governments, schools, hospitals, and other institutions to determine their needs and capabilities in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency.
• Develops and maintains liaisons with municipalities, county departments, and similar entities to facilitate plan development, response effort coordination, and exchanges of personnel and equipment.
• Keeps informed of federal, state and local regulations affecting emergency plans, and ensure that plans adhere to these regulations.
• Attends meetings, conferences, training, and workshops related to emergency management to learn new information and to develop working relationships with other emergency management officials. This may require travel
• Assists with identification, application and management of grants that would benefit Emergency Preparedness & Safety.
• Assigned duties and responsibilities as needed to support all missions of the Emergency Preparedness & Safety department including the areas of emergency preparedness, security, and special events.

This job description is a living document and may not be all-inclusive; employees are responsible for other duties as assigned.

Job Competencies

City-Wide

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• Read and comprehend City and Service Area/Department policies regulations, rules and standard operating procedures.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Routine software and business applications including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and databases.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, representative of other agencies and organizations and members of the community.

Practitioner

• Decision Making: Applies judgement in defined situations. Seeks guidance for variables.
• Complexity: Analyzes options and identifies solutions.
• Business Acumen: Grasps program purpose and supports efficiency.
• Resource Management: Understands proper use and availability of resources.
• Collaboration & Engagement: Focuses on navigating internal procedures with customers and sharing information to complete assigned tasks.
• Specific Knowledge: Applies knowledge of specific subject matter and applying principles with some guidance.
• Organizational Impact: Identifies efficiencies and recommends operational improvements.
• Ensure Accountability: Holds responsibility for own outcomes.

Job Specific

• Knowledge and understanding of disaster planning or emergency preparedness principles, regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of and experience with FEMA's Comprehensive Preparedness Guide.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and work with teams in cross-disciplinary settings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong public speaking skills and ability to communicate clear instructions.

Required Qualifications

Minimum

Years: Six (6) years of related experience/education

Type of Specific Experience/Education: Six (6) years of experience in an Emergency Operations Center or Emergency Management planning and consultation; or a combination of experience and education such as a Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security, Emergency Management or related field.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Valid Driver's License, Certificates in ICS – 100, ICS – 200, ICS – 300, IS – 700, IS – 800 required.
• Preferred Certificates in ICS Instructor L449, HSEEP.
• Preferred FEMA Professional Development series certification.

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Sr Specialist, Emergency Mgmt

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