Emergency Management Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree and two years of full-time professional administrative experience in the field of Emergency Management are required. Successful completion of the Federal Emergency Management Agencys (FEMA) Independent Study (IS) Programs IS-100.b, IS-200.b, IS-230.d, IS-700.a, and IS-800.b or FEMA recognized equivalents are required. Must be able to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis and must possess a valid drivers license. Certified Florida Professional Emergency Manager (Florida Emergency Preparedness Association) or Certified Emergency Manager (International Association of Emergency Managers) is highly preferred.

Recruitment Notes

• The candidate in this role will work closely with the Assistant Director and Bureau Manager to ensure daily operational readiness of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and supports the broader preparedness posture of the department across all facets of emergency response.
• The position supports daily readiness operations through hands-on warehouse work, including inventory management and safe operation of forklifts and other equipment.
• This role performs routine checkouts of response equipment such as generators, satellite and communications systems, radios, drones, and related assets.
• The coordinator ensures fleet vehicle readiness, including basic inspections, fueling, and documentation, and tows and maneuvers various trailers to support deployment needs.
• Additional responsibilities include logistics support for field operations, coordination of Points of Distribution (PODs) to ensure timely and efficient resource delivery during incidents, and close collaboration with other coordinators to maintain overall readiness across emergency management programs.