Job Description
Urgent Hiring: Marion County seeks a dedicated Emergency Management Coordinator to protect our community during critical incidents. This high-impact role requires proactive disaster preparedness leadership and cross-agency collaboration. Join our mission to ensure Indianapolis remains resilient against natural disasters and public health crises. Position must be filled within 30 days.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency response plans for county-wide incidents
- Coordinate with FEMA, state agencies, and first responders during disaster activations
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses for critical infrastructure
- Train public safety personnel and community volunteers in emergency protocols
- Manage emergency operations center during 24/7 incident responses
- Prepare grant proposals for federal disaster mitigation funding
- Lead public communication during emergencies via multiple channels
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years experience in emergency services or government crisis response
- FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) certification required
- Incident Command System (ICS) 400 certification
- Valid Indiana driver's license with clean record
- Proficiency in GIS mapping and emergency management software
- Ability to work irregular hours during disaster activations
- Experience with federal grant reporting (e.g., HMGP, BRIC)