Job Description
The City of Colorado Springs seeks an Emergency Management Specialist to join our Public Safety Division. This urgent hiring opportunity requires immediate deployment to coordinate disaster response, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure community resilience. Join our award-winning team protecting 700,000+ residents in Colorado's second-largest city. Competitive benefits package includes retirement plans, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency response during natural disasters and public safety incidents
- Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency operations plans
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses for critical infrastructure
- Train city staff and community partners in emergency protocols
- Manage grant applications and compliance for FEMA funding
- Lead public outreach initiatives for disaster preparedness
- Utilize GIS systems for mapping evacuation routes and resource deployment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years experience in emergency planning or disaster response
- FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) certification required
- Valid Colorado driver's license with clean record
- Experience with NIMS/ICS protocols
- Proficiency in emergency management software (e.g., WebEOC)
- Ability to work extended hours during emergencies
- Strong written communication skills for grant writing