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Emergency Management Specialist

City of Detroit Emergency Management Office
Detroit
Estimated Salary
USD 65.000 – USD 85.000
New
Live Update
27 September 2026
Deadline
27 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join Detroit's frontline in public safety! We're urgently seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to coordinate disaster response, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure community resilience during critical incidents. This high-impact role requires quick decision-making and collaboration with city agencies, nonprofits, and federal partners. Help shape Detroit's preparedness framework while serving our diverse communities.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate emergency response protocols during natural disasters and public health crises
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency preparedness plans for city operations
  • Train city staff and community leaders on disaster response procedures
  • Manage grant funding for emergency infrastructure projects
  • Conduct risk assessments for critical city facilities and infrastructure
  • Liaise with FEMA and state emergency management agencies
  • Lead public awareness campaigns about disaster preparedness
  • Post-incident analysis and recovery strategy development

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in emergency planning or disaster response
  • FEMAP certification or equivalent emergency management credential
  • Proficiency in GIS mapping and emergency management software
  • Valid Michigan driver's license and ability to work irregular hours during emergencies
  • Experience with federal grant management (e.g., HMGP, PREP)
  • Strong crisis communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Knowledge of NIMS and ICS frameworks

Required Skills

Emergency Management FEMA GIS Crisis Communication NIMS Grant Management Public Safety Disaster Recovery

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