Job Description
Join Jacksonville's critical response team as an Emergency Management Specialist. This urgent full-time position requires immediate deployment to coordinate disaster preparedness and response operations. Work directly with city officials, FEMA liaisons, and community partners to safeguard Jacksonville residents during hurricanes, floods, and other emergencies. Competitive benefits package with paid training included.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate emergency response protocols for natural disasters and public safety incidents
- Develop evacuation plans and community outreach materials
- Manage resource allocation during crisis situations
- Liaise with federal, state, and local emergency agencies
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses
- Train emergency response volunteers and staff
- Prepare grant applications and compliance reports
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of emergency management or public safety experience
- FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) certification required
- Valid Florida driver's license
- Experience with NIMS/ICS protocols
- Strong crisis communication skills
- Ability to work irregular hours during emergencies
- Proficiency in GIS mapping software