Job Description
Join New Orleans' Emergency Preparedness Team in a critical immediate hire role! As the Emergency Operations Coordinator, you'll safeguard our vibrant city during hurricane season and public health crises. This high-stakes position offers competitive benefits, rapid advancement opportunities, and the chance to make tangible impact in America's most resilient community.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency response operations during disasters
- Maintain real-time crisis communication systems with federal/state partners
- Develop evacuation plans for vulnerable populations
- Train city staff in emergency protocols and incident command procedures
- Manage emergency supply chain logistics and resource allocation
- Conduct post-incident analysis and improvement planning
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or Emergency Management
- 3+ years crisis response experience in government sector
- FEMA Professional Development Series certification required
- Advanced proficiency in GIS mapping and emergency software
- Valid Louisiana driver's license with clean record
- Ability to work 24/7 rotations during declared emergencies