Job Description
Join Mesa's elite emergency response team as we urgently expand our public safety operations. This critical government role directly impacts community resilience through coordinated disaster preparedness, interagency collaboration, and crisis management. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement while serving Arizona's third-largest city.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency response protocols during natural disasters
- Develop and maintain public safety contingency plans
- Train municipal staff in emergency procedures and first aid
- Manage federal grant applications for disaster preparedness
- Analyze risk assessments for critical infrastructure
- Lead public awareness campaigns for emergency preparedness
- Collaborate with state and federal emergency management agencies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of government or public safety experience
- FEMA certifications (ICS-100, 200, 300, 400)
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Proficiency in GIS mapping and emergency software
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Experience with NIMS/SEMS frameworks