Job Description
Join Kansas' frontline public health response team! We're urgently seeking a dedicated Public Health Emergency Coordinator to protect Wichita communities from health threats. This critical role requires strategic planning, cross-agency collaboration, and rapid decision-making during public health emergencies. You'll lead incident command operations, develop emergency preparedness protocols, and coordinate with federal/state/local partners including FEMA and CDC. Make a tangible impact on community resilience while advancing your career in public service.
Responsibilities
- Direct emergency response operations during public health crises
- Develop and maintain jurisdictional emergency preparedness plans
- Coordinate with federal/state/local agencies (FEMA, CDC, local EMS)
- Conduct risk assessments for natural/man-made health threats
- Train public health staff on emergency response protocols
- Manage grant-funded emergency preparedness programs
- Prepare after-action reports and improvement plans
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, or related field
- 3+ years emergency response or public health experience
- Incident Command System (ICS) certification (NIMS 100/200/300/400)
- Experience with federal grant management (FEMA, CDC)
- Knowledge of Kansas public health regulations
- Strong crisis communication skills
- Valid Kansas driver's license