Job Description
The State of Maryland seeks an urgent hire for a Public Health Emergency Response Coordinator to lead crisis management initiatives in Baltimore. This critical role requires immediate deployment to protect community health amid evolving threats. Join our elite team shaping statewide resilience strategies with competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency response operations during public health crises
- Develop and implement rapid intervention protocols for infectious disease outbreaks
- Lead community risk assessments and mitigation planning initiatives
- Manage emergency supply chains and resource allocation systems
- Conduct public briefings and coordinate with local media communications
- Analyze epidemiological data to inform policy recommendations
- Train emergency response personnel in crisis management protocols
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or Emergency Management (required)
- 5+ years experience in crisis response coordination
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation preferred
- Proficiency in GIS mapping and emergency management software
- Demonstrated success in inter-agency collaboration
- Valid Maryland driver's license
- Ability to work 24/7 during emergency activations
- Experience with federal grant reporting (FEMA, CDC)