Job Description
The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services seeks an urgent hire for a Public Health Emergency Response Coordinator to safeguard our community during critical incidents. This high-impact role requires proactive leadership in disaster preparedness, outbreak response, and inter-agency collaboration. Join our award-winning team and become part of Nevada's frontline defense against public health threats.
Why This Role Matters: You'll directly shape emergency response protocols, coordinate with FEMA and CDC partners, and protect vulnerable populations during crises. This position offers unparalleled growth opportunities in state government with full benefits and retirement plans.
Responsibilities
- Lead emergency response operations for natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and public health crises
- Develop and implement county-wide preparedness plans in compliance with NIMS and HSEEP standards
- Coordinate multi-agency response efforts with local hospitals, EMS, and federal partners
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses for high-impact scenarios
- Train public health staff and community partners on emergency protocols and resource allocation
- Manage emergency supply chains and logistics during activations
- Prepare after-action reports and recommend process improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in public health emergency response or disaster management
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or equivalent credential
- Expertise in NIMS, ICS, and federal emergency management frameworks
- Proven ability to coordinate multi-jurisdictional response efforts
- Strong data analysis skills for risk modeling and resource allocation
- Exceptional communication skills for stakeholder engagement during crises