Job Description
Join Kansas' frontline public health team in an urgent hiring initiative! We seek a dedicated Public Health Emergency Response Specialist to lead crisis management in Sedgwick County. This critical role involves coordinating state/federal resources during public health emergencies, developing response protocols, and ensuring community safety. Ideal candidates thrive in high-stakes environments with opportunities for rapid advancement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency response operations for natural disasters and disease outbreaks
- Develop and implement public health emergency preparedness plans for 10+ counties
- Manage federal grant-funded projects including CDC and FEMA initiatives
- Train local government officials on incident command systems (ICS)
- Analyze epidemiological data to inform resource allocation during crises
- Lead community vaccination campaigns and public awareness initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years experience in government/public health emergency response
- FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) certification required
- Valid Kansas driver's license with clean driving record
- Proficiency in GIS mapping and emergency management software
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance within 90 days
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) certification highly valued