Job Description
Join Missouri's frontline defense against public health emergencies! The Department of Health and Senior Services seeks an experienced leader to coordinate emergency response operations in the Kansas City metropolitan area. This urgent opening requires immediate deployment to manage crisis protocols, inter-agency coordination, and community protection efforts. Make a tangible impact on Missouri's resilience while advancing your career in public service.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-agency emergency response teams during public health crises
- Develop and implement crisis communication strategies for vulnerable populations
- Coordinate resource allocation across state/local/federal partners
- Oversee data collection and reporting for emergency operations centers
- Conduct risk assessments for critical infrastructure vulnerabilities
- Train public health staff on emergency protocols and procedures
- Manage grant-funded emergency response programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, or related field
- 5+ years experience in public health emergency response
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or equivalent credential
- Expertise in incident command systems (ICS/NIMS)
- Strong knowledge of Missouri public health regulations
- Experience with crisis communication platforms
- Ability to work extended hours during emergencies
- Valid Missouri driver's license