Job Description
Immediate Opening: Help San Francisco Prepare for Public Health Emergencies
The City and County of San Francisco seeks an experienced Public Health Emergency Response Coordinator to join our urgent initiative. This critical role requires rapid mobilization during health crises, ensuring coordinated response across city agencies and community partners. You'll develop emergency protocols, lead training exercises, and manage resources for incidents ranging from disease outbreaks to natural disasters. Join our team to make a tangible impact on public safety during this unprecedented hiring period.
Why This Role Matters: San Francisco faces unique public health challenges. Your expertise will directly shape our city's resilience against emerging threats while serving diverse communities.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency response operations during public health crises
- Develop and update emergency preparedness plans for infectious disease outbreaks
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses for vulnerable populations
- Lead tabletop exercises and full-scale emergency drills
- Manage resource allocation including medical supplies and personnel deployment
- Collaborate with community organizations on outreach and education initiatives
- Prepare emergency declarations and activate response protocols
- Analyze incident data to improve future response strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in public health emergency response coordination
- Certification in Incident Command System (ICS-300) or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of federal/state emergency management frameworks
- Experience developing emergency operations plans for local governments
- Ability to work under extreme pressure with rapid decision-making requirements
- Excellent communication skills for crisis public messaging
- Valid California driver's license with clean record