Emergency Management Specialist Job Description

An emergency management specialist is a person who coordinates emergency management efforts, such as evacuations, rescue operations, and disaster response.

Emergency Management Specialists also plan emergency response procedures to meet specific threats, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.

They coordinate between local, state, and federal agencies to strategize disaster response plans.

Emergency management specialists also work with state and local authorities to develop fire and emergency response plans.

They develop and update emergency action plans for disaster response and evacuation.

They also train other specialists, such as law enforcement and fire officials, in how to respond to emergency incidents.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for an Emergency Management Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in emergency management, disaster response, and emergency preparedness. They will be responsible for developing and implementing emergency management plans and procedures, coordinating with local and state emergency management agencies, and assisting in the development of disaster response plans.

Emergency Management Specialist Duties:

• Prepare action plans for potential emergency situations
• Prepare documentation, exercises, and training programs on disaster prevention
• Recognize potential environmental/respiratory hazards
• Recognize potential health hazards
• Recognize potential electrical, fire/explosion, chemical, biological/infectious, transportation, legal/regulatory, security, computer/data,  mental health, stress, psychosocial hazards

Emergency Management Specialist Responsibilities:

• Oversee requests for emergency assistance, coordinate emergency responses with local public safety officials, and assist other team members with administrative tasks
• Research and compile literature on local emergency planning efforts and procedures, make presentations to local officials, and assist in emergency drills and
• exercises
• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and laws, and with risk management and loss prevention
• Develop and maintain risk reports, including calculation of insurance reserves

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s in emergency management, public administration, or a related field
• 2+ years’ experience in the field of emergency management or public safety
• Knowledge of emergency management plans and processes, and knowledge of local emergency operations center operations
• Ability to perform complex emergency management functions
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking

[Company Name] is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team is a strength, and we encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.