Senior Communication Planner, Grant Services Specialist III; NCS - Baltimore Fire Department

Position: Senior Communication Planner, Grant Services Specialist III (NCS) - Baltimore City Fire Department
## Senior Communication Planner, Grant Services Specialist III (NCS) - Baltimore City Fire Department Apply locations:
501 N Calvert Sttime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 4 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
September 11, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
R0018043
** THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION
**** Salary Range:*****$65,716.00 - $ Annually
****** Hiring Salary Range:******$65,716.00 – $89,343.50 Annually
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** Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work.

In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans.

This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./benefits
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* NOTE:

GRANT POSITIONS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RETIREMENT BENEFITS
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* Job Summary:

** The Baltimore City Office of Emergency Management is seeking a Senior Communications Planner to join its planning team. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in communications, Emergency Management, Public Health, Public Administration, or a related field with 4 years of relevant experience.
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* Essential Functions:

*** Collaborates with emergency operations teams, City and State agencies, community partners, and the media to foster information sharing and ensure consistent, accessible, and culturally inclusive communication across platforms.
* Manages social media platforms, the Everbridge emergency alert system, and the OEM website to ensure timely, accurate, and updated information dissemination.
* Drafts and develop talking points, press releases, presentations, and reports to support consistent and effective communication during City events or emergencies.
* Designs graphics and captures photography to enhance public information campaigns and communication efforts.
* Participates in and coordinates Joint Information Center (JIC) and Joint Information System (JIS) activities to ensure unified messaging across agencies.
* Trains staff and partners on communication protocols, social media management, and the use of emergency alert systems.
* Participates in local regional and state working groups.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* Education:

** Have a bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Health, Emergency Management, Planning, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
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* Experience:

** Have at least 2 years of experience in either public communications, public policy and administration, public safety, emergency management, or other relevant experience; possess excellent analytical communication (written and oral), organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

** Received, or be in the process of obtaining, an advanced degree or certification in Communications, Public Administration,  Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Health Preparedness or similar field described above; 4+ years of professional experience, including experience in emergency management, crisis communication, or public information roles; a background in the management of communication teams, interagency coordination and public outreach initiatives. Completion of FEMA Incident Command System Training, including introductory (100, 200, 700, 800) and Public Information Officer focused courses.
** Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
*** Expertise in emergency operations, crisis communication strategies, and coordination of messaging during…