Emergency Operations Coordinator

Section 55 - Emergency Operations

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Must be available for overnight travel, on call 24/7, and able to work 12-hour shifts for extended periods during emergencies.

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

This is an UNCLASSIFIED position responsible for the oversight of administrative and operational emergency transportation of the agency’s Emergency Support Function-1 under the State Emergency Operations Plan.

• Experience with disaster/emergency response, developing, planning, and writing emergency plans for standard operating procedures.
• Experience working in an emergency operations center.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills.
• Certifications in FEMA/DHS IS 100, IS 700, IS 200, and ICs 300 courses.

Applicants must comply with Louisiana and Civil Services laws, and DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

This UNCLASSIFIED position requires administrative and operational oversight of the agency's ESF-1 and responsibility for evacuation transportation.

Requires professional-level work experience in planning, analysis, and research.

Ensures development, maintenance, and execution of plans and procedures to perform both functions.

Appointment Type:
Unclassified – this vacancy does not require a test score.

To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Michael Miller
Director of Emergency Operations

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

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Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.