Deputy Emergency Services Coordinator

job overview

under the direction of the county fire chief and office of emergency services (oes), coordinator, plan, organize and coordinate training programs and action plans in preparation for natural or man‑made disasters; provide technical expertise, direction and assistance to political subdivisions, community organizations, county administrators and others concerning emergency services, disaster preparedness, hazardous materials and fire prevention and life safety.

any combination of equivalent to two years of college‑level coursework in disaster preparedness, fire services, public safety or related field and three years experience in an emergency services organization involving public safety. An associate's degree or higher is preferred.

valid california driver’s license. A valid driver’s license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per vehicle code vc § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

this position may require pre‑employment drug testing, a physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.

the county of imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title vii, the age and discrimination and employment act, section 504 of the rehabilitation act of 1973, the fair employment and housing act, and the americans with disabilities act.

if you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call  or call california relay service at 7‑1‑1.

* note: if you believe your civil rights in employment matters have been violated at any time during the course of your consideration for employment, contact the equal employment opportunity office, 940 w. Main street, suite 101, el centro, ca 92243, phone:  (do not call this number for general employment or job application information).

imperial county is located in the imperial valley in the southeast of california, bordering arizona and mexico, with the colorado river forming the county’s eastern boundary. Imperial county is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation’s winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off‑road enthusiasts are drawn to the imperial sand dunes recreation area, and the colorado river is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing.

Fans of the popular movie, the return of the jedi, will recognize the algodones sand dunes, where the movie was filmed.