Senior Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator

Senior Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator

Larimer County is located in north central Colorado, encompassing 2,634 square miles and a population of about 371,000 residents. It is known for its lovely geography (Rocky Mountains, rivers, foothills), year‑round outdoor activities (300 days of sunshine!), Colorado State University, and welcoming communities.

The health department’s Senior Emergency Preparedness & Response (EPR) Program works with government agencies, healthcare organizations, and community partners to prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters, technological failures, manmade crises, public health emergencies, and acts of terrorism. The Program also manages a new branch of the Rocky Mountain Medical Reserve Corps and oversees the Health & Medical Services Branch (HMSB) during disasters.

The Senior EPR coordinator will supervise 1 staff member.

The standard work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. During the initial six‑month probationary period, the individual may telework up to one day per week, if business needs allow. After successfully completing the probationary period, the individual may telework up to two days per week, depending on business plans and operational needs.

• Oversees the completion of local and regional deliverables as required in the state Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) contract.
• Serves in a leadership role to support the HMSB’s efforts when the Larimer Regional EOC is activated for an emergency or disaster.
• Participates in emergency planning and preparedness activities and exercises in conjunction with pertinent HMSB partners.
• Acts as a subject‑matter expert to HMSB partners regarding emergency‑preparedness and response.
• Develops, oversees, implements, and manages changes in program procedures and departmental policies to align with emergency preparedness best practices.
• Exercises direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical, and support staff as assigned.

• Hands‑on experience establishing, maintaining, and strengthening successful working relationships with government entities, healthcare organizations, and community partners.
• Leadership experience responding to a variety of natural disasters, technological failures, manmade crises, public health emergencies, and acts of terrorism.
• Experience applying the Incident Command System (ICS) in real‑world disasters, and working in a city or regional Emergency Operations Center.
• Knowledge of and experience using technologies in disaster response and recovery, including situational awareness platforms (WebEOC, Discord), alert/notification systems (CodeRED, Ready Op, HAN), communications (800MHz, Satellite Radio), scheduling (Sign Up Genius), GIS, and data management.
• Experience managing a volunteer‑based emergency‑response team (or strike team), including recruitment, retention, training, and field deployment.

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, biology, environmental health, physical science, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years of professional experience at a state, county, or local public health agency, emergency preparedness, emergency management, or directly related field, with duties and responsibilities related to emergency preparedness and response.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Certification in the Incident Command System (ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800), required within six (6) months of hire.
• OSHA HAZWOPER or HAZMAT operations certification (preferred).
• Previous experience with PHEP/HPP Grant, SNS/CRI, and MCM (preferred).
• Reliable transportation to work in any County facility as needed.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

The Department of Health and Environment has a vaccine requirement. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the vaccine requirements or request a waiver.

The ideal candidate must be flexible to respond to emergencies and disasters outside the typical work schedule.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.