Emergency Management Watch Officer

THE POSITION

The Emergency Management Watch Officer position with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency offers a rewarding path for those eager to support public safety. This role places you at the center of critical information flow during emergencies. You will build strong analytical and communication skills in a fast‑paced environment. This opportunity will allow you to make a meaningful impact by helping guide statewide response efforts.

This role focuses on collecting, analyzing, and sharing emergency information to support statewide readiness and response. It helps maintain clear communication and awareness across agencies during both routine and high‑pressure situations.

As an Emergency Management Watch Officer, you will perform the following duties:

• Information Analysis:
  Analyze incoming reports, media sources, and alerts to determine appropriate actions.
• Communication Coordination:
  Relay information to partner agencies and maintain reliable communication channels.
• Emergency Support:
  Assist with response actions, situation awareness, and resource coordination during incidents.
• Data Management:
  Maintain logs, prepare reports, and support the development of operational documents.
• Systems Proficiency:
  Operate communication systems, radios, and software used for emergency coordination.
• Situation Monitoring:
  Track weather, incidents, and hazards to support timely notifications and briefings.

• FREE on‑site parking.
• Full‑time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 PM to 9:00 AM, with a 30‑minute lunch. Will work (3) 12.5‑hour days per week.
• In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $60,538 (before taxes).

• Three years of emergency coordination experience within the operation of a large municipal, county, statewide, or national emergency center; and an associate degree in emergency management or other closely related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.