Emergency Management Specialist

How You Can Help Us Make a Difference

• Develop, update, and maintain emergency management plans in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements, including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery plans.
• Coordinate with public agencies, private partners, and volunteer organizations to support countywide emergency planning and preparedness initiatives.
• Assist with Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations and provide operational support during emergencies, disasters, and training exercises.
• Support the development and facilitation of emergency management exercises and trainings; provide guidance and technical assistance to county departments and partner organizations.
• Research best practices, regulations, and emerging trends in emergency management to enhance programs and planning efforts.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteer groups supporting Emergency Management and maintain related equipment and resources.
• Conduct community outreach and public education through presentations, trainings, and community events.
• Prepare reports, maintain documentation, and assist with grant administration related to emergency management programs.
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and provide responsive customer service while supporting additional duties as assigned.

• Develop, update, and maintain emergency management plans in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements, including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery plans.
• Coordinate with public agencies, private partners, and volunteer organizations to support countywide emergency planning and preparedness initiatives.
• Assist with Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations and provide operational support during emergencies, disasters, and training exercises.
• Support the development and facilitation of emergency management exercises and trainings; provide guidance and technical assistance to county departments and partner organizations.
• Research best practices, regulations, and emerging trends in emergency management to enhance programs and planning efforts.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteer groups supporting Emergency Management and maintain related equipment and resources.
• Conduct community outreach and public education through presentations, trainings, and community events.
• Prepare reports, maintain documentation, and assist with grant administration related to emergency management programs.
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and provide responsive customer service while supporting additional duties as assigned.

An equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience:

• Associate’s degree:
  • Preferred:
    • Emergency Management
    • Public Safety
• Two (2) years of experience in emergency management planning and volunteer management in a local or regional government setting.

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Completion of Federal Emergency Management Agency Independent Study courses: IS100, 200, 700 and 800.
• Must maintain the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Professional Development Series certificate.
• Within two (2) years of position assignment:
  • Must be able to obtain the FEMA Advanced Professional Series
• Within four (4) years of position assignment:
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the Florida Associate Emergency Manager (FAEM)

• Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal Disaster Preparedness Ordinances, regulations, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of emergency management procedures and doctrine.
• Knowledge of the geography and special characteristics of the various parts of Charlotte County, adjoining communities, and the City of Punta Gorda.
• Skill in the use of standard office computer equipment and software applications.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the…