Senior Emergency Services Coordinator

Overview

Job Description And Duties Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

If you’re a lifelong learner with a relentless passion for emergency management, your next mission starts here. The Planning and Preparedness branch at Cal OES is looking for a Senior Emergency Services Coordinator who can help shape the future of California’s resilience. This isn’t your average planning role. We don’t just write documents; we build the blueprints that protect California. From the State Emergency Plan to specialized strategies for power disruptions, schools, and animal rescue, your work will be the playbook the state follows when it matters most.

You’ll collaborate with partners across state agencies and NGOs to solve complex challenges. If you’re a strategic thinker who loves a challenge, we want to see your application.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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Senior Emergency Services Coordinator role focusing on planning, preparedness, and prevention for California’s resilience. Responsibilities include collaboration with state agencies and NGOs to develop strategic plans, including the State Emergency Plan and specialized strategies for critical areas such as power disruptions, schools, and animal rescue. Speaks to shaping guidance, exercises, and playbooks used by the state when authorities respond to emergencies.

• Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in-office days may be required based on business needs.
• DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position requires a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer questions addressing your DL on your application and provide your DL number, class, expiration date, endorsements, and restrictions.
• Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and requires completion of Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply may void the appointment.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Planning, Preparedness, and Prevention Directorate develops and maintains statewide plans and planning guidance for local emergency management, state agencies, and tribal governments, including specialized programs for radiological preparedness, dam safety, seismic hazards, and earthquake early warning. This directorate also includes the California Specialized Training Institute which provides exercise support and courses in emergency management, hazardous materials response, criminal justice/officer safety, fire & rescue, and crisis communications.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work outside of normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). Travel requirements in support of emergency operations can be extensive (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require relocation to emergency sites.

More information may be found here:
Planning, Preparedness, and Prevention | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Department Website:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.