Emergency Disaster Response Officer

Position: Emergency Disaster Response Officer

Location: Tampa, Florida

Location: Hillsborough and Manatee Counties, FL

Job : 375

# of Openings: 0

Employment Type: Reserve Force Officer (RFO)—On-Call Flex Position

Shifts Available: Monday through Sunday

Shift Time: 07:00 – 19:00 or 19:00 – 07:00

Flexible scheduling for 12‑hour shifts.

Compensation: $30 per hour

• Immediate Response: Be on‑call 24/7 and ready to report to assigned job sites within 8 hours of notification, including during weekends and evenings.
• Flexibility: Work 12‑hour shifts (07:00–19:00 or 19:00–07:00) with overtime as needed. Officers must be willing to work swing, graveyard, and weekend shifts. Participate in off‑hours and extended deployments throughout Florida as needed.
• Disaster Response: Must be ready, willing, and able to report to any site assignment on short notice despite disaster or inclement weather and to respond promptly to any site any day or night. Respond within 2 hours or 250 miles of Tampa, primarily in Hillsborough and Manatee Counties.
• Security Management: Respond to emergencies and security threats with professionalism, following established protocols. Provide clear instructions to others and follow company policies and procedures.
• Problem Solving: Effectively solve problems and coordinate emergency responses. Respond to emergency situations or security threats in a professional manner, following established procedures.

• Possession of an approved Florida Class "D" & "G" license from the DOACS.
• Completion of an approved State of Florida 40‑hour Unarmed and 28‑hour Armed Security Officer Course.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Proof of a high school diploma, college degree, DD‑214, school transcript, or valid state GED certificate.
• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience as an Emergency Response Security Officer or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
• Reliable personal transportation to various job sites.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including days, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• 24/7 access to a smartphone (Android, iPhone, or Windows) and computer with internet access.
• Team player mentality; ability to place the needs of the many over one's own.
• Intermediate computer skills, including email, web browsing, MS Word, and Adobe PDF.
• Ability to work safely in various environments, including commercial and industrial locations.
• Ability to obtain personal uniform items, as necessary.
• Good physical condition, capable of walking up and down stairs in limited spaces, and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; self‑motivated, resourceful, and able to prioritize and accomplish job‑related goals and tasks based on training and experience.
• Strong English communication skills, including reading and writing; ability to read and interpret complex instructions, procedures, SOPs, post orders, statutes, laws, and regulations.
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance and wear the complete and clean assigned uniform, covering any exposed tattoos. Adhere to grooming standards (hair, nails, beard, etc.) per SOP.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background investigation.

• CPR and first aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Previous experience working with FEMA or similar disaster relief agencies.
• Prior military or law enforcement experience.
• Experience in emergency response or disaster management.
• Possession of the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Martinez and Company brings a resourceful and specialized approach to security, meeting the high standards of our clientele. As security professionals, our mission is to provide the very best protection services for our clients’ interests while assisting with all duties that create a more efficient and safe working environment for the client and their visitors. We are committed to the highest standards of service, integrity, and efficiency and strive to maintain a professional image with the highest ethical work practices.

Martinez and Company has been a licensed security agency in the State of Florida since 1994. Martinez and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.