Emergency Management Coordinator

City of Mesa • Mesa, AZ

18h • Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) vacancy in the Mesa Fire and Medical Department. This position coordinates the preparation and implementation of the City’s Emergency Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan updates, Continuity of Operations Plans, hazard mitigation planning efforts, and related procedures. The role involves working directly with the City’s Emergency Manager, Mesa Fire and Medical Department Emergency Management Staff, Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management, and the State of Arizona Division of Emergency Management for plan direction and coordination with other City departments. Responsibilities include supporting the development and implementation of emergency management plans, procedures, training, and exercises; managing the administrative functions of the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Tactical Operations Center (TOC); and overseeing the Emergency Response Notification system. The Emergency Management Coordinator may also lead emergency preparedness programs such as the Community Emergency Response Team program and the Stop the Bleed program, with support from the Mesa Fire and Medical Department Emergency Management Fire Captain and other public safety partners. Additionally, this position may research, analyze, and coordinate emergency management grants and programs to enhance the City’s capabilities in planning and preparing for emergencies and disaster mitigation. This civilian class is supervised by a Police Commander, Police Sergeant, Emergency Manager, or a designated public safety supervisor. The Coordinator actively participates in local and state committees and meetings but requires approval from the Police Sergeant or City’s Emergency Manager before committing specific resources. This role requires working before, during, and after emergency incidents, potentially including evenings, weekends, holidays, and inclement weather. Work schedules and locations are subject to change. This class is FLSA exempt-administrative.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Two years of experience in Emergency Management, which includes experience in at least one of the following areas: emergency operations, incident management, and/or emergency preparedness programs.
• Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date.
• Must meet the qualifications to wear a tight-fitting respirator by passing a medical evaluation test in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.134 by hire or promotion date and must maintain certification.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Emergency Management from an accredited college or university is highly desirable.
• Completion of Threat Vulnerability Assessment (TVA) courses.
• Completion of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) courses.
• Completion of any Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) professional programs offered through the Emergency Management Institute (EMI).
• An International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) Certificate.
• Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400.
• Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the preparation and implementation of the City’s Emergency Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan updates, Continuity of Operations Plans, hazard mitigation planning efforts, and related procedures.
• Works directly with the City’s Emergency Manager, Mesa Fire and Medical Department Emergency Management Staff, Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management, and the State of Arizona Division of Emergency Management for plan direction and coordination.
• Supports the development and implementation of emergency management plans, procedures, training, and exercises with other City departments.
• Manages the administrative functions of the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Tactical Operations Center (TOC).
• Oversees the Emergency Response Notification system.
• May coordinate or lead emergency preparedness programs, including the Community Emergency Response Team program and the Stop the Bleed program.
• May research, analyze, and coordinate emergency management grants and programs.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Actively participates in local and state committees and meetings.
• Supports citywide emergency management efforts involving other City departments, including the City Manager’s Office and City Council.
• May be responsible for coordinating specific efforts for their assigned department.

Benefits

• Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation is required.
• Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level