Emergency Management Planner
About The Position
The Emergency Management Planner conducts research, preparation, implementation, updating, exercising, and critique of the City’s emergency plans and programs in compliance with local, state, and federal policies. The position supports efficient division operations and City activities involving emergency planning, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation, and assists the Emergency Management Coordinator with programs that prepare the City for major emergencies. The Planner reviews and maintains emergency plans and supporting documentation, helps coordinate drills and exercises, develops after-action reports and improvement plans, updates hazard analyses, and supports continuity and disaster recovery planning. The role also uses specialized emergency management software, maintains incident records, reviews applicable industrial-facility reports, supports Local Emergency Planning Committee activities, and assists with incident action plans and Emergency Operations Center operations. The position coordinates with City departments, public safety partners, businesses, and industry, and tracks required NIMS training and preparedness deadlines. The position receives direction from the Emergency Management Coordinator and may receive functional supervision from the Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator. The job requires the ability to work extended hours, overnight, weekends, and on-call during emergencies and to work under potentially adverse conditions.
Requirements
- Minimum one year of emergency management experience, including planning, business continuity, and/or emergency response operations.
- Working knowledge of emergency services and resources that may be required during natural and man-made disasters.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Good organizational skills, including project management and attention to detail.
- Understanding of area hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities, including hazardous materials, severe weather, and hurricanes.
- Working knowledge of NIMS and the Incident Command Structure.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to react calmly and promptly during an emergency or disaster.
- Ability to coordinate plan development with local, state, and outside agencies.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing with government officials and the public.
- Ability to work extended hours, overnight, and weekends during emergencies and disasters; be on-call and respond to after-hours or weekend incidents; and work under potentially adverse conditions for extended periods.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License.
- Certificates of completion in FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800, G-300, and G-400, or federal/state equivalents.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university focused on emergency management, public administration, or a related field (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Review, maintain, and update emergency management plans and supporting documents to reflect changes in personnel, contacts, procedures, and operational needs, ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal requirements.
- Assist with the development, coordination, and evaluation of drills and exercises to test plans, identify deficiencies, and improve preparedness.
- Assist in developing After-Action Reports and Improvement Plans, including tracking corrective actions and lessons learned from exercises and emergency incidents.
- Review and update hazard analyses and risk assessments to reflect community conditions, vulnerabilities, and potential threats.
- Assist in developing and maintaining Continuity of Operations Plans, disaster recovery plans, and supporting emergency management procedures.
- Use specialized emergency management software to track resources, conduct hazard and risk assessments, maintain special population information and emergency contacts, and support operational decision-making.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of emergency incidents, response activities, and related operations.
- Review Tier II reports and applicable Risk Management Program information submitted by industrial facilities in accordance with reporting and public information requirements.
- Support Local Emergency Planning Committee activities, including emergency planning, hazard analysis, and coordination with industry and public safety partners.
- Attend meetings, seminars, conferences, and training courses to enhance professional knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and expand emergency management resources.
- Assist in developing Incident Action Plans for special events, soft targets, mass gatherings, and other locations involving large populations.
- Support Emergency Operations Center activities during emergencies and disasters as a member of the City’s EOC staff.
- Assist in coordinating City departments and personnel to maintain a comprehensive citywide emergency management program.
- Engage with local businesses and industry partners to promote emergency preparedness, business continuity, and community resilience.
- Coordinate annual tracking and documentation of NIMS training requirements for City personnel.
- Maintain schedules and tracking systems for plan reviews, exercises, preparedness activities, and required reporting deadlines.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
