Emergency Management Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in public safety, business administration or related field
• Five years experience in a supervisory role in public safety, emergency management or security management
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• Must be willing to apply and eligible to receive an United States security clearance
• Ability to maintain a valid Driver’s License to safely operate an emergency response vehicle
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and other job related computer software programs
• In-depth knowledge of Federal and State Homeland Security and Emergency Management programs, initiatives and rules
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Master Degree in management desired
• Professional Emergency Manager within two years of employment
• Hazardous Materials Awareness (Operations or Technician Level desired)

Responsibilities

• Serves as the Allen County Emergency Management and Disaster Director.
• Responsible for the organization, administration and operation of the emergency management program for Allen County.
• Manages emergency and disaster events within Allen County ensuring compliance with all laws and ordinances.
• Integrates the functions of crisis and consequence management.
• Determines the County’s strategy for Emergency Management, advising the Allen County Commissioners and other local officials regarding Emergency Management issues and emergency operations.
• Maintains inventory of reportable chemicals used by businesses and industries located in Allen County.
• Ensures reporting compliance with Federal and State guidelines, making information available to the general public.
• Monitors and implements Federal Homeland Security and Emergency Management programs and planning guidelines.
• Develops plans for responding to a terrorist attack within Allen County.
• Coordinates emergency assistance following disasters.
• Expends appropriated funds, initiates contracts, obtains and distributes equipment, materials and property.
• Facilitates public safety exercises, seminars, workshops and other instructional events.
• Serves on multiple committees and councils including, but not limited to Emergency Management Advisory Council, Local Emergency Planning Committee, District 3 Planning Council and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.
• Provides leadership to ensure coordination of efforts between participating agencies, jurisdictions and organizations to ensure proper interface of preparedness plans.
• Drafts comprehensive plans and conducts program evaluations.
• Serves as the contact person for terrorist threats and activities, for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and the emergency preparedness and planning in Allen County.
• Facilitates the cooperation and protection of the county through disaster preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation activities.
• Responsible for the readiness and operation of the Allen County Emergency Operations Center.
• Maintains liaison with Federal and State Intelligence and Law Enforcement agencies.
• Supervises two non-supervisory employees including hiring, training, evaluating performance and providing corrective discipline.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.