What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Management Coordinator position at Washington County?
Individual will be responsible for the development of countywide emergency operations plans and coordination of emergency planning activities. Monitors and updates revisions to emergency action plans, systems, and operations relating to hazardous materials, shelter systems, natural or environmental disasters, and other related catastrophes.
Conducts training exercises and provides required hazardous materials handling and related training to members of various public safety departments as needed. Secures and maintains vehicles, equipment, supplies, and physical facilities of Washington County Emergency Management. Responsible for departmental financial, budgetary, and administrative duties.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to emergency management and planning. Understanding of grant writing, ability to coordinate with agencies at all levels of government, and ability to work under various conditions required. Completion of required state, federal, and NIMS training within two years of hire.
Requires graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university and 2 years of responsible experience in emergency management, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Must also have the ability to be on-call 24/7, therefore will need to reside within Washington County within 90 days of hire.
Application and full position description may be found at https://washingtoncounty.iowa.gov. COMPLETED WASHINGTON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
All other application materials may be emailed to: aarmbruster@washingtoncounty.iowa.gov, or dropped off/mailed to: Washington County Auditor's Office, Attn: Amber Armbruster, PO Box 889, 222 W. Main St., Washington, IA 52353.
Applications will be accepted through April 11, 2025 until 4:00 p.m.
Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $70,000
