Salary : $72,714.23 - $109,071.34 Annually
Location : Monroe, NC
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 433009
Department: Emergency Management
Opening Date: 07/07/2026

General Statement
The Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator, under general supervision, performs administrative and field operational work in preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery for emergency or disaster situations. Work includes developing and maintaining various emergency management plans, coordinating and managing emergency and disaster situations, coordinating efforts in the Emergency Operations Center, planning and coordinating disaster mitigation, and working with local, state, and federal agencies during disasters. The employee is responsible for various emergency management programs and activities.

The employee works with public, private and non-profit entities for disaster and non-disaster matters. Work requires exercising independent judgment and initiative and the ability to multi-task and prioritize decisions quickly and accurately in emergency situations and communicating in a tactful and diplomatic manner dealing with the public and multiple organizations. Technical judgment is required to coordinate emergency responses and hazard mitigation.

Essential Functions
Assists the Director and Assistant Director with operational readiness, preparation, implementation and evaluation of various emergency management plans and the development of new programs, policies and procedures.
Assists with maintaining the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and coordinates disaster responses with local governments, school systems, industries, Red Cross and partner agencies to ensure adequate facilities for shelter.
Assists the Local Disaster Recovery Manager with reimbursement activities for recouping costs after a disaster.
Stays updated of evolving threats and risks and advises leadership as needed.

Prepares and documents industry surveys, inspections and incident responses / activities for local, state and federal agencies as needed.
Answers inquiries from the public concerning emergency plans and procedures.
Contributes to the administrative workload of the office and co-workers; identifies and develops databases, spreadsheets and other records; prepares charts and graphs and technical reports as needed.
Provides customer service requiring considerable knowledge of the department's services, regulations and procedures; answers questions based on program and technical knowledge; resolves problems or complaints without management assistance.
Identifies budgetary needs for the department.
Handles confidential or sensitive technical information in an appropriate manner.
Investigates spills, releases, and threats to the environment and notifies the appropriate agencies of needed actions, and interprets a variety of regulations, statutes, and standards pertaining to emergency management or hazardous materials.
Assists with the county's radiological program and activities for the Catawba and McGuire Nuclear Power Stations.
Maintains proficiency in the use of various software applications used for resource requests, GIS mapping, damage assessment, asset management, weather, and incident management.
Performs various logistical duties for maintaining fleet and equipment readiness including; operating forklifts, trucks, trailers or other equipment used for emergent and non-emergency deployments.

Assists with the design and implementation of drills, exercises, training.

Drafts incident action plans and after action reviews and other associated documentation related to incident response and planned / non-planned events.
Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree, and two (2) years of experience, education, credentialing, and training in disaster and emergency management, emergency services (fire department, law enforcement, EMS, emergency management, 911); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.
Current National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses (IS Level, 100, 200, 300*, 400*, 700, 800, 2200, and 2901). *Possession of or ability to obtain IS-300 and IS-400 within 6 months of employment.
Special Requirements:

Must be available for periodic assignments after normal work hours including nights, weekends and holidays; travel during periodic emergencies and/or disasters. Must be able to attend training classes and public education programs as necessary.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration or equivalent field of study.
Licenses or Certifications:

Completion of one or more of the following: NC Emergency Management Executive or Associate Emergency Manager, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Professional Development Series, FEMA Basic or Advanced Academy, NC Emergency Management Academy, or NIMS Incident Commander, Operations Section Chief, Logistics Section Chief, Planning Section Chief or Incident Safety Officer.

Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, printers, copiers, facsimile machines, calculators, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an environment where the employee must deal with crisis situations that require major decisions involving people, resources, and property.
INSURANCE PROGRAMS

HEALTH INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period. Preventative Care Coverage Prescription Coverage

Health & Wellness Center available exclusively to Union County employees, spouses and dependents covered under the health plan.

DENTAL INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period.

LIFE INSURANCE

Basic Term life Insurance in the amount of one times the annual salary is provided for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Additional coverage for Life Insurance (Accident, Cancer, Long Term and Short Term) is available for purchase through payroll deduction for the employee and eligible dependents.

FINANCIAL PROGRAMS

RETIREMENT

Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have five (5) years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.

NC401(k)

The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a five percent (5%) contribution based on biweekly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.

457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to all employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

Options are available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Debit Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.

Health Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.

Dependent Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.

DIRECT DEPOSIT

Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.

TRUIST
No Overdraft Fees
$100 Negative Balance Buffer
Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay

LEAVE PROGRAMS

VACATION LEAVE

Vacation leave is accrued based on creditable years of service in the Local Government Employees Retirement System.

SICK LEAVE

For full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at eight (8.0) hours per month. Benefitted part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time rate. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.

SICK LEAVE TRANSFER FROM OTHER AGENCIES

Unused sick leave earned from another North Carolina Governmental Agency and/or entity, will be accepted and transferred to the County as follows: twelve (12) sick leave days will be transferred and added to the employees active sick leave balance after completion of six (6) months of employment. The remaining balance of sick leave documented for transfer at the time of employment will be recorded in the employees permanent personnel file. On the fifth anniversary of employment with the County, the remaining balance of transferred sick leave will be added to the employees active sick leave balance.

HOLIDAYS

There are 13 County recognized holidays (includes 3 days for Christmas) per year with 1 floating holiday available.

MILITARY LEAVE

Annual Training - 10 paid workdays granted.

Active Duty - 20 paid workdays granted.

CIVIL LEAVE

Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.

FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.

PAID PARENTAL LEAVE

Parental Leave provides the employee paid leave for the first eight weeks of approved FML for the birth of a son or daughter, or placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

Educational Leave is available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees when participating in a job-related, short course, such as an update, not to exceed ten (10) consecutive working days.

VOLUNTEER TIME OFF

Volunteer Time Off will provide employees with 16 hours of paid time per calendar year to volunteer at approved Union County community partner agencies.
OTHER PROGRAMS

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.

AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER

We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction.

NATIONAL COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM

The National College Savings Program is open to all employees. The Program is designed to provide certain tax advantages, encourage and facilitate saving to pay the costs of attending eligible institutions.
01

Do you have any of the following National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses: IS Level, 100, 200, 300*, 400*, 700, 800, 2200, and 2901. If so, please list the levels obtained.
02

Do you have at least two (2) years of experience, education, credentialing, and training in disaster and emergency management, emergency services (fire department, law enforcement, EMS, emergency management, 911)?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you available to work periodic assignments after normal work hours including nights, weekends and holidays; travel during periodic emergencies and/or disasters?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have any of the following: NC Emergency Management Executive or Associate Emergency Manager, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Professional Development Series, FEMA Basic or Advanced Academy, NC Emergency Management Academy, or NIMS Incident Commander, Operations Section Chief, Logistics Section Chief, Planning Section Chief or Incident Safety Officer? If