Emergency Management Coordinator

City of Norristown, PA

$95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • 5+ years of command-level experience in fire, police, EMS, or Emergency Management.
  • Professional Level Pennsylvania Emergency Management Certification or equivalent is required.
  • Completion of NIMS courses 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
  • Desirable certifications include Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) and Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP).
  • Experience in climate adaptation planning or cyber resilience is preferred.
  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic emergency preparedness and response planning initiatives.
  • Develop and implement programs for community resilience.
  • Coordinate with local agencies to improve emergency response effectiveness.
  • Manage resources during emergency situations and recovery operations.
  • Ensure compliance with federal regulations and standards in emergency management.
  • Leverage technology to enhance operational readiness and public communication.
  • Engage with community stakeholders to promote a whole-community approach.

Benefits

  • Full-time exempt position with standard working hours.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on community safety and resilience.
  • Access to professional development and continued education in emergency management.
  • Engagement with diverse challenges including climate crises and cyber threats.
Full Job Description
POSITION: Emergency Management Coordinator

LOCATION: MUNICIPALITY OF NORRISTOWN

HOURLY WAGE: $45.6731

HOURS: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Hours varies including weekends)

EMPLOYMENT: EXEMPT FULL-TIME

APPLY TO: Apply and Email Resume to [email protected]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis, with one year of experience equal to thirty-semesters hours. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in fire, police, Emergency Medical Services, or Emergency Management at the command level is required. Candidates must hold a Professional Level Pennsylvania Emergency Management Certification or equivalent and have completed NIMS courses 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800. Additional certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP), FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS), and EMPP Basic Academy are highly desirable. Preferred qualifications include experience with climate adaptation planning or cyber resilience, bilingual or multilingual capability, and familiarity with FEMA THIRA/SPR and continuity planning. A valid Pennsylvania driver's license and successful completion of a criminal background investigation are required.

GENERAL DEFINITION: Under the direction of the Fire Chief, and Municipal Administrator, the Emergency Management Coordinator provides strategic leadership in emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts. The coordinator ensures the municipality is resilient in the face of increasingly complex emergencies, including climate-driven disasters, cyber threats, public health crises, and infrastructure disruptions-by leveraging technology, partnerships, and a whole-community approach to planning and coordination.

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