Emergency Services Coordinator I/II- 1 Limited Term - 1 Permanent

Salary : $72,737.60 - $114,670.40 Annually
Location : San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Salary
Job Number: 1026PM-000844-01
Department: Executive Office
Division: 13801 Emergency Services
Opening Date: 10/27/2026
Closing Date: 11/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Emergency Services Coordinator I/II is part of a career series for Emergency Services Coordinator I, II and III. Under direction, coordinates a variety of activities related to the collecting, analyzing, planning, and implementing of County emergency response systems, services, and requirements; coordinates personnel, communications, and governmental and local resources to assure adequate preparedness and response efforts during unusual or large emergencies; provides information to staff, outside organizations and the public regarding emergency response planning and systems; and does other related work as required.
This position includes tasks such as responding to emergency incidents to provide logistical support, representing the office or the emergency operations center at incidents or local emergency operations center as the agency representative Provides a communications link between the incident and the Emergency Operations Center. Knowledge of the National Incident Management System, Standard Emergency Management System, and the Incident Command System
This recruitment is to fill a Limited Term, full-time position and one Full-Time Permanent position. Employees in limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The sunset date for this position is to be determined.

Emergency Services Coordinator I: Please click for a complete job description.
Emergency Services Coordinator II: Please click for a complete job description.

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The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who sets high standards for themselves, enjoys a collaborative and challenging work environment and is ready to jump in and assist with any type of project, whether at a desk or in the field. This person must have strong writing skills and an ability to communicate across platforms, both in writing and verbally. They must be able to think logically, remain calm and decisive under pressure and keep a respectful attitude in all situations. This is an entry level position, and the ideal candidate does not need a background in emergency management, just the inherent talents and attitude to excel in the position.
Education and Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Emergency Services Coordinator I: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in emergency management, public safety, business or public administration or a related field. Emergency Services Coordinator II:The same as above plus one year of experience at the level of Emergency Services Coordinator I.

How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

Supplemental Information
Must be able to work after hours, weekends, and endure long shifts including multiple days of shift work during emergencies.

The eligibility list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies for either permanent or limited term positions.




Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail .

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).

Some benefits include:
- Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
- Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
- Free visits to the employee health clinic
- Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
- Optional deferred compensation plan with up to $500 per year match (depending on bargaining unit)
- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Paid personal, sick and vacation days
- 12 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education and Wellness Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
- Family Friendly workplace policies
- Flexible work schedule options
- Rideshare commuter benefits
- Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.

To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria),

Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.

Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:

- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervisor/Manager academies
- Microsoft Suite courses
- Defensive Driving
- Financial management
- Retirement preparedness
- Teambuilding
- Written Communication
- Conflict Management
- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
- Job specific conferences/trainings

Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.

Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by to get a loan for the down payment.
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This position has a minimum requirement of a combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in emergency management, public safety, business or public administration or a related field.

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