Emergency Management Specialist 3

Emergency Management Specialist

The Emergency Management Specialist is responsible for supporting the Georgia Department of Agriculture's emergency management and preparedness mission by planning, coordinating, and executing programs that enhance the ability to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. This position ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies, and serves as a critical liaison with partner agencies, elected officials, and industry stakeholders.

Job Description / Essential Functions :

• Develop, maintain, and update Emergency Operations Plans (EOP), hazard mitigation plans, continuity of operations (COOP) plans, and related emergency management documents.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure integration of plans, policies, and response protocols.
• Assist with the activation, staffing, and operations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during incidents, disasters, and exercises.
• Organize and conduct training, workshops, and exercises.
• Ensure compliance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) requirements for personnel and operations.
• Monitor hazards, risks, and intelligence reports to support situational awareness and resource allocation.
• Provide after-action reviews and improvement plans following incidents and exercises and track corrective actions.
• Support the development of grant applications, program reports, and documentation to maintain funding and regulatory compliance.

Serve as a subject matter expert in emergency management for agency leadership and policy decision-makers.

Preferred Qualifications :

Working Conditions :

Other Duties :

Ability to travel overnight, statewide, and regionally, as directed by the function of the position and the business needs of the agency. Other duties as assigned.

Please note : Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to phone or email inquiries regarding application status. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates. The hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.

The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615.