Planner
Texas Division of Emergency Management
Austin, Texas
Salary: $35,650 to $40,815
Closing Date: September 29, 2009
This position administers the State Hurricane Preparedness Program and other projects that enhance state and local disaster response. A bachelor’s degree and three years experience in emergency management, disaster preparedness, contingency planning, hazard mitigation, risk management, or environmental science are required.
Disaster Risk Reduction and Response Manager
Oxfam
Bogota, Columbia
Salary: $90,624
Closing date: September 30, 2009
This position develops humanitarian strategies and integrates disaster reduction and response with emergency preparedness programs. Responsibilities include directing needs and impact assessments, developing and reviewing contingency and preparedness plans, and providing technical emergency and response assistance. At least three years of international field experience in emergency and development program management, experience directing rapid needs assessments, and an understanding of humanitarian and related policy issues are required.
Public Assistance Program Specialist, GS-12
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Kansas City, Missouri
Salary: $64,613 to $87,893
Closing Date: October 2, 2009
This position ensures disaster declaration work is completed, monitors the potential for emergency and disaster support requests, and makes sure adequate resources are available in the program. One year of experience at GS-11 or above is required.
Community Development Specialist
North Carolina Division of Emergency Management
Raleigh, North Carolina
Salary: $38,174 to $61,632
Closing Date: October 2, 2009
This position assists counties with risk, vulnerability, and capability assessments. It also coordinates preparedness planning efforts, assists in regional capability activities, and is point of contact for homeland security grants. A bachelor’s degree and three years related experience are required.
Director
Center for Hazards Assessment, Response and Technology (CHART)
New Orleans, Louisiana
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing Date: November 1, 2009
This position will be filled by a sociologist specializing in applied research in community, social justice, and hazards. A successful record of research funding, established scholarship, and management of multidisciplinary projects is required. CHART’s New Orleans location offers a prime setting to research resiliency and vulnerability issues related to storm response and climate change applications.
Emergency Manager/Environmental Professional
Ecology and Environment, Inc.
San Francisco, California
Salary: Not Posted
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position supports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Superfund Technical Assessment and Response Team (START) in emergency planning and preparedness. Responsibilities include environmental and hazardous materials investigations training, and planning public health, medical, and terrorism response. A bachelor’s degree in biology, geology, environmental science, or a related field and three years experience in emergency management and planning is required.