Health Services Preparedness Specialist
Washington State Department of Health
Tumwater, Washington
Salary: $46,800 to $61,200
Deadline: December 15, 2013

This position helps prepare public health sectors and regional medical systems for public health and medical emergencies. Duties include preparing emergency plans, implementing strategies to increase medical, and assisting with emergency operations center activities and exercises. A bachelor’s degree in emergency preparedness or public health, two years of emergency management experience, and completion of National Incident Management System and Incident Command System training are required.


Deputy Director, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response
U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services
Washington, D.C.
Salary: $119,554 to $179,700
Deadline: December 17, 2013

This position coordinates with and supports the director of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response in providing expert advice related to complex public health and medical emergency activities. Duties include oversight and coordination of the Office of Emergency Management, developing strategic directions for national health and security, providing health and medical expertise in national emergency assessments, and coordinating assets needed to augment state and local response. Experience as a senior decision maker, extensive knowledge of public health laws and regulations, and technical expertise in public health, emergency management, and medical practices are required.


Hazardous Materials Specialist
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
Prince William, Virginia
Salary: $55,300 to $84,100
Deadline: December 20, 2013

This position will provide guidance during hazardous materials emergencies and assist local governments and state agencies in conducting training on hazardous materials emergency response. Duties include entering hazardous areas to conduct assessments and gather information for mitigation, enhance local hazardous materials response, and creating a state hazardous material emergency response program. A bachelor’s degree in public safety, fire science, or physical science, as well as knowledge of hazardous materials training are required. Reference job number 0074922 when accessing job database.


Senior Emergency Services Coordinator
Alameda County Sheriff’s Office
San Leandro, California
Salary: $66,830 to $81,200
Deadline: December 23, 2013

This position will plan and manage the Alameda County emergency management and disaster preparedness program and direct staff in a disaster. Duties include coordinating staff and resources during an emergency, administrating the budget, analyzing emergency services data, and developing emergency preparedness program objectives. A degree in emergency services administration and two years of budget development experience in an emergency service and disaster preparedness program are required.


Emergency Management Planner
Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue
Woodbridge, Virginia
Salary: $53,100 to $89,200
Deadline: January 12, 2014

This position will perform a wide range of technical and administrative tasks, such as developing plans for public and county safety operations, bio-terrorism preparedness, and mitigation and response. Duties include managing federal and state grants, creating project management plans, coordinating emergency management planning activities, assisting with hospital preparedness, and serving as a back-up emergency coordinator in emergencies. A bachelor’s degree in emergency management, and five years of experience in grant management and emergency organizations are required.