Emergency Management Program Coordinator

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Functional Title: Emergency Management Program Coordinator 
Job Title: Emerg Mgt Program Coord II 
Agency: Dept of State Health Services 
Department: Environmental 
Posting Number: 18699 
Closing Date: 07/20/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Life, Physical, and Social Science 
Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $7,761.50 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22 
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 55% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM) 
Other Locations: Arlington; Abilene; Houston 
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Brief Job Description:

Performs highly complex (senior-level) youth camp emergency management and coordination work for the youth camp regulatory program under the supervision of the Youth Camp & Public Sanitation (YC & PS) Operations Branch Manager and the leadership of the Youth Camp Emergency Management Program Coordinator (YC EMPC) Liaison. Serves as the EMPC for their designated area and coordinates emergency plan review and inspection activity with the YC EMPC Liaison, the YC & PS Team Lead, and field inspectors. Reviews and endorses youth camp emergency plan submissions, inspections, and investigations, and prepares and presents cases for escalated enforcement. Serves as an Operations Branch representative with the Compliance Section for the Compliance Review Committee (CRC) meetings, informal conferences, and hearings. Reviews, documents, and responds to complaints regarding the youth camp emergency plans. Provides guidance and training to DSHS staff and regulated industry personnel and conducts joint inspections when required. Participates in emergency response training and performs emergency response activities. Assists in developing emergency plan policies and standard operating procedures (SOP). Assists with rule revision projects and in developing agency cost estimates and bill analysis during legislative sessions. Participates and coordinates with the Youth Camp Safety Multidisciplinary Team (YCSMT) and other emergency response agencies and organizations. Provides program support and performs other duties as assigned by the Manager to meet the needs of the Branch and Section. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

(35%) Receives and evaluates youth camp emergency plans, coordinates, assigns, and conducts inspections. Coordinates with the Youth Camp EMPC liaison, provides technical expertise, and maintains communication with Inspection Branches; Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM); Texas Fire Marshal’s Office; Texas Water Development Board (TWDB); Local Emergency Planning Committee’s (LEPCs); the State Medical Operations Center (SMOC); and other stakeholders. Participates on the Youth Camp Safety Multidisciplinary Team. Assures regulations are implemented effectively. Assists in developing policies and SOPs. Recommends updates to Program websites

(25%) Assists in developing and maintaining policies, SOPs, model youth camp emergency plans, education and outreach materials. Develops and delivers presentations. Reviews and endorses youth camp emergency plan inspection reports. Reports emergency plan review findings to the EMPC Liaison and Licensing Branch.

(15%) Receives, reviews, documents, and responds to complaints regarding youth camp emergency plans. Assigns complaints to Inspection staff for review and investigation. Reviews reports to ensure proper implementation of approved emergency plans. Prepares and presents cases for escalated enforcement. Serves as the Operations Branch representative at Compliance Review Committee (CRC) meetings and informal conferences. Participates in hearings as a department representative at the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH).

(10%) Participates in emergency response training and performs emergency response activities. Attends and maintains training in emergency preparedness, management, and response. Evaluates and monitors state weather reports and recommendations.

(10%) Serves as a subject matter expert regarding youth camp emergency plans. Participates in rule revision projects; development of agency cost estimates and bill analyses; and. implementation of state legislation.

(5%) Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager to meet the needs of the Branch and Section. Duties also include actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role on occasion to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• local, state, and federal regulations and laws related to public safety, youth camps, and emergency management; program planning, implementation, and monitoring;

Skill in:

• understanding and interpreting relevant statutes and regulations;
• reviewing technical inspection, investigation, or audit reports to ensure compliance with regulations;
• technical, writing, training, teaching, public speaking, risk management, and risk communication;
• the use of various software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint;
• managing multiple and competing priorities.

Ability to:

• conduct inspections and investigations;
• prepare concise reports;
• communicate technical information effectively;
• gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts;
• devise solutions to problems; and
• travel.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Training Courses Required:

IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System

IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response

IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

IS-800.D: National Response Framework, Introduction

Initial Screening Criteria:

Required: Three (3) years of experience in emergency management or public safety.
Preferred: Undergraduate or advanced degree in management, planning, public administration, emergency management, or a related field from a U.S. accredited college or university or foreign degree determined to be equivalent by an acceptable education evaluator.

Three or more years of experience in reading and interpreting emergency management laws and rules and offering guidance to industry, public, or local emergency or health departments.

Additional Information:

1. PLEASE NOTE: Your application must demonstrate how you meet the initial selection criteria.
2. This position may require overtime, extended hours, and/or hours outside of the normal 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday schedule.
3. Consideration will also be given to known past job performance, if applicable, and prior work history.
4. This posting is for three positions based in the Abilene, Arlington, and Houston areas.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.  Download the I-9 form