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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST II (COOP & Response Planning Coordinator)


Application Accepted From: All Persons Interested

PN: 38101
Division: Chief of Staff
Section: Public Health Preparedness Unit
Location: 8000 N. Stadium Drive, Houston, TX 77054
Workday & Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM*
*Subject to change*


DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Perform emergency management work including coordination with other entities, the prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and/or mitigation of intentional and unintentional crisis, disasters, other humanitarian emergencies, or of all-hazards, natural and man-made/technological (chemical, biological,
    radiological, nuclear, high explosives) events.
  • This position develops emergency preparedness and disaster response planning, organizing, equipping, training and exercise activities as a convenor and facilitator.  
  • Performs as the Response & COOP Planning Coordinator. 
  • As the Response Planning Coordinator facilitates the development, review, and revision of HHD Response Plans in conjunction with PHEP team members and other stakeholders.  
  • As the HHD COOP Planning Coordinator, an essential function is to facilitate the review and revision of the HHD COOP. Participates on city, regional, state and national emergency preparedness workgroups. 
  • Coordinates, convenes and facilitates workgroups to produce plan documents, SOPs, trainings, and exercises.  
  • Develops relationships with key stakeholders and initiates memoranda of understanding, contracts, scopes of work, and other agreements as may be needed for emergency response and recovery capacity and capability. 
  • Completes special projects as assigned, working on a wide variety of financial, administrative, professional, management and community issues and problems of simple to medium complexity including emergency response, recovery, and COOP activations. 
  • Compiles data, produces information and interprets results through to conclusion or recommendation formulation. 
  • Develops reports, special documents or publications as assigned. 
  • Maintains a high degree of working knowledge of CDC’s Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Capabilities, CDC’s Emergency Readiness Framework, HHS’s Public Health Emergency Medical Countermeasures Enterprise, NACCHO’s Project Public Health Ready, FEMA’s National Incident Management System, Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program, and other national and state level guidance documents and programs. 
  • Coordinates and delivers community preparedness outreach and training activities including weekend and after-hours events. 
  • Actively contributes to the program’s documentation and quality improvement initiatives including, but not limited to,  Public Health Accreditation Board and the DLMCC.


    WORKING CONDITIONS:
    Working conditions may be varied, and can include working outdoors in extreme weather conditions, in structures that lack climate control, or in an office environment. The office may have occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor’s degree related to in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, or public administration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three years of experience in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, or public administration.

Experience in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, or public administration may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-to year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

Qualifications

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade - 24 
SALARY INFORMATION: Grant Funds
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-4882. 

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-4882. (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy
Date Posted
02/13/2026
Job Reference
38101
Organization
Houston Health Department
Location
Houston, TX
Category
Project/Program Management
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