Emergency Management Analyst

Emergency Management Analyst

Salary

$58,870.00 - $88,305.00 Annually

Location

Central Communications Center, 2320 Westinghouse Boulevard, Raleigh, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00671

Department

Fire Emergency Management

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

10/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Work Hours

Monday - Friday

Hiring Range

$61,30600 - $78,155.00

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Job Description

The Emergency Management Analyst role performs a variety of entry/journey level specialized, administrative, fiscal, or analytical generalist duties in support of the Raleigh Fire Department. The position is expected to perform research and analysis, prepare and present reports of findings and recommendations on programs, operating and organizational procedures, and cost comparisons to assist department leadership with the coordination of strategic planning and development. The incumbent may additionally participate in budget preparation, analysis, and administration; review departmental budget requests; and investigate proposals for new programs, services, equipment, and personnel.

This position will be expected to work at the Emergency Communications Center for an extended period of time during emergency situations.

Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Support the development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of emergency management programs and initiatives that mitigate against, prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters and emergencies
• Develop, review, maintain and update emergency management policies, plans and procedures, annexes, checklist and preparedness documents
• Maintain planning calendars, project schedules, corrective actions, and other program-management tools
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to identify planning gaps and deficiencies, resources needs and opportunities for improvement based on local, state and federal local emergency management requirements, standards, and best practices and recommend updates
• Assist in developing, coordinating, and executing emergency management testing, training, and exercises to improve new and existing plans
• Develop exercise plans, after-action reports, corrective action plans, and improvement plans
• Conduct research to ensure that the emergency management program complies with local, state, and federal guidance and provides programmatic recommendations
• Support the daily operations of the Emergency Operations Center and emergency response operations before, during and after incidents
• Identify emergency management grant opportunities
• Assist with other duties and responsibilities assigned based on the needs of the Raleigh Fire Department

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, or a related field; less than 1 year experience in business analysis, or a related field

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Preferred Qualifications:

• Emergency/Disaster Response Education, including the completion of ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800

• Bachelors Degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Safety, Disaster Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Planning, or a related field

• Three (3) years of professional emergency management experience

• Two (2) years or more of experience in each of the following areas:

• Homeland security, public safety, disaster preparedness, continuity planning, risk management, public administration, or a closely related field

• Developing, reviewing, and maintaining emergency management plans, policies, procedures, annexes, and operational checklists

• Conducting tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises

• Effectively providing presentations, meeting facilitation and training

• Experience coordinating with multiple departments, governmental agencies, public safety organizations, nonprofit organizations, private-sector partners, and community stakeholders

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Emergency management principles and the phases of emergency management; familiarity with police, fire, and other public safety operations
• Emergency management planning, exercise design, continuity planning, hazard mitigation, and disaster recovery principles
• Develop clear, concise, and professional reports, plans, presentations, and other written materials
• Strong organizational, project management, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Work effectively in high-pressure and rapidly changing emergency situations
• Expected to work at the Emergency Operations Center for an extended period during emergency situations

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment.

Work Exposures:

Work in this position does not require frequent environmental exposures.

City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.

To find out about the Citys benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.

01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Some high school
• High school diploma (or GED)
• Some college
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• PhD or other professional degree

02

How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in business analysis, or a related field?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 2 years
• 2 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 4 years
• 4 to less than 5 years
• 5 to less than 6 years
• 6 to less than 7 years
• 7 to less than 8 years
• 8 to less than 9 years
• 9 to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

03

Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date.

05

Please select which NIMS Certifications: ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 you currently possess. Applicants are encouraged to upload copies of the required certifications. Have you uploaded a copy of the certificates necessary that you possess?

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess any NIMS Certifications

06

This position requires working in an Emergency Operations Center and responding to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you currently hold a professional Emergency Management certification? If yes, please identify the certification and issuing organization. If no, please indicate N/A.

Required Question

Employer City of Raleigh North Carolina

Address 222 W. Hargett St.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601

Website https://raleighnc.gov