Emergency Management Coordinator I, CEO - Fire Emergency

Emergency Management Coordinator I, CEO

Job Title: Emergency Management Coordinator I, CEO Salary: $82,900.32 - $111,720.00 Annually Location: Los Angeles County, CA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: M0833A-R-FR Department: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE

Opening Date: February 24, 2026 Closing Date: February 25, 2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Description: The application filing period will begin on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) with a deadline of Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require.

Benefits: The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists in the research, development, analysis, and maintenance of emergency and disaster plans, policies, and procedures.
• Assists in the planning, designing, and executing of disaster and emergency response and recovery exercises and training.
• Assists in recommending the utilization of emergency response personnel, equipment, and supplies during emergencies.
• Assists in coordinating the response to active emergencies and disasters from the County Emergency Operations Center or a Field Incident Command Post.
• Develops and writes reports and correspondence; and maintains and provides disaster and emergency information to representatives of government agencies, community groups, business organizations, and the public.
• Develops and prepares emergency information sheets, brochures, procedures manuals, and checklists.
• Assists and advises schools, industry groups, the public, and various groups in disaster preparedness efforts and ensures readiness of emergency operations personnel, facilities, and equipment.
• Communicates verbally, in writing, or through graphic representations with County management, staff, the public, organized groups, and representatives of various agencies.
• Participates in emergency exercises and assists in training emergency services workers.
• Operates emergency equipment communications systems and coordinates emergency response materials and personnel.
• Serves on a rotational basis as a Duty Officer responsible for coordinating and monitoring the Countys response to any emergency or disaster that impacts the Los Angeles County Operational Area.
• Moves supplies and equipment to facilitate information, disaster preparedness, and disaster recovery efforts. Walks or climbs over uneven surfaces to assess damage after a disaster as needed.

Requirements:

• Option I: Graduation from an accredited institution* with a Masters degree** in Homeland Security or Emergency Management.
• Option II: Graduation from an accredited institution* with a Bachelors degree** -AND- Two (2) years of experience providing technical staff support assisting with technical and administrative tasks related to an emergency management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program.
• Option III: Five (5) years of experience providing technical staff support assisting with technical and administrative tasks related to an emergency management, emergency response, disaster recovery or disaster preparedness program, three (3) years of which must have been at the level of Program Specialist I, CEO*** or higher.
• Other Requirements:
• Certificates of successful completion of the following Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) Independent Study Program courses****:
• IS-100.B: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100
• IS-120.C: Introduction to Exercises
• IS-200.B: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
• IS-230.D: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
• IS-235.C: Emergency Planning
• IS-240.B: Leadership and Influence
• IS-241.B: Decision Making and Problem Solving
• IS-242.B: Effective Communication
• IS-244.B: Developing and Managing Volunteers
• IS-700.A: National Incident Management System (NIMS) An Introduction
• IS-800.B: National Response Framework, An Introduction
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
• Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Special Requirements:

• Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc.
• In order to receive credit for a Bachelors Degree or higher degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email to estranger@hr.lacounty.gov. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number on the subject of your email.
• FEMA courses are subject to periodic updates. Applicants must show they have completed the most current FEMA course. In order to receive credit for any certifications, you MUST attach a legible copy your certificate, at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email to estranger@hr.lacounty.gov. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number on the subject of your email.

Application & Filing Information:

• Applications must be filed online only.
• Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application.
• It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add estranger@hr.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, andinfo@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
• Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.
• Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at anytime by logging in and following the prompts.

Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

No Sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family members or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.

Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications.

Fair Chance: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).

Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Department Contact: Emily Stranger Phone: Email: Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

County of Los Angeles Employment Information: Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement: The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military