County of Monterey
Final Filing Deadline: Sunday, November 30, 2025
The County of Monterey is a diverse community set in a picturesque coastal location offering mild Mediterranean climate, beautiful beaches, mountain ranges, redwood groves, rolling foothills, and scenic valleys. The county attracts over 450,000 residents and an estimated four million visitors a year. Department Summary
The Monterey County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) serves as the Operational Area Authority under the California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). It coordinates all phases of emergency management across county jurisdictions and partner agencies, provides incident coordination, situational awareness, resource management, emergency operations, public warning systems, and interagency collaboration. Join a high‑performing, community‑focused organization that values collaboration, critical thinking, and creative problem‑solving. Position Summary
The Emergency Services Planner, under general supervision, assists in planning, coordinating, developing, and promoting emergency services operations; organizes and trains emergency services personnel; performs administrative support duties; and performs other duties as required. Assist in the coordination of area‑wide emergency services programs, resource management, operational readiness, and response plans. Support development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of policies, plans, and procedures for monitoring departmental capabilities during emergencies. Develop and review emergency contingency plans, protocols, and standard operating procedures, including hazard‑specific response and logistics and recovery plans. Ensure the Operational Area Emergency Operations Center’s readiness and recommend new technology and best practices. Recruit, select, train, and exercise emergency services team members and conduct training programs for county stakeholders. Analyze data, conduct special studies, and prepare comprehensive reports for supervisors, committees, and special audiences. Facilitate information seminars, conferences, and public meetings on emergency management. Serve as duty officer and acting Emergency Services Manager as needed. Successful Candidate
Must demonstrate: Knowledge of emergency operation centers, warning systems, whole‑community planning, and NIMS and SEMS frameworks. Understanding of federal, state, and local emergency services programs and local government structures. Ability to develop multi‑hazard functional plans, emergency response plans, and continuity of operations plans. Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Experience in administrative or management roles related to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, disaster planning, or related field. Approximately three years of increasingly responsible administrative or management experience in emergency services or related field. Or possession of a California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) Emergency Management Specialist certification or FEMA Professional Development Series certificate. Proficiency with personal computers and specialized applications. Conditions of Employment
Valid California Class C driver’s license or approved transportation. Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and emergencies. Obtain FEMA Professional Development Series certification within 6 months. Pass background and fingerprinting requirements. Benefits
The County offers an excellent benefits package. For more information, visit the County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution. Application and Selection Procedures
Apply Online at governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty. Final filing deadline is Sunday, November 30, 2025 11:59 PM (PST). Hard‑copy applications accepted Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM. Contact Laura Carucci, Senior Human Resources Analyst at caruccilr@countyofmonterey.gov or (831) 759‑6723. Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
Monterey County is an equal opportunity employer. For reasonable accommodation requests, contact Laura Carucci.
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The County of Monterey is a diverse community set in a picturesque coastal location offering mild Mediterranean climate, beautiful beaches, mountain ranges, redwood groves, rolling foothills, and scenic valleys. The county attracts over 450,000 residents and an estimated four million visitors a year. Department Summary
The Monterey County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) serves as the Operational Area Authority under the California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). It coordinates all phases of emergency management across county jurisdictions and partner agencies, provides incident coordination, situational awareness, resource management, emergency operations, public warning systems, and interagency collaboration. Join a high‑performing, community‑focused organization that values collaboration, critical thinking, and creative problem‑solving. Position Summary
The Emergency Services Planner, under general supervision, assists in planning, coordinating, developing, and promoting emergency services operations; organizes and trains emergency services personnel; performs administrative support duties; and performs other duties as required. Assist in the coordination of area‑wide emergency services programs, resource management, operational readiness, and response plans. Support development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of policies, plans, and procedures for monitoring departmental capabilities during emergencies. Develop and review emergency contingency plans, protocols, and standard operating procedures, including hazard‑specific response and logistics and recovery plans. Ensure the Operational Area Emergency Operations Center’s readiness and recommend new technology and best practices. Recruit, select, train, and exercise emergency services team members and conduct training programs for county stakeholders. Analyze data, conduct special studies, and prepare comprehensive reports for supervisors, committees, and special audiences. Facilitate information seminars, conferences, and public meetings on emergency management. Serve as duty officer and acting Emergency Services Manager as needed. Successful Candidate
Must demonstrate: Knowledge of emergency operation centers, warning systems, whole‑community planning, and NIMS and SEMS frameworks. Understanding of federal, state, and local emergency services programs and local government structures. Ability to develop multi‑hazard functional plans, emergency response plans, and continuity of operations plans. Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Experience in administrative or management roles related to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, disaster planning, or related field. Approximately three years of increasingly responsible administrative or management experience in emergency services or related field. Or possession of a California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) Emergency Management Specialist certification or FEMA Professional Development Series certificate. Proficiency with personal computers and specialized applications. Conditions of Employment
Valid California Class C driver’s license or approved transportation. Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and emergencies. Obtain FEMA Professional Development Series certification within 6 months. Pass background and fingerprinting requirements. Benefits
The County offers an excellent benefits package. For more information, visit the County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution. Application and Selection Procedures
Apply Online at governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty. Final filing deadline is Sunday, November 30, 2025 11:59 PM (PST). Hard‑copy applications accepted Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM. Contact Laura Carucci, Senior Human Resources Analyst at caruccilr@countyofmonterey.gov or (831) 759‑6723. Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
Monterey County is an equal opportunity employer. For reasonable accommodation requests, contact Laura Carucci.
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