City of Fort Worth
Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator
City of Fort Worth, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator
Pay Range:
$39.62 - $49.96/hr. | $82,409 - $103,916 annual compensation.
Job Posting Closing on:
Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Workdays & Hours:
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm; Some evening/weekend work required. Must be able to activate for 24/7 disaster response as needed.
Benefits for this position include:
11 Paid Holidays
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
Pension Plan
Professional Development Opportunities
An Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator is available within Emergency Management & Communications.
A Defining Opportunity in Public Safety Leadership This is an opportunity to help reimagine what emergency management looks like in one of America's most dynamic urban centers. With the creation of this new department, Fort Worth is uniquely positioned to build a first‑class, nationally recognized emergency management and communications program rooted in innovation, coordination, and resilience - with strong support from the department's Director.
Emergency Management & Communications (EM&C) Department Responsibilities
Coordinating disaster and emergency response efforts, 911 access, and collaboration among first responders and public safety partners.
Leading public preparedness initiatives and maintaining communication systems—such as emergency alerts and real‑time information sharing—to keep the public informed and protected.
Supporting recovery and mitigation efforts to minimize future risks, restore essential services, and strengthen community resilience.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in emergency planning, public administration, or a related field.
Four (4) years of responsible emergency management or disaster response experience.
Valid driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid technician‑level amateur radio license.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field.
Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) and/or Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Certification.
FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) including NIMS, IC&S, Public Information Officer (PIO) Training, and/or emergency planning coursework.
Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator Job Responsibilities
Develop and oversee programs that strengthen the city's capabilities in preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.
Ensure interdepartmental operational readiness.
Coordinate emergency planning, training, and exercise initiatives.
Serve as the City's subject matter expert on emergency management, and align strategies with department and city‑wide goals.
Oversee daily operations of the Office of Emergency Develops division goals, supervise staff, manage work plans and deliverables, and ensure the division's activities align with the department's strategic objectives and emergency management best practices.
Represent emergency management functions to elected officials, executive leadership, and external stakeholders. May be called upon to prepare and deliver formal briefings, reports, and recommendations to city leadership and regional partners.
Coordinate and oversee Emergency Operations Center (EOC) readiness, activation, and staffing. Ensure the EOC remains in a constant state of readiness. Oversee training, logistics, staffing, and procedures. Lead or support EOC activation during emergencies and citywide incidents.
Develop and maintain Citywide Emergency Operations Plans, Continuity of Operations Plans, and Hazard Mitigation Programs. Ensure all plans are compliant with federal and state guidance and reflect local risks and vulnerabilities.
Lead community engagement, public education, and volunteer preparedness programs. Design and deliver public preparedness campaigns, educational presentations, and volunteer engagement programs. Build relationships with community groups to improve citywide resilience.
Plan and lead emergency exercises and after‑action reviews. Plan and execute citywide emergency exercises involving multiple agencies and departments. Lead after‑action debriefs and improvement planning to enhance readiness.
Working Conditions and Physical Demand Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling and lifting.
Medium work – The position typically exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) Background Check Applicants must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint‑based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony convictions, felony deferred adjudication, Class A misdemeanor conviction, Class B misdemeanor convictions in the last 10 years, Class A misdemeanor deferred adjudication, Class B misdemeanor deferred adjudication in the last 10 years, an open arrest for any criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor), and all family violence convictions regardless of class.
Apply Now! Come be part of something special in Fort Worth.
Conditions of Employment The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non‑merit factor.
The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.
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$39.62 - $49.96/hr. | $82,409 - $103,916 annual compensation.
Job Posting Closing on:
Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Workdays & Hours:
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm; Some evening/weekend work required. Must be able to activate for 24/7 disaster response as needed.
Benefits for this position include:
11 Paid Holidays
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
Pension Plan
Professional Development Opportunities
An Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator is available within Emergency Management & Communications.
A Defining Opportunity in Public Safety Leadership This is an opportunity to help reimagine what emergency management looks like in one of America's most dynamic urban centers. With the creation of this new department, Fort Worth is uniquely positioned to build a first‑class, nationally recognized emergency management and communications program rooted in innovation, coordination, and resilience - with strong support from the department's Director.
Emergency Management & Communications (EM&C) Department Responsibilities
Coordinating disaster and emergency response efforts, 911 access, and collaboration among first responders and public safety partners.
Leading public preparedness initiatives and maintaining communication systems—such as emergency alerts and real‑time information sharing—to keep the public informed and protected.
Supporting recovery and mitigation efforts to minimize future risks, restore essential services, and strengthen community resilience.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in emergency planning, public administration, or a related field.
Four (4) years of responsible emergency management or disaster response experience.
Valid driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid technician‑level amateur radio license.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field.
Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) and/or Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Certification.
FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) including NIMS, IC&S, Public Information Officer (PIO) Training, and/or emergency planning coursework.
Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator Job Responsibilities
Develop and oversee programs that strengthen the city's capabilities in preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.
Ensure interdepartmental operational readiness.
Coordinate emergency planning, training, and exercise initiatives.
Serve as the City's subject matter expert on emergency management, and align strategies with department and city‑wide goals.
Oversee daily operations of the Office of Emergency Develops division goals, supervise staff, manage work plans and deliverables, and ensure the division's activities align with the department's strategic objectives and emergency management best practices.
Represent emergency management functions to elected officials, executive leadership, and external stakeholders. May be called upon to prepare and deliver formal briefings, reports, and recommendations to city leadership and regional partners.
Coordinate and oversee Emergency Operations Center (EOC) readiness, activation, and staffing. Ensure the EOC remains in a constant state of readiness. Oversee training, logistics, staffing, and procedures. Lead or support EOC activation during emergencies and citywide incidents.
Develop and maintain Citywide Emergency Operations Plans, Continuity of Operations Plans, and Hazard Mitigation Programs. Ensure all plans are compliant with federal and state guidance and reflect local risks and vulnerabilities.
Lead community engagement, public education, and volunteer preparedness programs. Design and deliver public preparedness campaigns, educational presentations, and volunteer engagement programs. Build relationships with community groups to improve citywide resilience.
Plan and lead emergency exercises and after‑action reviews. Plan and execute citywide emergency exercises involving multiple agencies and departments. Lead after‑action debriefs and improvement planning to enhance readiness.
Working Conditions and Physical Demand Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling and lifting.
Medium work – The position typically exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) Background Check Applicants must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint‑based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony convictions, felony deferred adjudication, Class A misdemeanor conviction, Class B misdemeanor convictions in the last 10 years, Class A misdemeanor deferred adjudication, Class B misdemeanor deferred adjudication in the last 10 years, an open arrest for any criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor), and all family violence convictions regardless of class.
Apply Now! Come be part of something special in Fort Worth.
Conditions of Employment The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non‑merit factor.
The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.
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