Emergency Management Specialist - Sheriff's Office

Success

In this role, success is demonstrated by:

• Supporting emergency management operations to reduce risks.
• Assisting with emergency preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation, and coordination efforts.
• Maintaining emergency management programs through planning, damage assessment, shelter and donations management, and interagency coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Aid Emergency Management Coordinators with planning, organizing, training, equipping, and exercising emergency management programs and projects.
• Participate in emergency management trainings, workshops, conferences, and regional committee meetings to maintain operational readiness and professional development.
• Review, revise, and maintain emergency management plans, procedures, and related documentation.
• Support community preparedness initiatives and public outreach events to promote emergency awareness and resilience.
• Serve in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during disaster incidents and provide operational support during emergency response activities.
• Provide coverage and assistance to Emergency Management Coordinators as needed and perform additional assigned duties related to emergency management operations.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• A high school diploma or GED.
• An associate’s degree or a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours in emergency management, public administration, or a related field.
• Coursework or training related to emergency preparedness, disaster response, or public safety principles preferred.
• Experience supporting emergency management, public safety, or incident response operations preferred.
• Experience coordinating projects, training activities, or community outreach initiatives preferred.
• Experience working within an Incident Command System (ICS) or Emergency Operations Center (EOC) environment preferred.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license.

Background Investigation

A comprehensive background investigation by specialized detectives within the Adams County Sheriff’s Office will be conducted. The investigation will cover the following areas:

• Age and date of birth.
• Date(s) of school attendance or graduation.
• Convictions for felonies and domestic violence.
• Disqualifications in the background process within the last year.

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance.
• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance.
• Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans.
• Generous Vacation/Sick leave.
• Long-Term Disability.
• Retailer Retirement Plan.
• Short-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Fitness Center.
• Employee Health Clinics.
• Flexible Work Schedules.
• Recreation Center Discounts.
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs.
• Wellness programs.
• Lactation friendly certified workplace.