NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Emergency Management Specialist (Hazardous Materials)
SC 29456, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$53K/yr - $70K/yrNEOGOV is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to support the Charleston County Emergency Management Department's Hazardous Materials Program. The role involves managing specialized detection equipment, overseeing disaster response supplies, and collaborating on emergency planning and operational readiness efforts.
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Responsibilities
Leads tasks to support the department and division leadership in conducting research, reviewing policies, procedures, and developing talking points on special emergency management related issues
Maintain emergency contact rosters, take meeting notes, develop surveys, and other administrative items as required
Support working groups, steering committees, task forces, and other multijurisdictional collaboration forums
Leads tasks to support Tri-County emergency management initiatives and projects
Leads tasks in the development and update the County’s Emergency Operations Plan, functional, and hazard specific annexes
Leads tasks in the development and maintenance of the County’s Emergency Shelter Plan
Support annual plan reviews and updates, EMAP alignment, and stakeholder engagement
Leads tasks in the development of all-hazard plans, Incident Action Plans (IAPs), procedures, checklists, and job aids
Leads tasks for the development of vulnerability and consequence assessments to identify and evaluate risks to critical infrastructure, outline mitigation strategies for both physical and cyber threats
Leads tasks for the development and implementation of the Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA) and the Hazard Mitigation Plan
Deploy to emergency sites to help provide critical services to the public, businesses, and visitors including emergency shelters, point of distribution (PODs), staging areas, disaster supply warehouse, disaster recovery centers, and other support centers
Supports the operational readiness and deployment capability of the Unified Mobile Command Unit (UMC) and other assigned field assets
Serve as a member of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) team during activations
Support the delivery of emergency supplies and equipment to emergency sites
Conduct damage assessments, post disaster canvassing, donations and volunteer management, and other emergency functions as assigned
Support and help maintain Emergency Management’s fleet, communications, and other specialized equipment
Supports the design and coordination of training and exercise events
Evaluate and assess training and exercises by supporting the development of AAR/IPs
Enhance awareness and preparedness among citizens and visitors by developing and conducting preparedness presentations for vulnerable populations, neighborhood organizations, civic groups, and private and public organizations
Assist in developing, designing and writing articles, news releases, flyers, and newsletters to promote emergency preparedness; assist in maintaining and updating communications including, email lists, social media, website, and other external communications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Homeland Security, Political Science, or related field
Work experience in the emergency management, public safety, or related field
Must be proficient in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with EOC technology tools and mass notification systems
The following certifications must be earned within two years of employment: FEMA Basic Academy, ICS 300 and 400, FEMA Planning Practitioner Program, pending availability
Clean criminal background and driving record
Possess a valid SC driver's license (or have the availability to obtain)
Preferred
Possess a valid SC Class E driver's license (or have the availability to obtain)
Associate Emergency Manager, International Association of Emergency Management (IAEM)
FEMA Professional Development Series
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program Certificate
FEMA ICS 300 and 400
FEMA IS-251 Integrated Public Alert and Warning System for Alerting Administrators
FEMA Planning Practitioner Program
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Well-being Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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