Emergency Management Coordinator I – Fire Emergency

About the role

The Los Angeles County Chief Executive Office is seeking an Emergency Management Coordinator I to support fire‑related disaster response and recovery. This temporary position (up to 90 days) will help coordinate resources, develop plans, and assist communities affected by recent windstorms and wildfires.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in researching, developing, and maintaining emergency and disaster plans, policies, and procedures.
• Support the design and execution of emergency response and recovery exercises and training.
• Recommend deployment of personnel, equipment, and supplies during emergencies.
• Coordinate response actions from the County Emergency Operations Center or field incident command posts.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, information sheets, brochures, manuals, and checklists for government agencies, community groups, and the public.
• Advise schools, industry groups, and the public on disaster preparedness and ensure readiness of operations personnel, facilities, and equipment.
• Communicate verbally, in writing, or via graphics with County management, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Participate in emergency exercises and train emergency services workers.
• Operate emergency communications equipment and manage response materials and personnel on a rotational basis.

Required profile

• Demonstrated interest in emergency management and public safety.
• Ability to work in high‑stress, fast‑moving environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eligibility to be hired on a temporary basis for up to 90 days.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute directly to community recovery after major wildfires.
• Potential pathway to permanent appointment based on performance assessment.
• Experience working within a large county emergency operations framework.