Emergency Management Specialist

Boone County, located in Columbia, MO, has a great opportunity for an Emergency Management Specialist. Apply at: Responsibilities Responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive communication strategies and public outreach initiatives for the Office of Emergency Management. This position serves as a point of contact for media relations, community engagement, and crisis communication, ensuring effective dissemination of critical information to the public. Work schedule is subject to a 12-hour shift during a disaster or emergency operations center activation. Job Details Status: Full-time, non-exempt, benefited Working hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Available to work a 12-hour shift during a disaster or emergency operations center activation. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in journalism, communications, emergency management, public relations, or other related field and one year of experience in community engagement, community development, community partnerships, and/or emergency management; or an equivalent combination of related experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work. Must possess a clear criminal history. Must possess and maintain a valid Missouri driver’s license. Availability for after-hours staffing of special events, community outreach events, emergency operation center activations or other emergencies, as required. Available to work a 12-hour shift during a disaster or emergency operations center activation. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in emergency management, public administration, or related field; FEMA Public Information Officer certifications; experience in government or non-profit communications; bilingual skills (Spanish preferred). Additional Requirements NOTE: A criminal background check including a national fingerprint check through law enforcement agencies and a drug test will be conducted on all successful applicants prior to their appointment to this position. Salary Hourly Salary Range: $24.41 - $25.15 per hour Benefits Paid vacation 14 paid holidays Enrollment in the County Employees Retirement Fund, and two matching deferred compensation plans 100% County paid or low-cost employee health insurance premium options 100% County paid employee dental premiums Subsidized dependent premiums County Paid long-term disability and life insurance Boone County is a Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer. Apply at: #J-18808-Ljbffr