Community Resilience Coordinator

Community Resilience Coordinator

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ABOUT THE POSITION

Join the City of Gilroy and help shape the future of community preparedness, recovery, and resilience. The City is recruiting for a full-time dynamic and forward-thinking Community Resilience Coordinator (CRC) to join the Administration Department in a role that makes a real impact.

In this exciting opportunity, the CRC will lead innovative efforts to strengthen how the City prepares for, responds to, and recovers from natural disasters and emergency situations. Working at the center of collaboration and change, you'll help redesign organizational structures, modernize processes, and advance strategic goals that build a stronger, safer, and more resilient Gilroy. If you're passionate about public service, emergency preparedness, and creating lasting community impact, this is your chance to help drive meaningful change where it matters most!

Under direct supervision of the Assistant City Administrator, the Community Resilience Coordinator will develop, implement and lead comprehensive local resilience vision, strategy and planning related to the community's emergency preparedness and responsive programs. Emphasis will be placed on services and programs for populations that are more at-risk during disasters due to lack of resources and education. Additional responsibilities include developing solutions to reduce disaster risks, securing and managing mitigation grant funding, delivering community resilience education and training, and effectively engaging, partnering, and collaborating with a variety of officials, local, state, and federal agencies, businesses, community services, both public and private, concerning the related work and goals of the City. Moreover, the CRC will undertake related special projects with citywide significance, and perform other related duties as required. This position is considered essential personnel during City emergencies and is expected to be available to staff and support the Emergency Operations Center.

This is an exempt, mid-management level position that must exercise competent discretion and judgement in the performance of duties and interactions with others.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The City Administration team is energetic, innovative, and always looking ahead. We thrive in an environment driven by strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and forward-thinking ideas that strengthen the City and the community we serve. As a close-knit and highly collaborative team, we value camaraderie, open communication, and the unique expertise each member brings to the table. Together, we tackle complex challenges, exchange ideas, and develop impactful programs designed to enhance community resilience, safety, and preparedness. We are passionate about continuous learning and professional growth, embracing ongoing education, training, and innovation to ensure we deliver exceptional public service and keep Gilroy prepared to respond confidently to any emergency or disaster situation.

If you're looking for a workplace where your ideas matter, collaboration is encouraged, and your work has a meaningful impact on the community every day, you'll fit right in with our team.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

• Bring advanced expertise in emergency management, disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs that strengthen community resilience.
• Be passionate about community outreach, public education, and delivering engaging workshops and training programs focused on emergency preparedness—especially for vulnerable and at-risk populations who may lack access to critical resources and planning tools.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex issues, interpret data, exercise sound independent judgment, and develop innovative, solution-oriented recommendations.
• Serve as a confident and engaging public spokesperson for the City, delivering clear, accurate, and impactful presentations and public information to diverse audiences.
• Build meaningful partnerships and foster collaboration with residents, businesses, community organizations, and stakeholders to strengthen trust, connectivity, and awareness around emergency planning and community resilience.
• Possess a solid understanding of the legal, regulatory, and administrative frameworks that guide municipal government operations.
• Maintain flexibility and readiness to respond during emergencies, including availability during evenings, weekends, and disaster response activations.
• Leverage experience in grant writing, funding acquisition, and resource development to expand and enhance the City's emergency preparedness and resilience initiatives.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment by being highly motivated, organized, and self-directed, with the ability to effectively manage priorities, meet deadlines, and successfully execute projects independently.

FIRST YEAR PROJECTS INCLUDE:

• Maintain existing partnerships and identify new partners that help the City connect with communities, including individuals with Access and Functional Needs (AFN).
• Collaborate with partners to develop and implement effective outreach and education strategies, including the creation and dissemination of emergency preparedness materials.
• Lead continued development and implementation of Community Resilience Plan to enhance community preparedness, outreach, and overall resilience.
• Facilitate community education across a variety of venues, meeting people where they are to increase accessibility and engagement.