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City of Laguna Beach: Emergency Operations Coordinator

Updated: 5 hours ago

The following information was provided by The City of Laguna Beach


The City of Laguna Beach invites passionate and skilled professionals to apply for the role of Emergency Operations Coordinator. If you are dedicated, detail-oriented, and driven by a commitment to public safety and service, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community. As our Emergency Operations Coordinator, you will play a key role in developing, implementing, and overseeing emergency response plans that ensure the city is prepared for any situation. You’ll coordinate closely with City departments and partner agencies, design and lead essential emergency training programs, and ensure compliance with state and federal disaster protocols. Join us in helping keep Laguna Beach safe, prepared, and resilient!

This position requires occasional after-hours on-call or standby, after-hours weather and hazard monitoring, regular after-hours trainings, regular after-hours meetings, and potentially prolonged emergency activations.


What you’ll be great at:

  • Leading an Emergency Operations Center

  • Ensuring high standards of customer service

  • Training & Drill Coordination

  • Grant & Funding Management

  • Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Communication & Public Speaking

  • Disaster Planning & Preparedness

  • Project & Program Management

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on December 9, 2024


Examples of Duties

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Emergency Operations Coordinator. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.


Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, emergency services or a related field, or formal training in the areas of disaster mitigation, response and recovery.

Experience:  Three (3) years of experience in emergency management or a related field. Local government public safety experience is highly desirable.

License/Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required.  Certification as an Emergency Manager by the International Association of Emergency Managers or Professional Emergency Manager by the California Emergency Services Association is desirable. Completion of all ICS courses up to ICS 700 & 800 is desirable.


Supplemental Information

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies in the same or lower classifications.

Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with a first review on December 9, 2024. Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.

Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and a pre-placement physical including a drug test. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted.

Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, alternative work schedules, wellness programs and more! The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.



Note: Candidates interested in applying for these roles should submit online applications and can then send their resume to BusinessSolutions@ocworkforcesolutions.com. For WIOA participants interested in applying for these roles, please have their case managers send their resume to BusinessSolutions@ocworkforcesolutions.com upon completion of an online application. The BSU team will send the resume directly to the recruiters



This WIOA Title I financially assisted program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance to participate in this program, please call (714) 480-6500. TDD/TTY users, please call the California Relay Service at (800) 735-2922 or 711. Please call 72 hours in advance to allow the OC Workforce Solutions Center to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this program.


The views, information, or opinions expressed by the organization(s) mentioned are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the County of Orange and its employees.

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