Emergency Preparedness Coordinator — Indianapolis, IN

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state. With opportunities across 60+ agencies, the State offers a commitment to work-life balance and the chance to make a real, measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers.

About the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS)

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) leads the state's emergency planning, operations, first responder training, and fire and building safety. The Indiana State Fire Marshal oversees the Division of Fire and Building Safety, which enforces building codes and includes a fire investigations unit. IDHS certifies and trains thousands of first responders, hosts state-level exercises annually, and supports the State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during large-magnitude incidents.

About the Role

This position provides 24/7 statewide situational awareness and emergency coordination support, requiring availability for overnight and weekend shifts. You will serve as a critical link in the state's emergency response infrastructure, monitoring media and intelligence sources to maintain a 24-hour watch log and producing real-time incident reports for local, state, and federal partners.

In this role, you will manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Support (RFSs), coordinating emergency resources for agencies such as IDEM, arson and radiation investigators, search and rescue teams, and cyber incident responders. You will support the activation of the State Emergency Operations Center during major incidents and facilitate emergency conference calls with executive leadership. The position demands proficiency with IDHS systems including WebEOC, SharePoint, GR2 Analyst, radios, Everbridge, SmartHub, and GIS, as well as the ability to issue public alerts through IPAWS.

A Day in the Life

Your day will involve compiling data to assist in the development of emergency tactical and operational plans, statewide analyses, and evaluations. You will help execute tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises, ensuring consistency and interoperability across local, state, and federal partners. A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to conducting research and data acquisition to support strategic planning elements for state and local agencies.

You will provide guidance to political sub-divisions to help them develop area plans and assist in preparing short and long-range training plans for responders. Depending on agency needs, you may also coordinate district-level training programs and travel to state and regional training exercise sites. The role requires constant assessment of potential disasters and the production of GIS-based visual products for agency leadership to maintain a statewide common operating picture.

Hiring Process

The State of Indiana is committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the role, please contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Work location

Work model: On-site

3322, East Saint Clair Street, Rivoli Park, Near Eastside, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, 46201, United States

Indianapolis, Indiana

Key Responsibilities

check_circleMonitor media and intelligence sources to provide 24/7 statewide situational awareness
check_circleSupport activation of the State Emergency Operations Center during major incidents
check_circleFacilitate emergency conference calls with executive leadership
check_circleConduct analytical studies and maintain a statewide common operating picture
check_circleAssist in developing emergency tactical and operational plans by compiling data
check_circleCoordinate with local, state, and federal partners to ensure plan interoperability
check_circleAssist in the preparation of short and long-range training plans for responders
check_circleCoordinate and manage district-level training and exercise training programs
check_circleAssist senior planners with exercise facilitation and evaluation during scheduled exercises

Requirements

verifiedBasic knowledge of planning techniques and procedures
verifiedBasic knowledge of urban planning, transportation planning and state and local economic and industrial development
verifiedBasic knowledge of emergency disaster, emergency cause and effect and procedures and methodology to minimize adverse effects
verifiedAbility to use the techniques of fact-finding and analysis to interpret statistical information and trends concerning the physical, social, and economic aspects of population centers
verifiedAbility to explain the programs and secure cooperation between local, state, and federal government and private executives
verifiedAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and through structured media
verifiedAbility to develop feasible techniques and methods to achieve plan solutions
verifiedAbility to comprehend and interpret federal and state laws, guidelines, and regulations relative to disaster planning and operations

Benefits & Perks

check_circleThree medical plan options including RX coverage, plus vision and dental planscheck_circleHealth savings account with bi-weekly state contributioncheck_circleDeferred compensation 457(b) account with employer matchcheck_circleTwo fully-funded pension plan options150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Webeoc, Sharepoint, GR2 Analyst, Everbridge, Smarthub, Gis, Ipaws, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Emergency Disaster.

Education: A degree is not required.

Frequently asked questions about Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana

What does a Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana do?expand_more

In this Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana role, you will monitor media and intelligence sources to provide 24/7 statewide situational awareness; support activation of the state emergency operations center during major incidents; facilitate emergency conference calls with executive leadership; and conduct analytical studies and maintain a statewide common operating picture.

What are the requirements for this Emergency Prep Coordinator role?expand_more

To qualify for the Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana position, applicants should have: Basic knowledge of planning techniques and procedures; Basic knowledge of urban planning, transportation planning and state and local economic and industrial development; Basic knowledge of emergency disaster, emergency cause and effect and procedures and methodology to minimize adverse effects; Ability to use the techniques of fact-finding and analysis to interpret statistical information and trends concerning the physical, social, and economic aspects of population centers; Ability to explain the programs and secure cooperation between local, state, and federal government and private executives; and Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and through structured media.

Where is the Emergency Prep Coordinator role at State of Indiana located?expand_more

Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana is based in 3322, East Saint Clair Street, Rivoli Park, Near Eastside, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, 46201, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Emergency Prep Coordinator job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

State of Indiana has listed this Emergency Prep Coordinator role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Emergency Prep Coordinator role?expand_more

Candidates for Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana should have mid level.

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Key skills for Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana include Webeoc; Sharepoint; GR2 Analyst; Everbridge; Smarthub; Gis; Ipaws; and Urban Planning.

What education is required for Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: A degree is not required.

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Emergency Prep Coordinator at State of Indiana is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.