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Salary: $3,100.59 - $4,190.09 Biweekly Location : Georgetown: 911 Tracy Chambers Ln, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 14.03232 Department: Emergency Management Opening Date: 02/24/2026 FLSA: Exempt JOB SUMMARY Reporting directly to the Director of Emergency Management, responsible for serving as the second-in-command of Williamson County's Emergency Management program and is responsible for strategic leadership, operational oversight, and management of all preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, and continuity programs. Provides direct supervision to emergency management staff, oversees complex program areas, and serves as the primary operational authority for the department when the Director is unavailable. Leads county-wide preparedness initiatives, drives Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) accreditation efforts, maintains compliance with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) standards, oversees Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operations, ensures integration with regional partners, and manages high-value projects including grants, capability development, long-term recovery, hazard mitigation planning, and whole-community engagement. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMEDProvides executive-level leadership in developing, implementing, evaluating, and modernizing Williamson County's comprehensive emergency management program Manages day-to-day operations and directs staff in all program areas, including planning, training, exercise, mitigation, public outreach, Community Organizations Active in Disaster and Long-Term Recovery Group (COAD/LTRG) coordination, recovery, and EOC support Leads strategic planning efforts to align the County's EM program with EMAP standards, FEMA doctrine, TDEM requirements, and national best practices Assists the Director in long-range planning, organizational development, and capacity-building to support the needs of a fast-growing county Supervises, trains, mentors, and evaluates emergency management personnel Develops employee performance standards, provides coaching, and ensures staff growth is consistent with emergency management professional standards and county objectives Assigns projects, sets priorities, reviews work quality, and ensures accountability Serves as Deputy EOC Manager and acts as EOC Manager during activations when delegated by the Director Oversees EOC readiness, training, resource typing, situational awareness systems, WebEOC boards, and operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Coordinates with local, regional, and state partners to ensure National Incident Management System (NIMS) - compliant operations Directs the development, maintenance, and implementation of required Emergency Management plans, including, but not limited to: Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and all Emergency Support Functions (ESF) Annexes Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) Recovery Framework Continuity of Operations (COOP) / Continuity of Government (COG) Plans Hazard-Specific Annexes (e.g., Flood, Dam Failure, Wildfire, HazMat) Ensures all plans meet or exceed EMAP, TDEM, and FEMA CPG-101/201/302/502 guidance Oversees the county's compliance with annual TDEM and FEMA program requirements, including the NIMS Implementation Objectives Leads the development and maintenance of the County's Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment/Stakeholder Preparedness Review (THIRA/SPR) Identifies gaps in core capabilities and develop strategies to enhance resilience, mitigation, preparedness, and operational capacity Oversees the county's HSEEP-compliant training and exercise program Develops and maintains a multi-year training & exercise plan (MYTEP) Designs and delivers training for county staff, elected officials, public safety partners, and whole-community stakeholders Ensures After-Action Reports (AARs) and Improvement Plans (IPs) align with EMAP standards and drive continuous improvement Supports and/or leads major mitigation initiatives including HMGP, FMA, wildfire mitigation, flood mitigation, and infrastructure resiliency Coordinates interdepartmental mitigation projects and collaborates with municipalities, USACE, TxDOT, utilities, NGOs, and regional partners Serves as Deputy Recovery Manager in major disasters Supports COAD and LTRG development and coordinates multi-year recovery planning Ensures integration with federal programs, including: PA - Public Assistance (FEMA) IA - Individual Assistance (FEMA) SBA - Small Business Administration Disaster Loans CDBG-DR - Community Development Block Grant: Disaster Recovery NRCS - Natural Resources Conservation Service (Emergency Watershed Protection Program) Manages or supervises management of complex state and federal grants, including: HMGP - Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (FEMA) PA - Public Assistance (FEMA) SHSP - State Homeland Security Program (DHS/FEMA) Assists in developing and managing the department's annual operating budget Ensures compliance with federal procurement and audit requirements Represents the County at regional committees, councils of governments, working groups, and state-wide planning initiatives Strengthens partnerships with municipal EM partners, school districts, hospitals, public safety agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and the private sector Provides briefings to senior county leadership, Commissioners Court, and external partners Serves as senior duty officer on rotation and responds to emergencies, incidents, and planned events Provides operational leadership in field response, EOC coordination, incident management assistance, and technical advisory roles Leads high-priority initiatives including implementation of new technologies, community risk reduction programs, public information strategies, and interagency operational frameworks Oversees EMAP accreditation process from initiation through accreditation and annual maintenance Attends all meetings and trainings, as required Performs special duties as assigned ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS Reports directly to - Director of Emergency Management Direct Reports - Yes PHYSICAL DEMANDS Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and standing Position involves walking over uneven terrain and/or climbing obstacles Position involves occasional lifting and carrying of fifty (50) or more pounds Position may involve working for extended periods of time (12 or more hours) ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment May be required to perform work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions) Potential exposure to dust, smoke, loud noise, technical hazards, disturbing scenes, and hazardous substances Regular travel between work sites as required IRREGULAR HOURS Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) is required Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director Regular attendance is required The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in a related field AND five (5) years of progressively responsible emergency management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory, managerial, or program leadership role Prior experience with large-scale response and recovery operations, including leading EOC operations, managing staff, and overseeing local-level emergency management programs Expert-level knowledge of the four mission areas: Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequired Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 Level 2, Practitioner Training, Exercise Design, Conduct, and Evaluation (IS-120.c, IS-130.a, IS-139.a, and IS-138.a) FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) Valid Texas Driver's License Required within thirty (30) days of employmentCriminal Justice Information System (CJIS) less than full access training Required within one (1) year of employment Level 3, Advanced/Lead Exercise Developer, including K/L0146: Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Course EMAP Assessor Training (if available) CPR/AED certification & Stop the Bleed training Required within two (2) years of employment IAEM Associate/Certified EM (AEM/CEM) or Texas Emergency Manager (TEM) Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) ICS Instructor certification PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in emergency management or related field Ten (10) years of emergency management/public safety experience Completion of FEMA NIMS Command & General Staff training IAEM Associate/Certified EM (AEM/CEM) or Texas Emergency Manager (TEM) Experience with grant portfolios larger than $1M, and EMAP accreditation Public Information Officer training (G-290/291 or higher) Wildland Fire, HazMat, EMS, or other public safety certifications Advanced GIS, WebEOC, or data analytics proficiency Operational licenses of one or more: EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter, Hazardous Materials Technician, Basic Peace Officer, or other public safety licensure FEMA Continuity of Operations (COOP) Level I or II Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Advanced Professional Series certification EMPLOYMENT TESTING Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: Criminal background check: Yes Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes Drug screening: Yes Physical exam: No Psychological exam: No Additional: N/A SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at . Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533. 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field AND five (5) years of progressively responsible emergency management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience? Yes No 02 Do you have three (3) years of experience in a supervisory, managerial, or program leadership role? Yes No 03 Do you have prior experience with large-scale response and recovery operations, including leading EOC operations, managing staff, and overseeing local-level emergency management programs? Yes No 04 Do you have expert-level knowledge of the four mission areas: Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery? Yes No 05 Have you successfully completed the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800? Yes No 06 Have you successfully completed the Level 2, Practitioner Training, Exercise Design, Conduct, and Evaluation (IS-120.c, IS-130.a, IS-139.a, and IS-138.a)? Yes No 07 Have you successfully completed the FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS)? Yes No 08 Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid driver's license by date of hire? Yes No 09 Can you successfully complete the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) less than full access training within thirty (30) days of employment? Yes No 10 Based on the job description, why do you believe you are the best candidate for this position? Required Question