FORT BEND COUNTY

DEPARTMENT: HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

JOB TITLE:  EMERGENCY PLANNING COORDINATOR

(GRANT FUNDED)

JOB SUMMARY:

Develops public health emergency plans covering a variety of topics with a greater focus on the planning processes for countywide distribution of medication as needed in a public health emergency.  Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides for the development of emergency response plans and for the operational and logistical distribution of mass prophylaxis to residents of Fort Bend County in anticipation of exposure to biological, chemical or other agents.  Develops, plans and coordinates training exercises to mobilize all assets for prophylactic measures following a public health emergency.  Coordinates Fort Bend County’s planning and activities with the appropriate regional, state and national agencies.  Provides training and education for local response partners regarding the details of the plan for distribution of medications.  Executes and evaluates the plan through local and/or state sponsored drills.  Works with the office of Emergency Management and the FBC Medical Reserve Corps to ensure adequate staffing of dispensing sites and other needed activities.  Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field such as public health care, public health or community emergency planning.  Two years job related experience.  Excellent computer, verbal and written communication, project management, and organizational skills.  Ability to give public presentations.  Great interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.  Valid Texas Driver’s License.

SALARY RANGE: Public Health Grade 11, $2,057.60 - $2,420.00 biweekly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:  Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate

on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability or national

origin, or any other reason protected by law.

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs