State of Florida

Director of Emergency Operations

State of Florida

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Tallahassee • Florida • United States

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Salary

💰 $130,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the Florida State Guard’s mission and objectives.
  • Oversee planning, execution, and evaluation of training programs, readiness exercises, and emergency response operations.
  • Establish performance metrics and ensure accountability across all operational units.
  • Coordinate state-level emergency response activities in collaboration with the Florida Division of Emergency Management, local authorities, and other relevant agencies.
  • Maintain operational readiness for natural disasters, public safety emergencies, and state defense missions.
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding emergency management and civil defense operations.
  • Direct, mentor, and evaluate senior operational staff and unit leaders.
  • Oversee recruitment, retention, and development programs for operational personnel.
  • Promote a culture of safety, discipline, accountability, and mission-focused performance.
  • Develop operational policies, standard operating procedures, and guidelines in line with state regulations and best practices.
  • Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including military and emergency management regulations.

Requirements

  • 10 years of experience working in an emergency management or disaster response operations capacity.
  • 5 years of experience working in a leadership position within a federal, state, or medium or large-sized emergency, disaster, humanitarian, or public assistance agency.
  • One year of experience managing communications at an executive level.
  • Knowledge of emergency management principles, incident command systems (ICS/NIMS), and disaster response operations.
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws, policies, and regulations governing state defense forces and emergency operations.
  • Knowledge of operational planning processes, including contingency planning, risk assessment, and mission analysis.
  • Knowledge of logistics, personnel management, and resource allocation in operational environments.
  • Knowledge of interagency coordination, including working with local, state, federal, and non-governmental partners.
  • Knowledge of training development, readiness assessments, and operational evaluations.
  • Skill in operational planning and execution for complex, multi-mission environments.
  • Skill in decision-making under pressure and in time-sensitive or austere conditions.
  • Skill in strategic communication, including briefing senior leadership and coordinating with partner agencies.
Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Opportunities for Career Advancement
  • Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses
  • Training Opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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