Emergency Management Planning Cadre

Overview

This job posting is to establish a CADRE of Emergency Management Planning Specialist candidates who can be ready to support emergency management and hazard mitigation planning, training, and exercise projects across the US as needs arise. Projects may range from immediate to long-term and may require travel to client locations. If you choose to apply and your interest or availability requirements change, please notify us so we can update your application.

Introduction:
We are a leading, national consulting firm that provides compassionate, full-spectrum emergency management services including planning and preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation services to the public and private sectors before, during and after a natural disaster or catastrophic event. Our mission is to provide compassionate consulting services to local, state, federal, and industry clients, active in disaster response, recovery, and preparedness.

We will be on time, on target, and on budget with the services aligned to the evolving threats and hazards facing our nation. The position will be guided by ACDC s Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

• Job Title:
  
  Emergency Management Planning Specialist
• Full Time or Part Time:
  Part-Time/Full-time depending on the role
• Temporary/Seasonal/Regular:
  Temporary
• Compensation: $25-65 depending on location & job level
• Travel/
  
  Location:
  
  On-site in various areas of the country as needed, with some project based travel required

Benefits Summary: Temporary positions are not benefits eligible except as required by law.

Be part of a team of knowledgeable, compassionate, and helpful allies for our clients. The Planning Specialist for the Planning & Risk Reduction division will play an integral part of helping citizens and communities mitigate, prepare for, and respond to disasters. Projects are managed by ACDC full-time staff, and Planning Specialists are intended to supplement project teams based on prior experience, qualifications, and specialization.

Applicants should be passionate about making a difference in the world, and interested in supporting local, state, and federal jurisdictions in preparing for and recovering from disasters.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Lead and support the development and maintenance of all-hazards emergency preparedness plans, including Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs), Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) Plans, and hazard-specific/functional annexes
• Coordinate with local, regional, and state stakeholders to integrate planning efforts and ensure alignment with federal guidance, including the National Response Framework (NRF), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and Incident Command System (ICS), and the Comprehensive Preparedness Guide (CPG) 101
• Design, facilitate, and evaluate discussion-based and operations-based exercises (e.g., seminars, workshops, tabletop exercises, drills, and full-scale exercises) using HSEEP methodology
• Develop and deliver training programs that enhance emergency management capabilities among internal staff and external stakeholders
• Conduct threat and hazard identification and risk assessments (THIRA) and capability assessments to inform planning priorities and preparedness initiatives
• Lead and support the development and maintenance of local/multi-jurisdictional/state hazard mitigation plans, climate adaptation plans, resiliency plans, special event emergency action plans, and other related planning
• Engage with community partners—such as schools, healthcare providers, emergency services, and private sector entities—to support inclusive and coordinated preparedness planning
• Draft and update emergency management protocols, procedures, and standard operating guidelines (SOGs) to improve readiness and response capacity
• Identify and document gaps in preparedness, planning capabilities, training, and resources; develop recommendations for improvement and track corrective actions
• Prepare after-action reports (AARs) and improvement plans (IPs) following exercises or real-world events to support continuous improvement efforts
• Support grant writing and administration for preparedness initiatives, including tracking deliverables, reporting progress, and ensuring compliance with applicable requirements
• Serve in a planning or training role within the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during exercises or activations, as needed (may require long shifts or irregular hours)
• Develop Incident Action Plans and Situations Reports as well as other planning documents as a part of EOC activations
• Perform other duties as assigned related to emergency preparedness, training, exercise, and planning initiatives
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid knowledge of emergency preparedness and planning programs and…