OPS Field Resource Unit Leader

OPS Field Resource Unit Leader -

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Requisition No: 862866

Agency:
Division of Emergency Management

Working Title:

OPS Field Resource Unit Leader -

Pay Plan:
Temp

Position Number:

Salary: $35.00/Hour

Posting Closing Date: 01/21/2026

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) plans for and responds to both natural and man‑made disasters, ranging from floods and hurricanes to hazardous material incidents and nuclear events. FDEM coordinates state, federal, and local agencies, implements a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, conducts exercises, provides technical assistance to local governments, and trains state and local agencies. FDEM leads the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) and operates the State Watch Office, and after disasters, advises the Governor on emergency declarations and federal relief requests.

The Resources Unit Leader (RESL) plays a critical role in managing incident resources. This position ensures effective resource tracking, allocation, and coordination and establishes all incident check‑in activities, including preparing and processing resource status information and maintaining a master list of resources assigned to the incident.

Duties for the position include, but are not limited to:

• Configure unit with personnel to support operations.
• Compare resource needs with a list of resources available for assignment and follow the ordering process to submit completed resource requests, as necessary.
• Coordinate with other units to maintain the status of available, assigned, and out‑of‑service resources.
• Ensure all assigned resources have checked in at the incident.
• Coordinate with the Demobilization Unit to track demobilizing resources.
• Perform duties as assigned during activations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), work non‑traditional hours, and travel for extended periods.
• Deploy to anywhere in Florida or the United States for up to 28 days at a time; travel requirements may be extensive in nature.

• In‑depth understanding of incident resource tracking, allocation, and documentation.
• Ability to manage resource availability and deployment efficiently.
• Knowledge of incident command systems, resource ordering processes, and incident logistics.
• Adaptability to changing incident needs and priorities.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with other units and stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate resource movements effectively.
• Thoroughness in tracking resource status and ensuring accurate records.
• Skill in managing resource databases and documentation.
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, response teams, and support units.

• A valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to deploy for extended periods with little to no advance notice anywhere in Florida or the United States, work non‑traditional hours including weekends and holidays, and perform other duties as required. Travel requirements may be extensive (up to 28 days at a time).

• Experience tracking, allocating, and coordinating resources.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the FDEM Human Resources Office at (850) 815‑4177. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position. The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace;

employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act. The State of Florida and the Division of Emergency Management participate in E‑Verify.

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