Overview
As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment. Classification Title: Emergency Management Specialist. To learn more about Macomb County benefits click here. Salary
$55,007.80 - $71,147.99 Department
Emergency Management and Communications Opening Date
01/20/2026 Closing Date
02/03/2026 12:00 a.m. FLSA Status
Non-exempt - Overtime pursuant to collective bargaining agreement and/or Human Resources policy Employment Relationship
Just cause subject to probationary period General Summary
Under direction, this position provides coordination between county, state and local agencies in the event of a natural, technological, or man-made emergency. Assists with the development of the county’s Emergency Operations Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan, and Continuity of Operations Plan. Assists with locating, developing and delivering resources to Macomb County citizens, first responders, businesses and educational institutions to enhance emergency preparedness. Responds to emergency situations affecting Macomb County. Assists with the development and coordination of emergency preparedness training and exercise programs for county employees and first responders. Assists with public outreach and public information campaigns related to emergency preparedness. Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Provides coordination between the county, federal, state and local agencies in the event of a natural, technological or man-made emergency. Assists in developing, reviewing and updating County and local emergency plans, including the County Operations Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan. Assists in the operation of the Macomb County Emergency Operations Center. Responds to emergency situations affecting Macomb County as assigned. Develops, coordinates and facilitates training and exercise programs in preparation for emergency and disaster events. Attends trainings and seminars relative to current emergency planning issues. Assists with the development and delivery of disaster communications and coordinated public information campaigns through department website, social media, press releases and the development of informational publications. Advises and assists first responders, government agencies, private agencies, educational institutions and volunteer groups with specific phases of emergency management programs by outlining specific roles and activities. Conducts and advises on the completion of vulnerability assessments on residential, business and governmental institutions. Provides support for established emergency management committees, including the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) and Local Planning Team (LPT). Assists with coordinating emergency response and recovery efforts directly with local, county and state agencies during emergencies and significant events. Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Associate’s Degree or equivalent of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration or a related field One (1) year of experience developing emergency plans, designing and facilitating public safety training and exercises and participating in emergency response and recovery operations in an emergency management agency at the local, county, state or federal level Preferred Education And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration or a related field Three (3) years of experience developing emergency plans, designing and facilitating public safety training and exercises and participating in emergency response and recovery operations in an emergency management agency at the local, county, state or federal level Required Licenses Or Certifications
Possession of the Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) designation through the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division within two (2) years of hire Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel Preferred Licenses Or Certifications
Possession of the Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) designation through the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division at time of hire Knowledge, Competencies, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge: Emergency management, public safety and homeland security best practices and processes Knowledge: Use and application of current computer programs and social media platforms Skill: Effective time management Skill: Communicating effectively with stakeholders Ability: Work effectively in stressful conditions and make responsible decisions appropriate to the scope of the position and according to established laws, policies and procedures Ability: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, Federal, State and local agencies and the public Ability: Utilize countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments Ability: Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign Ability: Effectively speak, write and understand the English language Ability: Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred Ability: Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions Ability: Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files Ability: Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries Ability: Work independently Work Environment/Conditions
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations. The AFSCME Local 411bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.
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As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment. Classification Title: Emergency Management Specialist. To learn more about Macomb County benefits click here. Salary
$55,007.80 - $71,147.99 Department
Emergency Management and Communications Opening Date
01/20/2026 Closing Date
02/03/2026 12:00 a.m. FLSA Status
Non-exempt - Overtime pursuant to collective bargaining agreement and/or Human Resources policy Employment Relationship
Just cause subject to probationary period General Summary
Under direction, this position provides coordination between county, state and local agencies in the event of a natural, technological, or man-made emergency. Assists with the development of the county’s Emergency Operations Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan, and Continuity of Operations Plan. Assists with locating, developing and delivering resources to Macomb County citizens, first responders, businesses and educational institutions to enhance emergency preparedness. Responds to emergency situations affecting Macomb County. Assists with the development and coordination of emergency preparedness training and exercise programs for county employees and first responders. Assists with public outreach and public information campaigns related to emergency preparedness. Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Provides coordination between the county, federal, state and local agencies in the event of a natural, technological or man-made emergency. Assists in developing, reviewing and updating County and local emergency plans, including the County Operations Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan. Assists in the operation of the Macomb County Emergency Operations Center. Responds to emergency situations affecting Macomb County as assigned. Develops, coordinates and facilitates training and exercise programs in preparation for emergency and disaster events. Attends trainings and seminars relative to current emergency planning issues. Assists with the development and delivery of disaster communications and coordinated public information campaigns through department website, social media, press releases and the development of informational publications. Advises and assists first responders, government agencies, private agencies, educational institutions and volunteer groups with specific phases of emergency management programs by outlining specific roles and activities. Conducts and advises on the completion of vulnerability assessments on residential, business and governmental institutions. Provides support for established emergency management committees, including the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) and Local Planning Team (LPT). Assists with coordinating emergency response and recovery efforts directly with local, county and state agencies during emergencies and significant events. Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Associate’s Degree or equivalent of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration or a related field One (1) year of experience developing emergency plans, designing and facilitating public safety training and exercises and participating in emergency response and recovery operations in an emergency management agency at the local, county, state or federal level Preferred Education And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration or a related field Three (3) years of experience developing emergency plans, designing and facilitating public safety training and exercises and participating in emergency response and recovery operations in an emergency management agency at the local, county, state or federal level Required Licenses Or Certifications
Possession of the Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) designation through the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division within two (2) years of hire Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel Preferred Licenses Or Certifications
Possession of the Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) designation through the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division at time of hire Knowledge, Competencies, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge: Emergency management, public safety and homeland security best practices and processes Knowledge: Use and application of current computer programs and social media platforms Skill: Effective time management Skill: Communicating effectively with stakeholders Ability: Work effectively in stressful conditions and make responsible decisions appropriate to the scope of the position and according to established laws, policies and procedures Ability: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, Federal, State and local agencies and the public Ability: Utilize countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments Ability: Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign Ability: Effectively speak, write and understand the English language Ability: Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred Ability: Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions Ability: Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files Ability: Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries Ability: Work independently Work Environment/Conditions
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations. The AFSCME Local 411bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.
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