EMA Director

Directs the Morrow County Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (MCHSEMA) and oversees the activities to include personnel, program compliance, and budgeting. Individual reports to the Morrow County EMA Executive Committee (IAW ORC 5502.26).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Directs and manages the County’s Emergency Management System and is responsible for natural and man-made disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation to include coordination of activities with the State of Ohio and US Federal Government; implements the Intrastate Mutual Aid and Emergency Management Assistance Compacts that executes mutual aid within the State of Ohio and across the country;

Controls the County Emergency Operation Center with direction from elected officials that oversees operation of all emergency response entities, local government offices, non-governmental offices, and volunteer groups;

Directs and manages a Homeland Security System to include all related federal grants allocated to EMA, coordinates the implementation of the National Incident Management System, and implements programs derived from the Federal and State Department of Homeland Security given to emergency management;

Directs and manages the County’s Local Emergency Planning Committee (provided with the LEPC’s resolution) and is responsible for planning and coordination of response to extremely hazardous substance facilities and transportation emergencies; responds to hazardous materials incidents;

Consistently demonstrates the ability to apply progressive management principles; plans and implements office goals and objectives;

Professionally and effectively works with surrounding county, state, and federal workers to coordinate on a regional and state level;

Performs public speaking and outreach in a variety of locations and on many topics to ensure public and responder awareness of functions the office handles;

Accurately projects requirements and control expenditures within budgeting guidelines given by the Morrow County EMA Executive Committee; to define and solve problems; to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions using practical judgment and analytical skills;

Serves as a liaison with all local governments within Morrow County;

Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance;

Attends various training sessions, video conferences, and workshops;

Meets all safety requirements and standards which pertain to essential functions.

Serves as County Risk Manager.

Performs typing, word processing, and related computer operations;

Works outside of typical work schedule/business hours as required; and

Other duties as assigned.

JOB STANDARDS:

A degree in Public Safety, Emergency Management, Business, Public Administration, or five (5) years of responsible experience in emergency services, police, fire or military service, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience with a demonstrated ability to effectively manage and lead subordinate personnel or an equivalent in education and/or work experience.

Individuals must have completed the FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800, additionally FEMA G-300, G-400 are preferred. Completion of the FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) if not completed shall be obtained within 12 months of hire. Completion of National Emergency Management Basic Academy (NEMBA) within 36 months of hire. Meet and maintain qualifications for driving on county business as a continued condition of employment. All required licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.

Knowledge of budgeting; grant administration; FEMA planning policies and guidance; government structure and process; safety practices and procedures; homeland security and emergency management laws and regulations; agency policies and procedures*; public relations; local geographic area and associated hazards. Familiarity with the following rules, regulations, and requirements: Ohio Revised Code Chapter 5501 (5502.21 – 5502.51) & Chapter 3750 and Ohio Administrative Code 4501:3

Skill in use of Microsoft office suite; use of modern office equipment; CAMEO suite*; WebEOC*; operate and maintain the various equipment held by the EMA office* (command bus, radios, generators, etc.)

Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; exercise independent judgement and discretion; understand, interpret and apply laws, rules or regulations to specific situations; prepare accurate documentation; prepare and deliver speeches and presentations; communicate effectively; train or instruct others; understand technical manuals and/or verbal instructions; process sensitive information, inquiries or contacts with officials and the public; develop and maintain effective working relationships; travel and gain access to work sites.

Working Conditions

The employee will occasionally be exposed to naturally occurring, technological or human-caused hazards. Examples are severe weather events, floods, fires and chemical releases or spills.

Full Time Benefits:

· Health insurance

· Dental insurance

· Vision Insurance

· Life insurance

· Paid time off

· Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

· 12 paid holidays

Resumes will be accepted until October 26, 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person