Agency
Safety
Division
70000075 Dept of Public Safety
Job Classification Title
Emergency Management Specialist (S)
Position Number
60084589
Grade
NC16
About Us
The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.
Description of Work
About NCEM:
The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is to enhance North Carolina's resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of efficient and effective preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation of all natural and man-made hazards and threats. It is part of the NC Department of Public Safety (NCDPS).
About the Operations Section:
The primary mission of the Operations Section is to coordinate the delivery of assistance and services to local and tribal governments during emergencies and disasters. Additionally, the Operations Section is responsible for the coordination of response activities during implementation of the North Carolina Emergency Operations Plan, including the identification, assignment, and management of resources needed to accomplish incident objectives. During activations of the State Emergency Operations Center, the Operations Section provides overall incident management and support to State Emergency Response Team members. During daily operations, the Operations section provides incident management assistance and on-scene support to local governments by utilizing assigned resources, regional assets, and brokering mutual aid.
About the Position:
The Human Services Planner will be responsible for regional coordination of governmental and nongovernmental organizations and other subject matter professionals who are responsible for the delivery of emergency preparedness, sheltering, mass feeding, mental health,agricultural, and animal welfare services alleviating suffering and hardship caused by disasters.
If selected, they will be providing direct support to counties operating evacuation and/or long-term shelters, as well as technical advice and support for development of mass care plans at the local level. The candidate will also be developing and maintaining plans, standard operating guides, and other programmatic documents related to mass care, including applicable sections of the North Carolina Emergency Operations Plan.
This position reports directly to Human Services Branch Manager on program status. Responsibilities include writing program specific contingency plans, managing emergency operations, managing Web EOC activities, policy analysis, program outreach and working shift work as assigned when Emergency Operations Center is activated to include day and/or night shift.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
**This posting will close at 11:59pm on 10/20/2026**
**Please note that all new hires are required to report in-office/on-site for the first 90 days of hire**
This is a full time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits .
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.
Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.
Management Preferences:
- Experience developing, expanding, and/or evaluating government or non-profit programs.
- Experience developing and implementing policies and guidelines for government or non-profit programs.
- Experience in the preparedeness, response, recovery and/or mitigation phases of emergency management.
- Knowledge of emergency management laws, policies and best practices at the local, state, and/or federal level.
- ICS 100 and 200 certifications and knowledge and experience in mass care.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
Transcripts
· Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and
transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
· Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
· International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members.
Military Experience
· Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
· Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
o A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
o A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions. Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification when the position is filled. For more information about the application process, please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications, please place a support ticket. For basic information regarding employment with North Carolina State Government, please call (984) 236-0800. If there are any questions about this specific vacancy other than your application status, please contact ncemhr at ncemhr@ncdps.gov.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of progressively responsible emergency management, emergency services, or other professional experience directly related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Ashley Minnick
Recruiter Email:
ASHLEY.MINNICK@NCDPS.GOV
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