Description

New Hanover County is actively searching for a dedicated and experienced full-time Senior Emergency Management Specialist (Logistics) to join our dynamic team. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Emergency Management and serves as the primary authority and subject matter expert for logistical operations. This senior-level position is responsible for the comprehensive oversight, management, and operational readiness of all departmental logistics, including warehouse, supplies, specialized equipment, and vehicles. The role involves direct oversight of resource allocation, emergency response coordination, and interagency collaboration to ensure timely and effective support during incidents and planned events. This position also holds key responsibilities in planning and training, including assisting with management of the NHC Radiological Emergency Plan (REP), training staff for EOC logistic-based roles, and subject matter expertise and assistance with the NHC Emergency Management Auxiliary Communication (AUXCOMM) program.

New Hanover County Emergency Management (NHC EM) manages New Hanover County’s emergency/disaster procedures and strategies by planning, developing and/or coordinating activities for training, drills and exercises of plans and equipment. NHC EM collaborates externally with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, non-government organizations, and the private sector to promote "whole community" planning.

Essential duties include:

Supervises assigned staff and volunteers to include prioritizing and delegating tasks and assignments, conducting performance evaluations, supporting training and exercise opportunities for internal and external partners, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations. 
Oversees daily logistics of emergency management to include developing and recommending departmental policies/procedures and formulating and analyzing emergency plans for natural, technical, and man-made incidents and disasters.
As a part of performing work during emergency and disaster situations, assumes a leadership role in crisis response and management in the County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) supporting all logistical support and filing roles as assigned in EOC activation. 
Serves in a scheduled On-Call rotation to respond to after-hour incidents in NHC.
Liaison to internal and external partners as related to EM logistical support.
Collaborate with partners during field response operations requiring logistical support.
Maintains NHC EM communication equipment.
Provides communications subject matter expertise and coordinates logistical support of NHC AUXCOMMs. 
Creates, writes, and maintains emergency plans, policies, procedures.  Identifies grant opportunities. Participates in various local, regional, and state committee activities that benefit the department and county. Projects budget needs relevant to the section.  
Works closely with the Senior Emergency Specialists tasked with Planning and Operations to ensure departmental efforts are collaborative, efficient, and coordinated. 
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who is eager to bring their tenured knowledge of Emergency Management, coordinated response, and logistical strategies to guide staff and improve processes across the organization. They will be experienced in making key decisions on behalf of an agency, while maintaining a keen sense of situational awareness, and will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills as they present to internal and external stakeholders.

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees’ backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.    

Salary Information:
The hiring range for this position is $65,232 - $88,063. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations. 

This posting is open until filled.  Priority consideration will be given to candidates who submit an application by Monday, November 10, 2025.

New Hanover County offers:
Employer paid 401k contributions;
Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
Flex time availability, depending on your position;
Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
Paid parental leave;
Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; 
Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; 
Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; 
Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
And so much more!

Please check out our careers page atwww.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Knowledge, skills, education, training, and experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the functions of the role and successfully perform the essential duties, with five (5) years of experience in an Emergency Management, Public Policy, Public Administration, or similar role or performing similar duties.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current emergency management methodology and theory with considerable knowledge and application of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) concepts to include successful completion of the FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS). Completion of, IS 100.c, IS 200.c, ICS 300, ICS 400, IS 700.b and IS 800.d is required.
• Considerable experience in management, administration, or stakeholder engagement combined with effective leadership and demonstrated experience with federal, state, and local government, and inter-agency coordination.  
• Demonstrated ability to use and develop training and exercise opportunities programs using concepts and methodology associated with the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP).
• Proven project management experience including the ability to manage multiple projects effectively with demonstrated ability to plan, manage and direct multi-disciplinary, multi-agency projects in collaboration with agencies not under direct supervision.
• Ability to analyze, develop and implement policies, procedures, plans and legislative actions and the ability to plan and set objectives to achieve results.
• Ability to foster teamwork and effectively interact with local, regional, state, and federal government officials and agencies, private sector and non-profit partners to resolve conflicts and bridge gaps; lead and direct the work of others; and work effectively and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively instruct students that have varying degrees of knowledge or experience in areas of emergency management and logistical theory.
• Proven interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Proven effective presentation and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Proficiency in use of WebEOC.
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and non-routine work hours with little or no notice during emergency events and disasters.   Must be able to take rotating on-call duties when not in disaster support mode.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with major coursework in Emergency Management, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field and an equivalent combination of training and experience of no less than seven (7) years.
• Successful development and/or maintenance of Emergency Logistical processes at the local, regional, state, federal, or tribal level.  
• Completion of ICS Position Specific course work to fill the role of Logistics Section Chief, and Incident Commander with accompanied assignment and active participation on an incident management team.
• Completion and proven instructional time as an ICS trainer with completion of E/G/L 449 ICS Curricula Instructor, Train-the-Trainer.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application.
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required by first date of employment with good driving record.
• Must possess or be able to obtain within one year of hire:
  • North Carolina Classified A
  • Completion of O-305 All-Hazards Incident Management Team
  • Completion of Basic CPR certification course  
  • Completion of Hazardous Material Awareness course
  • Completion of FEMA Radiological Core Concepts coursework 
• Must obtain within three years of hire:
  • Completion of All Hazards Incident Management Team L-967 Logistics Section Chief coursework
  • International Association of Emergency Managers – CEM (Certified Emergency Manager) certification 

Special Requirements: Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification to include current/previous supervisor reference checks will be conducted. This position requires on call duties and responsibilities and has opportunity for travel.