Emergency Management Officer I

About this role

Pay Range: $26.38 - $34.30/hr. | $54,879 - $71,343 annual compensation

Job Posting Closing on: Friday, August 7, 2026 📅

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm; Some evening/weekend work required.

Must be able to activate for 24/7 disaster response as needed.

Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities. Find Out More!

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. 🌆

A Defining Opportunity in Public Safety

This is an opportunity to help reimagine what emergency management looks like in one of America's most dynamic urban centers. With the creation of the new Emergency Management & Communications Department, Fort Worth is uniquely positioned to build a first-class, nationally recognized emergency management and communications program rooted in innovation, coordination, and resilience — with strong support from the department’s 911 Administrator, Emergency Management Coordinator, and Director.

The EM&C Department plays a vital role in safeguarding the community by:

• Coordinating disaster and emergency response efforts, 911 access, and collaboration among first responders and public safety partners;

• Leading public preparedness initiatives and maintaining communication systems—such as emergency alerts and real-time information sharing—to keep the public informed and protected; and

• Supporting recovery and mitigation efforts to minimize future risks, restore essential services, and strengthen community resilience.

Why Fort Worth? This is your chance to make a lasting impact in one of the most vibrant and fast-growing cities in the country. Join us as we build a best-in-class emergency management and communications program that will stand out on the national stage — and help shape the future of public safety in Fort Worth.

About the Role:

The City of Fort Worth’s Office of Emergency Management is seeking a motivated and service-oriented professional to join a dynamic team dedicated to building a safer and more resilient Fort Worth. Under the direction of the City’s Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC), this role assists in the creation, review, and implementation of citywide policies, plans, and operational requirements that enhance Fort Worth’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and large-scale incidents. The position provides direct support to the Preparedness Manager in the development, implementation, training and exercise of emergency management programs and plans that strengthen mitigation capabilities, enhance readiness and preparedness, and build community resilience.

The position is well-suited for emerging emergency management professionals who are eager to learn, contribute to policy and planning efforts, support capability-building initiatives, develop and coordinate training and exercises, and play a meaningful role in shaping a resilient and prepared Fort Worth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in emergency planning, public administration, or a related field

• Valid Texas driver's license

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid technician-level amateur radio license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible emergency management, disaster preparedness, or community resilience related experience

• Master’s in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field

• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) and (or) Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Certification

The Emergency Management Officer I job responsibilities include:

• Emergency Planning & Compliance – Evaluates public facilities and assists with developing and updating emergency operations plans; monitors facilities to ensure compliance with hazardous materials regulations and applicable fire codes

• Emergency Response & Coordination – Participates in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activities, responds to incidents (fires, severe weather, floods, outages, hazmat), and serves as Duty Officer on a 24/7 rotation; maintaining availability to respond to emergency scenes or activate the EOC

• Interagency Collaboration – Works with public safety stakeholders, schools, hospitals, community partners, and local/state/federal agencies to strengthen preparedness and response; discusses issues related to…