Coordinator

The County EMA Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and assigning available resources into an integrated program of prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery for natural or technological emergencies.

The essential duties of the County Coordinator are:

• To develop a written disaster plan for the county.
• Develop and maintain an inventory of available resources.
• Direct a volunteer EMA staff response to local emergencies involving EMA.
• Implement policies of the Federal and State Emergency Management Agencies.
• Review Municipal Emergency Operations Plans, assisting with revisions and updates as required.
• Provide training and information to Municipal Coordinators and their heads of government.
• Ensure compliance with emergency reporting and record keeping requirements.
• Apply for grants and matching funds for EMA programs where available.
• Keep the County Commissioners and the Director of Public Safety informed of local emergencies involving EMA.