Emergency Preparedness Planner

Address:855 South Dubuque St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240Salary Range (Min-Mid)$31.44 - $37.73Dept./Office/Position TypePublic Health - ProfessionalEmployee TypeRegularJob DescriptionDEFINITION AND DUTIES:Under general supervision, coordinate Johnson County Public Health's (JCPH) emergency preparedness planning efforts, assist in the response to public health emergencies and disaster recovery efforts by assisting the Community Health Division Manager in emergency preparedness duties, while developing and implementing emergency preparedness plans and protocols for JCPH. Coordinate various forms of information sharing to support departmental and emergency preparedness information.Knowledge of:Federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, resolutions and regulations relating to emergency preparednessFederal, state, and local agencies involved in emergency preparednessJohnson County community assets and resourcesPrinciples and practices of emergency preparedness planning and continuity of operations planningPrinciples of program planning, quality improvement, and performance managementOral, digital, print, and social media communication strategies and risk communication strategiesFederal, state, and private grant application and reporting practicesEnglish language to include grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and vocabulary skillsAbility to:Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Johnson County Emergency Management Agency, hospital emergency preparedness staff, appointed and elected officials, volunteer groups, community agencies, co-workers, and members of the publicDevelop and execute Memorandums of Understanding with public and private organizationsApply State and Federal standards as they relate to programsMaintain confidentiality and security of information as appropriateRepresent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible, and trustworthy mannerInteract effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of viewBe detail-oriented and accurate while performing dutiesUse a computer for the purpose of data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, email and InternetOperate common office equipment such as calculators, fax and postage machines, photocopiers, tablets, and multi-line telephonesHandle moderate to high levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the positionOrganize and present data, information, and ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals in formal and informal situationsPlan, coordinate, and facilitate small and large group discussionsCollect and summarize quantitative and qualitative data for reporting and evaluationFollow oral and written instructionsHave clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communicationHave sufficient vision which permits light to moderate production and review a wide variety of materials both in hardcopy and electronic formHave sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations and which permits moderate use of a keyboard and mouseStand, sit, squat, kneel, bend, twist, and reachLift and/or move up to 50 poundsHave sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various facilitiesWork flexible schedule and occasional overtime as neededMINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Emergency Management or related field AND two years of work experience in a related area OR any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Master's degree preferred.Special requirements: Must have completed and possess FEMA certificates IS-100, 200, 700, 800, and 2200. Completion of advanced FEMA Incident Command Structure (ICS) courses such as ICS 300, 400 in order to assume leadership role in emergency response and L0146 HSEEP course within one year of hireValid driver's license and insurable under county liability coverage. May require use of private vehicle for official business. Must pass background check.SPECIFIC DUTIES: to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Write, review, implement, and evaluate public health emergency preparedness plans.Maintain up-to-date public health emergency preparedness protocols and addendums to the County's all-hazards emergency operations plan.Work directly with the Community Health Division Manager to develop preparedness and response policy and procedures and oversee the implementation of those policies and procedures.Lead the Johnson County Medical Reserve Corps as Unit CoordinatorServe on the steering committee for the Johnson County Community Organizations Active in DisasterEnsure appropriate training is provided to public health staff in emergency preparedness and disaster recovery efforts, including required ICS training courses, and tracking successful completion of required courses.Coordinate and ensure required training, drills, and exercises are conducted.Lead meetings and ensure hot washes, lessons learned, and After-Action Reports are completed for drills, exercises and real events.Develop effective external communications through various forms of media to support departmental strategiesSeek, propose, develop, and implement emergency preparedness and disaster recovery funding proposals for program advancementCoordinate public health disaster response and recovery effortsRepresent JCPH on local, state, and regional coalitions and committees to include but not limited to: Service Area 5, Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD), Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), highly consequential infectious disease committee (as needed), and the Region 7 Medical Reserve Corps (MRC).Coordinate and foster the development of community partnerships for the purposes of emergency preparedness through project development, information sharing, conducting exercises, and overall emergency preparedness activitiesConduct outreach to underserved populations for emergency preparedness, planning, mitigation, and response through culturally appropriate methods and health equity best practicesProvide information to individuals and the public about how to prepare and plan for public health emergencies.Assist with the development and implementation of strategic planning and accreditation as it relates to emergency preparedness.Assist with development of university undergraduate and graduate students completing internships and practicum experiences at JCPH.Represent Johnson County and attend work-related meetings and trainings as required.Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.Attend work regularly at the designated place and time.Supplemental DescriptionResume and cover letter must be attached to online applicationCompensation Grade08

Created: 2026-04-02