Join ATCS’s Emergency Management Services Roster!
ATCS is growing its Emergency Management Services Cadre Roster and is seeking qualified professionals interested in supporting emergency management, disaster preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation, and resilience efforts. These roles support a variety of federal, state, and local emergency management programs and may include deployment or surge support as project needs arise*.
Potential future assignments may support activities across planning, preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation, and training & exercise programs, with work locations varying by project and client needs.
- Please Note: All positions require on-site presence and the ability to deploy within 24–48 hours for up to 1 year. No remote opportunities.
General Responsibilities
- Support emergency management programs across preparedness, planning, response, recovery, mitigation, and resilience efforts.
- Assist with strategic planning, program implementation, and coordination across agencies, departments, and partner organizations.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on program performance, identifying successes, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support development and maintenance of emergency plans, frameworks, policies, and procedures aligned with evolving federal, state, and local priorities.
- Conduct research and analysis to identify emerging trends, risks, and technologies impacting the emergency management mission space.
- Support training, exercises, workshops, and after-action activities, including documentation and improvement planning.
- Develop technical documentation, reports, briefings, and communications products for internal and external stakeholders.
- Serve as a liaison with clients and partners to understand needs, support problem-solving, and deliver effective solutions.
- Responsibilities vary by level and assignment; specific role descriptions will be provided upon placement.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 1–10 years of relevant experience OR 10–15 years of experience in emergency management, disaster response, recovery, mitigation, or related fields.
- U.S. Citizenship (required for Public Trust clearance).
- Demonstrated experience supporting emergency management or disaster-related operations, including natural and/or man-made incidents.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Emergency management planning
- Preparedness and readiness
- Disaster response operations
- Recovery or mitigation programs
- Testing, training, and exercise programs
- Experience interpreting policies, procedures, and guidance and resolving complex programmatic issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general data and document management tools.
- Experience supporting or delivering training, briefings, or presentations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or similar professional certification.
- Master’s degree in emergency management, public administration, public policy, homeland security, or a related field.
- Experience supporting FEMA, DHS, or other federal, state, or local emergency management programs.
- Familiarity with emergency management or grants systems such as WebEOC, Grants Manager, Grants Portal, or similar platforms.
- Experience analyzing complex data and producing clear, concise reports.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local emergency management structures, authorities, and coordination frameworks.
- Experience with compliance reviews, site validation, or program monitoring activities.
Compensation & Benefits
- Employment Type: Hourly, exempt
- Compensation: Based on experience, qualifications, and task order specifics
- Travel: Per-dem reimbursement may be offered for required travel (meals, lodging, rental car)
- Limited Benefits Include:
- ICHRA Silver Medical Program (after 90 days of deployment)
- 401(k) with 100% match up to 3% (immediate vesting)
- Annual “Sharing Success” performance bonus
- Statutory benefits (workers’ compensation, unemployment)
All offers are contingent upon project assignment and client approval. Roles and responsibilities may vary based on program needs and funding availability.
ATCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ATCS is committed to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Caitlin Crockett, MBA, SPHR at ccrockett@atcs.com.
