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Emergency Management Specialist 3 - Logistic Chief

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Agriculture, Georgia Department of

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We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership.

• The mission of the GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture, both locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce.

• The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.

Job Summary:

The Emergency Management Logistics Chief is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing all logistical operations that support emergency management and disaster response activities.

This position ensures the timely procurement, delivery, and accountability of personnel, equipment, supplies, and services necessary for incident response, recovery, and continuity operations.

The Logistics Chief plays a key leadership role in supporting operational readiness, resource management, and interagency coordination during emergencies and planned events.

Job Description / Essential Functions:

Emergency Operations & Incident Support

+ Serve as the Logistics Section Chief within the Incident Command System (ICS) during emergencies and exercises.

+ Direct and coordinate logistics operations including facilities, transportation, supply, equipment, communications, and resource management.

+ Ensure all logistical support activities comply with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and agency emergency operations plans.

+ Maintain situational awareness of resource needs and provide status reports to the Incident Commander or Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Director.

+ Manage staging areas, base camps, points of distribution (PODs), and resource reception centers.

Planning & Preparedness

+ Develop and maintain logistics plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and resource databases.

+ Conduct readiness assessments and ensure critical supplies, equipment, and mutual aid resources are available and deployable.

+ Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as private sector and nonprofit partners, to establish logistics support agreements and vendor contracts.

+ Participate in training, drills, and exercises to validate logistical capabilities and response plans.

Resource & Asset Management

+ Oversee the acquisition, tracking, and accountability of resources used during incidents and recovery operations.

+ Manage inventories of emergency equipment, vehicles, fuel, and consumable supplies.

+ Ensure compliance with procurement and reimbursement guidelines.

Administration & Coordination

+ Prepare after-action reports, cost analyses, and documentation for audits and reimbursement.

+ Advise leadership on logistical constraints and support requirements during planning and operational periods.

+ Maintain strong working relationships with emergency support functions (ESFs), public works, law enforcement, and public health partners.

+ Support the development and implementation of continuity of operations (COOP).

Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Logistics, Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).

+ Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible experience in logistics, emergency management, or incident support operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Thorough understanding of ICS, NIMS, and emergency management principles.

+ Strong knowledge of supply chain management, procurement processes, and resource tracking systems.

+ Ability to manage personnel and multiple priorities in high-pressure environments.

+ Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

+ Proficiency in emergency management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Other Duties:

Ability to travel overnight, statewide, and regionally, as directed by the function of the position and the business needs of the agency.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Please note: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to phone / email inquiries regarding application status. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

NOTE: The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates. The hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.

HOW TO APPLY: Resumes may be submitted by adding to your profile in Team Georgia Careers.

• Via Team Georgia Careers http://team.georgia.gov/careers/

The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to this office's large volume of submissions, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive a notification.

If you need accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615.

** The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified *

High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of experience in emergency management; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Emergency Mgt Spec 1 (PSP071) or position equivalent.

Additional Information

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+ Requisition ID: LAW0APH

+ Number of Openings: 1

+ Advertised Salary: $65,000.00

+ Shift: Day Job

+ Posting End Date: Oct 21, 2025