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Emergency Management Directors

About the Role

Emergency Management Directors coordinate responses to natural disasters and other emergencies, ensuring the safety and preparedness of communities.

Other Common Titles

  • Disaster Management Director
  • Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
  • Crisis Management Director
  • Emergency Services Manager

Typical Tasks

  • Develop emergency response plans and procedures.
  • Coordinate training and drills for emergency preparedness.
  • Communicate with government agencies and community organizations.
  • Manage disaster response efforts during emergencies.
  • Analyze and report on post-disaster recovery efforts.
  • Educate the public on emergency preparedness and safety.
  • Evaluate and improve emergency management programs.

Notable People

  • Craig Fugate – Former Administrator of FEMA, known for his work in disaster response and recovery planning.
  • Juliette Kayyem – Former Assistant Secretary for Intergovernmental Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security and a leading expert on emergency management.

Recommended Resources

  • Emergency Management: Principles and Practice for Local Government

    A comprehensive guide covering all aspects of emergency management for local government.

  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

    The official FEMA website provides resources, training, and information about emergency management.

  • The Emergency Management Podcast

    A podcast focused on discussing current emerging topics in emergency management.

  • Emergency Management Blogs

    A collection of articles and resources on emergency management topics.