Emergency Services & Disaster Agency (ESDA) Assistant Coordinator- Winnebago County

WINNEBAGO COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

NON BARGAINING

DATE LAST PRINTED: October 8, 2026

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JOB TITLE: Emergency Services & Disaster Agency (ESDA) Assistant Coordinator

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Winnebago County ESDA (Emergency Services and Disaster Agency) Assistant Coordinator supports the ESDA Coordinator in planning, coordinating, and directing the County’s emergency management program. The position assists the County in preparing for, responding to, recovering from, and reducing the impact of natural, technological, and human-caused emergencies and disasters. The Assistant Coordinator serves as acting Coordinator in the Coordinator’s absence and is subject to call-out at any hour during emergencies.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

1. Assists in developing, maintaining, and updating the County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), annexes, and supporting plans in accordance with Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) requirements and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency Act (20 ILCS 3305).

2. Supports activation, staffing, and operation of the County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during incidents, exercises, and planned events.

3. Coordinates with municipal, township, fire, law enforcement, public health, hospital, school, utility, nonprofit, and private sector partners on preparedness and response activities.

4. Plans, conducts, and evaluates drills and exercises consistent with Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) guidance, including after-action reports and improvement plans.

5. Assists with damage assessment, situation reporting, and documentation required for state and federal disaster declarations and reimbursement.

6. Assists with preparation and management of grant applications, budgets, and reporting, including Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG), Radiological Emergency Preparedness (REP), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), and other state and federal funding.

7. Maintains IEMA-OHS program accreditation and compliance documentation.

8. Supports the County’s hazard mitigation planning efforts.

9. Assists with the outdoor warning siren system, mass notification systems, and emergency communications equipment, including testing and maintenance records.

10. Coordinates with the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) on hazardous materials planning and reporting.

11. Develops and delivers public education and preparedness outreach to residents, businesses, and community groups.

12. Assists in maintaining ESDA equipment, inventory, facilities, and other emergency management resources.

13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Ø Will be on-call and adjusts work schedule in the event of an emergency, response and recovery activities as assigned; including weather related incidents.

Ø Work is performed primarily in an office setting, with field work in all weather conditions during incidents, assessments, and exercises. Must be available for extended hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree required. A bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management or a related field is preferred (or equivalent combination of training and work experience).
• Completion of FEMA Independent Study courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 is required at the time of application (or equivalent combination of training and work experience).

EXPERIENCE and REQUIREMENTS

Ø Three years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management, public safety, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ø Completion of FEMA ICS-300, ICS-400 and the FEMA Professional Development Series or the National Emergency Management Basic Academy, within twelve (12) months of hire.

Ø Illinois Professional Emergency Manager (IPEM) or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation, or demonstrated progress toward one with completion within twenty-four (24) months of hire.

Ø Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under County policy.

Ø Ability to pass a criminal background check.

ABILITIES

Ø Knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS).

Ø Ability to learn state and federal emergency management laws, regulations, and grant requirements.

Ø Ability to remain calm, organized, and decisive under pressure.

Ø Strong written and verbal communication skills, including briefing elected officials and the public.

Ø Ability to build working relationships across agencies and jurisdictions.

Ø Strong technical ability combined with proficiency in standard office software and the ability to learn mapping, notification, and incident management systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ø Bachelor’s degree in emergency management or a related field.

Ø IPEM or CEM designation held at time of hire.

Ø Completion of the FEMA Advanced Professional Series or National Emergency Management Advanced Academy.

Ø Experience with Web EOC or similar incident management platforms.

Ø Experience with state and federal disaster declarations and public assistance reimbursement.

Ø Familiarity with Winnebago County, its municipalities, and regional partners

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ø Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 30 pounds.

Ø Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Ø Some travel may be required.

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000