State of Maine

Department of Defense, Veterans & Emergency Management

Job Class Code: 4103

Grade: 25/Professional & Technical

Salary: $54,412.80-$76,315.20/Annually

Location: Augusta

Opening Date: July 3, 2025

Closing Date: July 18, 2025

Do you thrive in high-stakes environments?

Are you passionate about emergency management, communication, and training others to be ready for anything?

Then we want YOU on our team.

The Maine Emergency Management Agency is seeking a dynamic, engaging Emergency Response Training Coordinator to lead critical training efforts in emergency notification systems, public alerting protocols, and crisis communication strategies. In this role, you’ll empower agencies, first responders, stakeholders, and the public to communicate clearly, quickly, and effectively when every second counts.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Monitor alerting systems for functionality, resolve technical issues, and coordinate system maintenance with users.
• Participate in working groups and assist with the integration and standardization of response procedures across partner agencies
• Lead public/private education and training campaigns to increase awareness of alerting platforms; organize workshops, seminars, and outreach events
• Coordinate with FEMA on the management, testing, and training of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS).
• Evaluate, exercise, and update emergency response plans to align with municipal, county, and state procedures.
• Coordinate alert communications with the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) External Affairs Office and executive leadership.
• Consult with internal and external partners on system upgrades and long-term planning needs.
• Conduct training for staff on IPAWS operations, policies, and technical functions

Skills or knowledge required:

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the general practices, principles, and objectives of state, city, and regional planning.
• Knowledge of modern alerting platforms, operations, and working
• Knowledge of standard alerting protocols.
• Knowledge of information technology systems.
• Knowledge of emergency management organization at all levels.
• Knowledge of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) rules and regulations governing alert and warning systems.
• Ability to develop training programs, operating procedures, and system documentation and related materials.
• Ability to train and direct the work of others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to use applicable computer programs.

Minimum qualifications:

A Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Development, a Social Science, Business/Public Administration, or Environmental Science, Chemistry, Toxicology, related science or field suitable for assigned focus area AND four (4) years staff development experience to include assessing training needs, developing training curricula, developing and implementing training programs. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

Some positions may require teaching certification or Master Exercise Practitioner certification (awarded through the FEMA/DHS Emergency Management Institute).

Preference will be given to those applicants:

• A four (4) year combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates a knowledge of emergency management and the systems used to deliver public notifications. · Familiarity with public alerting systems.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to lead training, both in person and virtually.
• FEMA certifications ICS/NIMS Trainings IS-100, 200, 700, 800.
• FEMA certifications in Public Alerting IS-247 and 251.
• Prior instructional/training experience.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Garrett Buzzell garrett.buzzell@maine.gov 207.624.4400

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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