JOB
EMERGENCY SERVICES
121 Deer Run Trail
Climbing Hill, IA 51015
FLSA 207K Wage Plan Full-Time 2760 hours/year
Primary work is of a nature requiring medical, fire, technical and administrative skills in the operations and oversight of the varied emergency planning, emergency response and emergency recovery of disaster programs of the County. Organizes, coordinates and maintains preparedness of County Emergency and Disaster Services and systems. Employee exercises independent judgment and discretion in decision making in providing emergency management services under the direct authority of County Emergency Services Director.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.
Other duties may be required and assigned.
Responds to various emergencies that may be medical or fire related, incidents man-made as well as environmental such as severe weather-related emergencies
Responsible for completion of all required EMS reports, fire reports, and other documentation as assigned in a timely manner.
Responsible for maintaining operational Emergency Services facilities readiness 24 hours a day, seven days a week inclusive of buildings, fleet, equipment, grounds, and communications
Coordinates and performs daily checklist of facility and equipment
Assist the Director in coordination of all phases of emergency response
Willing to provide emergency services education for both the public and private entities, including groups and individuals
Participates in meetings on emergency services matters by sharing information, experiences and responding to job related questions
Exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
Responsible for retrieving and confining stray animals
Acts as liaison with the ability support other departments, agencies, and organizations
Attendance is required
Non-Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
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Performs routine administrative and clerical work
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Performs a variety of other duties relative to the scope of designated responsibility under the direction of the County Emergency Services Director.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Applicants for employment should contact the Human Resources Dept., Room 701 of the Woodbury County Court House between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for further information
County Application and Resume are required.
Deadline for receipt of applications shall be: 4:30 p.m., Friday July 17th,2026 or until position filled.
Woodbury County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.
