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Director of Emergency Services
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- $127,470.18 - $206,501.49 a year
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- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Public speaking
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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- $44,134 a year
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- Pass drug screening
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Director of Emergency Services

CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENT -
La Plata, MD

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Job Details

Full-time
$127,470.18 - $206,501.49 a year

Benefits

401(a)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Pension plan
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Childcare
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Staff supervision
National Incident Management System Introduction (NIMS-700)
Incident management
Team supervision
Writing skills
Employee relationship building
Driver's License
Personnel administration
Dispatching for law enforcement incidents
General management
Program budgeting
Organizational budget management

Full Job Description

Summary

The hiring salary range is $127,470.18 – $206,501.49 annually, commensurate with

experience. Open until filled with a best consideration date of May 13, 2026.
This posting may close without notice.

Charles County Government is seeking an experienced Director of Emergency Services in the Department of Emergency Services/Administration to direct the County's public safety operations to include emergency medical services, animal care and control, public safety dispatch, emergency preparedness program, and other public safety related and administrative functions under the department’s responsibility. Overall goals are set, and the Director determines the specific tasks and assignments to be performed, independently handling new or unusual problems and deviations encountered in the work.

Essential Job Functions

Ensures the effective and efficient management of the County’s public safety and administrative operations within the department.
Oversees execution of emergency plans in accordance with County, State and Federal regulations and standards.
Hires, trains, coordinates, evaluates, and disciplines departmental personnel in accordance with County Personnel policies and procedures.
Coordinates with volunteer Fire/EMS companies within the County.
Develops and coordinates mutual aid plans between Fire and Rescue and Police agencies in adjacent counties as well as federal and state organizations.
Coordinates and promotes mutual aid plans with County fire, rescue, police, adjacent counties, and appropriate State and Federal agencies to ensure their cooperation in the event of an emergency.
Oversees the development of effective instructional training and orientation.
Chairs the Local Emergency Plan Committee (LEPC).
Represents the County on various committees and at association meetings.
Oversees the development, updates, and execution of emergency plans in accordance with County, State and Federal regulations and standards.
Assists in the emergency management coordination and planning with related public and private agencies, such as hospitals and nursing homes.
Directs the operations of the County’s Emergency Operations Center in preparation for and during disasters in support of the Emergency Manager.
Prepares and monitors departmental budget, ensures department operates within procurement and budgetary guidelines.
Oversees the coordination of County 911 Communication Center enhancements and dispatching procedures with police, fire, and EMS Communications Board.
Collaborates with the County Board of Fire and Rescue, County Fire Chiefs and County EMS Chiefs meetings for purposes of coordinating County related activities with volunteer activities.
Monitors the effectiveness of the Emergency Services revenue programs and makes adjustments as necessary.
Directs the County's Animal Care and Control operations.
Oversees capital projects as assigned.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in public safety administration or related area. Ten (10) years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience in field of emergency preparedness and response including high level leadership and supervision of police, fire, or EMS (Fire/Paramedic) experience; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess a valid driver's license.

ICS 100/IS 700 NIMS (National Incident Management System) certification.

Special Requirements/Qualifications:

May include working long hours in emergency response situations.

Subject to work beyond the normal scheduled hours of work.

This position is required to receive climate competency training level 1.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency preparedness as applied to the requirements of the County.
Knowledge of effective techniques and practices of administration and accounting office management including budgeting, computerization, personnel and purchasing.
Knowledge of effective techniques of supervision.
Ability to direct the County's emergency medical services, emergency preparedness, animal control and public safety dispatch operations.
Ability to monitor operations and take appropriate actions to ensure that operations meet requirements.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others encountered in the work.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to dispatch and supervise broad range technical and emergency operations and personnel in short term or long-term emergency response events and preparedness planning.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is sedentary with frequent periods of light physical activity and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; and requires the ability to speak normally and to use normal or aided vision and hearing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office environment.

Department/Division: Department of Emergency Services/Administration
Pay Grade: 123
FLSA Status: Exempt
Telework Eligible: Yes
Reports To: County Administrator
Supervises: Deputy Director(s), Assistant to the Director, Emergency Services Specialist, Emergency Manager, Emergency Services Revenue Programs Manager

Charles County Government
BENEFITS SUMMARY
www.GovernmentJobs.com/Careers/CharlesCountyMD

Health Insurance
Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage.

Flexible Spending Account
Provides medical and dependent care options.

Supplemental Income Products
Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy.

Long Term Disability Insurance
No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month.

Life Insurance
No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available.

Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan — Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory.

Deferred Compensation Plan
457(b) Governmental Plan — Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.

Employee Leave

Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO).
The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees.

Transfer of Sick Leave
New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment.

Work Schedules

Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework.

Additional Fringe Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period
Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility.
House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full-time employees who are first-time homebuyers.
Free, Employee Wellness Programs
Legal Resources (prepaid benefit)
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling)

Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: March 1, 2026

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