Lincoln County Health & Human Services is looking for an Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator to join the team to help make our community safer and better prepared for unexpected events. This person will plan, organize, and administer Public Health (PH) and Health and Human Services (HHS) Emergency Preparedness activities, including pre-emergency planning, emergency response activities, and post-emergency functions. This role is also responsible for collaborating with local, regional, and state partners to strengthen Lincoln County’s HHS emergency preparedness and response infrastructure.
Initial application review will take place the week of 08/10/2026 and interviews will be scheduled shortly after.
Position is open until filled.
$72,231.00 - $97,072.00 annually*
- Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.
Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
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Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
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11% County contribution to 401(k)
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County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
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$40,000 County Paid Life Insurance
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Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Lincoln City, Oregon
EDUCATION
Bachelors with course studies in Public Health, Emergency Management, Health Services, or related fields.
EXPERIENCE
At least two years of experience in program planning, organization, and communication.
CERTIFICATIONS
Must be able to complete the required NIMS/CDC training within 6 months of hire.
Current certification indicating completion of National Incident Management System classes IS 100, IS 200, IS 700, 300, 400 and IS 800.
Driver’s License
Oregon Driver's License required within 30 days of hire.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience in emergency preparedness, management, or response preferred.
Knowledge of/Ability to:-
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency management and community planning with a working knowledge of the functions and procedures of public safety agencies.
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Reasonable knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency management associated with program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
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Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations as they pertain to emergency management.
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Working knowledge of the functions and capabilities associated with public health preparedness.
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Exercise sound judgment in appraising situations and in making decisions regarding complex issues.
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Plan and work collaboratively with all levels of staff within the organization and with external agencies, community partners, and individuals.
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Interact with others, develop and maintain effective working relationships with county, state, and other agency partners.
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Manage complex projects and demands.
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Maintain highly confidential information.
Job Conditions: Although normal working hours are typical, this position also has the potential to be called upon to work after hours or on weekends. In the event of a County or Public Health Emergency, the employee may be called upon to assist other counties or agencies, including temporary out of county assignments. Lifting, transporting, and setting up audio-visual equipment may be required. Lifting and transporting educational materials and setting up facilities for workshops, meetings, seminar presentations and training events is required.
Work Location: Lincoln County
Travel: Regular travel to meetings, conferences, presentations, assessments, and communications sites both within and outside of Lincoln County.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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