Multi-Hazards Field Planner (Western Branch)

About the role

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. Description of Work Please note: This is an ANTICIPATED vacancy About NCEM: The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is to enhance North Carolina's resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of protection, prevention, mitigation, response and recovery measures. About the Operations Section: The Operations Section of NCEM provides outreach, support, and response to assist local governments during periods of emergency and disasters. The primary function of the Multi-Hazard Field Planner is to carry out all directives, relating to the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Programs, emanating from the Branch Manager, the Operations Section Chief, and the Division Director in compliance with applicable federal laws, state laws, executive orders, published policies, and established procedures. This will be done in coordination with the Homeland Security, Planning, and Operations Branches. The Multi-Hazard Field Planner serves as liaison between local governments in his/her assigned counties and the Division of Emergency Management as it relates to his/her duties. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $57,983 - $101,470 Recruitment Range: $57,983 - $65,000 ***This posting will close at 11:59pm on 6/18/2026*** **The selected candidate will be required to report in office/on site for the first 90 days of employment** This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits , including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program. DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources . Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application. Management Preferences: Knowledge of NC General Statues, Federal Directives, Emergency Management Program Guidance, National Incident Management System and Incident Command Principals. Experienced in self-directing, working under minimal supervision, and working in austere environments for prolonged period of time. Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written are essential to successful program execution. Knowledge of appropriate construction of official correspondence and documentation. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and databases. Supplemental Information: The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Pu