The County of Yolo is recruiting for one at-will Chief of Office of Emergency Services in the County Administrator’s Office.

SALARY

$139,547.20–$169,603.20 annually

LOCATION

Woodland, California

APPLICATION DEADLINE

11:59 p.m. Pacific on Friday, November 13, 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under direction of the County Administrator, the Chief of Office of Emergency Services directs the Office of Emergency Services and plans, organizes and coordinates the County’s comprehensive emergency management program.

The position oversees preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation for disasters and national security emergencies; coordinates the Emergency Operations Center; collaborates with partner agencies; and develops emergency preparedness training and exercises.

This is a single-position, at-will management classification within the Office of Emergency Services. While the County Administrator serves as the Director of Emergency Services, the Chief is delegated full authority to administer day-to-day emergency management operations throughout the County and the Yolo Operational Area, consistent with policy and regulatory guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement components of the County Emergency Operations Plan during disaster response.
Assist the Director of Emergency Services in assessing resource needs, setting priorities and coordinating multi-agency operations.
Direct emergency operations through the Emergency Operations Center and ensure operational readiness.
Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with federal, state and local agencies, private organizations and County departments.
Provide technical expertise in developing and implementing emergency response, recovery, mitigation and continuity plans.
Monitor emergency management trends and legislative changes and recommend updates to policies and procedures.
Represent the County on disaster planning committees and lead trainings, drills and exercises.
Communicate emergency preparedness information with County leadership and the public.
Coordinate with local jurisdictions to support regional emergency planning.
Establish and implement goals, policies and performance standards for the Office of Emergency Services.
Develop and administer the Office of Emergency Services budget and monitor expenditures.
Solicit, implement and manage federal and state grant funding and grant-funded emergency services programs.
Plan, implement, coordinate and direct area-wide emergency services programs, including resource management, operational readiness and response capabilities.
Supervise assigned staff, including performance evaluation, hiring, training, mentoring and compliance with County policies.
Represent the County to outside agencies and organizations on emergency services matters.

FIRE SAFETY AND PREVENTION

The position also supports County fire safety and prevention functions, including:

Participating in the development, review and enforcement of County fire codes and fire-prevention regulations.
Providing technical consultation for permits involving potential high-hazard occupancies, including fireworks and open-flame uses.
Assisting with investigations and inspections resulting from fire-hazard complaints.
Identifying and documenting fire hazards and recommending corrective actions.
Serving as a liaison among the County, fire chiefs and emergency management teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible governmental experience in emergency services management, disaster planning and/or emergency management training and exercise design.

Education substitution: Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis, as provided in the official class specification.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
Completion of FEMA Emergency Management Institute coursework required under the Emergency Management Performance Grant within six months of appointment.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

The successful candidate should have knowledge of emergency management administration, program development and evaluation; emergency operations planning and multi-jurisdictional response; disaster preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery; supervision and staff development; program and budget administration; and applicable federal, state and local emergency management laws and regulations.

The position requires the ability to direct emergency response programs involving multiple agencies and organizations, build cooperative partnerships, exercise sound independent judgment during emergencies, formulate and implement emergency plans and procedures, evaluate safety practices, and communicate clearly with County leadership, partner agencies and the public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires travel throughout the County, work outside normal business hours including weekends and holidays, and on-call availability during emergencies. The incumbent may be required to work unusual or prolonged hours during emergencies, disasters, training programs or preparedness exercises.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit a cover letter and detailed résumé as directed in the official GovernmentJobs announcement no later than November 13, 2026.

Review the official GovernmentJobs announcement for complete recruitment information and application instructions:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yolococa/jobs/5526634/chief-of-office-of-emergency-services

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