Hazard Mitigation Specialist
State of Illinois · Illinois
- Role
- Policy analyst
- First seen
- Oct 29, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Anticipated Starting Salary $6,460 monthly; Full Range $6,460 - $9,337 monthly
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Summary
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security seeks a Hazard Mitigation Specialist to serve as a Disaster Services Planner for the Division of Recovery. The role supports applicants through the FEMA Hazard Mitigation grant process, develops plans and procedures, provides education to state and local partners, and participates in disaster response and recovery activities. This is a union position located in Springfield, Illinois, working Monday-Friday with a hybrid schedule of 2-5 days per week in office.
Key qualifications
- Four years of college, preferably in planning, business or public administration
- Two years of professional experience in planning areas such as regional, urban or management planning
- Preferred: two years of professional experience in emergency management or hazard mitigation
- Preferred: one year of professional experience administering federal grants such as FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs
- Ability to travel with overnight stays; valid driver's license required
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro or similar programs
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