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Program Manager Emergency Preparedness Grant Coordinator


Job Location:

Jacksonville, FL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 65000 - 75000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment Do you want low and no cost health insurance options If you answered yes to any of these questions you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue is actively seeking a Program Manager - Emergency Preparedness - Grant Coordinator//SPE.

Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well In addition to health insurance dental vision life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.


This position is responsible for supporting the planning coordination implementation and compliance of a specific grant program or group of grant programs.


This grant-funded Special Purpose Employee (SPE) position provides programmatic support to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Departments Emergency Preparedness Division and works closely with the Grant Administrator to ensure effective management of grant-funded projects equipment training planning initiatives and regional coordination efforts.


The position serves as a regional liaison among the five counties that comprise the Jacksonville Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA)Duval Nassau St. Johns Clay and Baker Countiesto enhance regional preparedness and strengthen capabilities to prevent protect against respond to and recover from acts of domestic and foreign terrorism.


This position is grant-funded and exists for the duration of the approved grant period. Employment is contingent upon continued grant funding and project requirements.

Examples of Work

  • Assists in the administration and management of grants.
  • Supports the Urban Area Working Group (UAWG) through meeting coordination documentation project tracking and strategic planning.
  • Monitors grant compliance requirements documentation reporting and project implementation timelines.
  • Assists with inventory management inspection tracking maintenance and accountability of grant-funded equipment and resources.
  • Supports procurement planning and monitoring of grant-funded projects to ensure timely expenditure of funds.
  • Maintains project records and prepare reports required by DHS/FEMA and state grant administrators.
  • Performs other related duties necessary to support emergency preparedness and homeland security initiatives.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonvilles competencies.
  • Performs related work as required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • Emergency management principles and practices.
  • FEMA preparedness doctrine.
  • DHS/FEMA grant requirements.
  • Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) program objectives.
  • Logistics planning and supply chain management.
  • Resource ordering tracking and deployment.
  • Threat and vulnerability assessment.
  • Critical infrastructure protection.
  • Multi-agency coordination.
  • Project management practices.


Ability to:

  • Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Communicate effectively with government officials emergency responders and partner agencies.
  • Interpret federal grant guidance and compliance requirements.
  • Prepare technical reports and documentation.
  • Manage equipment inventories and records.
  • Build collaborative relationships with regional stakeholders.
  • Operate standard office software and grant management systems.
  • Operate a motor vehicle.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

  • Requires a bachelors degree in one or more of the following fields:

    Emergency Management Emergency Preparedness Public Safety Administration Grant Management or related field.
  • At least one year of professional experience in one or more of the following: Experience managing DHS/FEMA grant programs experience with UASI Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) or emergency preparedness grants.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
  • Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license during employment in this class.
  • Must qualify for obtain and maintain a City of Jacksonville public driver certification for employment in this class.
A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.Apply at. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based.

REQUIRED DOCUMENT:The below documents are required with your application.
  • Resume
  • College Transcript. When meeting/basing qualifications on education a copy of your college transcript with your social blacked out is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official but must state your name the schools name classes taken grades received type of degree and date degree was conferred.
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If claiming veterans preference you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable the additional forms as noted here:
a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veterans preference he or she may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision requesting an investigation to:

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road Suite 311-K
Largo FL 33778-1630
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Required Experience:

IC