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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for community disaster program specialist in Iowa is $63,882.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,700.00 and $80,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Disaster Program Specialist vs Community Emergency Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Disaster Program SpecialistCommunity Emergency Coordinator
Required CredentialsTypically requires emergency management certifications, relevant degrees, and experience in disaster responseOften requires similar certifications, emergency management training, and community outreach experience
Work EnvironmentWorks with government agencies, non-profits, and community organizations during disaster preparedness and responseCoordinates local emergency efforts, liaises with agencies, and manages community safety initiatives
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government agencies, NGOs, and disaster response organizationsCommonly employed by local government, emergency management offices, and community organizations

The Community Disaster Program Specialist and Community Emergency Coordinator roles share similar credentials, work environments, and industry usage. Both focus on disaster preparedness and response, often collaborating with government and community groups. The main difference lies in their specific responsibilities: the Specialist often handles program development and planning, while the Coordinator manages on-the-ground emergency operations and community outreach.

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Infographic showing various Community Disaster Program Specialist job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,882 per year, or $30.7 per hour.

Emergency Services Operations Officer PARAMEDIC (Part-time)

Woodbury County, IA

IA • On-site

$27.65 - $28.48/hr

Part-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Salary: $27.65 - $28.48 Hourly
Location : Climbing Hill, IA
Job Type: PT
Job Number: 2026-0039
Department: Emergency Services
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
EMERGENCY SERVICES
121 Deer Run Trail
Climbing Hill, IA 51015
FLSA 207K Wage Plan Full-Time 2760 hours/year
Primary work is of a nature requiring medical, fire, technical and administrative skills in the operations and oversight of the varied emergency planning, emergency response and emergency recovery of disaster programs of the County. Organizes, coordinates and maintains preparedness of County Emergency and Disaster Services and systems. Employee exercises independent judgment and discretion in decision making in providing emergency management services under the direct authority of County Emergency Services Director.
Duties
The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.
Other duties may be required and assigned.
  • Responds to medical and fire emergencies in a prompt and efficient manner.
  • Recruits and train volunteers
  • Coordinates and performs daily operational services of the Emergency Operations Center
  • Coordinates response to emergencies and disasters
  • Coordinates disaster management assessment, recovery effort and mitigation efforts
  • Trains the public and various groups and departments on the need for emergency preparedness, warnings and measures
  • Plans and provides emergency services education for public and private entities including groups and individuals
  • Participates in meetings on Disaster and Emergency services issues by giving information and answering questions
  • Assists in planning and directing of plans among local and state emergency departments and emergency responders
  • Prepares short and long-range plans and department records
  • Develops volunteer resources in support of disaster and Emergency planning, response and recovery in emergency situations
  • Responsible for maintaining operational Emergency Operations Center readiness 24 hours a day, seven days a week inclusive of equipment, grounds and communications
  • Responds to emergencies as EMS/Fire first responder where there is an emergency due to fire, emergency incident/accident, natural or manmade
  • Monitors Weather conditions
  • Completes necessary paperwork and reports on emergency and/or disaster situations required by state/local government
  • Responsible for the protection of life and property within the County following all legal and other departmental procedures relating to the security and protection
  • Responsible for providing a variety of services duties to the citizens of the County; including administering of emergency
  • first aid, and public relations and public information programs
  • Carries out demonstrations, educational seminars, and public relations programs relating to the community's safety and maintenance of life and property protection
  • Responsible for supervising other assigned department personnel, paid and volunteer, including training, instruction, assigning and checking work, motivation, enforcing discipline and performance evaluation
  • Responsible for catching and confining stray animals
  • Acts as liaison and counsels with other departments, agencies and organizations
  • Participates in disaster services and emergency planning workshops and conferences at local/ state/regional/regional level
  • Performs routine administrative and clerical work
  • Performs a variety of other duties relative to the scope of designated responsibility under the direction of the County Emergency Services Director
  • Attendance is required

Required Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Required to Perform Essential Functions:
  • High School or GED required
  • Minimum experience one (1) year of public contact work which involved planning, organizing or controlling human or physical resources, i.e., foreman, store manager, teacher, etc.; OR thirty (30) semester hours of college course work may be substituted for each (1) year of the required experience.
  • Paramedic Certification and CPR Certification are required. Prefer Firefighter 1 Certification.
  • Have or willing to obtain certification for National Incident Management System (NIMS), Jump/Jump Start, Mandatory Reporter, and Operational Hazmat
  • Willing to obtain all minimal required certifications of Iowa Firefighters Association and Emergency Services Department
  • Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and general public
  • Ability to organize assigned specific tasks and present effective work methods
  • Knowledge or the capacity to become familiar with state and federal guidelines for emergency response for all skill levels
  • Ability to recruit and train volunteers helpful
  • Physical ability to lift 50-85 pounds
  • Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license and insurance
  • Able to successfully pass: physical examination, back screen, vision, hearing screen/test, DOT drug screen and background check.
Special Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license and insurance. Must have Paramedic and CPR Certification are required. Candidate for hire must successfully pass: physical examination, back screen, vision, hearing screen/test, DOT drug screen and background check successfully pass a background check prior to employment. The use of clearly spoken English for the skills and purposes of this job. Attendance is required
Supplemental Information
Applicants for employment should contact the Human Resources Dept., Room 701 of the Woodbury County Court House between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for further information
A County application form and a resume are required.
Deadline for receipt of applications shall be: 4:30 p.m., July 13th, 2026 or until filled
Woodbury County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.
Woodbury County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health and well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits can vary depending on collective bargaining agreements. Woodbury County's competitive part time benefit package includes:
  • Paid Vacation
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Worker's compensation
  • Iowa Public Employee's Retirement System
  • Vision Insurance
  • Discounted membership rate for Four Seasons Health Club

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