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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for emergency preparedness coordinator in the United States is $73,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $86,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Emergency Preparedness Coordinators often encounter challenges such as coordinating across multiple agencies, ensuring up-to-date training for all stakeholders, and adapting plans to evolving threats. Effective communication and collaboration with local government, emergency services, and community organizations are essential but can be complex due to differing priorities and resources. Additionally, maintaining readiness through regular drills and continuously updating protocols to reflect new risks are ongoing responsibilities that require strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an emergency preparedness coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, you need expertise in emergency management, risk assessment, and crisis planning, typically supported by a relevant degree and certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or FEMA training. Familiarity with incident command systems (ICS), emergency notification platforms, and preparedness planning software is essential. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help coordinate teams and engage stakeholders under pressure. These skills and qualities are critical for ensuring effective response and recovery during emergencies, minimizing risks, and protecting public safety.

What is the difference between Emergency Preparedness Coordinator vs Emergency Management Specialist?

AspectEmergency Preparedness CoordinatorEmergency Management Specialist
CertificationsFEMA certifications, CPR, first aidFEMA certifications, incident command training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, schools, corporate officesGovernment agencies, disaster response teams
Employer & IndustryHealthcare, education, corporate sectorsPublic safety, government agencies

Both roles focus on preparing organizations for emergencies, but the Emergency Preparedness Coordinator typically works within specific organizations to develop plans and training, while the Emergency Management Specialist often operates at a broader, agency-wide level, coordinating disaster response efforts. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Preparedness Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,600 per year, or $35.4 per hour.

Emergency Preparedness Coordinator

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

East-West Gateway Council of Governments
Executive Offices and Legislative Bodies • 11 - 50 employees
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$64K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 hours ago

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Job description

East‑West Gateway Council of Governments (EWG) has an opening for an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator (classified as a level II position) in the Regional Security/St. Louis Area Regional Response System (STARRS) department.  STARRS is a regional organization developed to coordinate emergency planning and response for large-scale critical incidents in the bi-state, St. Louis metropolitan region. 

This position reports directly to the Emergency Preparedness Senior Manager.  The Emergency Preparedness Coordinator’s role is to assist with the implementation and ongoing management of a homeland security program for the St. Louis metropolitan region that includes federal grant programs from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services such as the Urban Areas Security Initiative grant, the Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant program, and the Hospital Preparedness Program.  The other program management duties for this position include:  assist local governments and first responder agencies with regional emergency planning; coordinate, assist, and participate in emergency preparedness and Homeland Security related training and exercises in the region; identify and recommend emerging training needs of first responders in the region; coordinate the maintenance and revision of regional plans to include, but not limited to, the Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Stakeholder Preparedness Report (SPR), and the Integrated Preparedness Plan (IPP); assist local jurisdictions in the allocation and management of grant-funded projects; and build and maintain relationships with STARRS sub-committees and regional workgroups

The successful candidate will have knowledge of and experience with the principles and practices of regional planning related to emergency management, law enforcement, fire, health care, or public health.  A background in emergency preparedness and planning and familiarity with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) is required for this position.  Experience in public health and healthcare is desirable.  The successful candidate will also have excellent oral and written communication skills and familiarity with common office software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).               

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university, with major course work in emergency management, emergency planning and response, or other directly related field and a minimum of 3 years of related experience is required; an advanced degree in a directly related field may be substituted for 1 year of experience; or any equivalent combination of directly related education and professional experience

All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States.

The starting salary for this position is $64,500 annually.  EWG offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including:  insurance (health, dental, vision, and life), flexible spending accounts, retirement plan with employer match, and generous paid time off (vacation, holiday, and sick leave).  A summary of benefits can be accessed on EWG’s website at www.ewgateway.org/careers. 

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by email to:  careers@ewgateway.org; with the subject line Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Application.