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Dodge Company

Hazardous Material Responder

Juneau, WI · On-site

$35/hr

Assists Incident Commander and HAZMAT Coordinator in assessing hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions and rapidly identifies the immediate hazards that may affect the public, response ...

Bellin

Program Manager, Emergency Management

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$112K - $113K/yr

This includes, but not limited to, being the primary contact for incident command activations; the design and facilitation of emergency management exercises required by authorities having ...

Door County, WI

Public Health Nurse

Sturgeon Bay, WI · On-site

$71K - $81K/yr

Participates in emergency preparedness planning and exercises; responds to public health emergencies per incident command protocols. * Maintains accurate and timely documentation in systems including ...

GovernmentJobs.com

Public Health Nurse

Sturgeon Bay, WI · On-site

Participates in emergency preparedness planning and exercises; responds to public health emergencies per incident command protocols. * Maintains accurate and timely documentation in systems including ...

Wisconsin

Police Officer I

River Falls, WI · On-site

Respond to critical incident and incident command situations in conformity with department policy. * Provide assistance to individuals requiring medical attention or services as a first responder ...

Centstone HC

Registered Nurse

Mauston, WI · On-site

$1.9K - $2.1K/wk

Support after-hours pharmacy needs and participate in incident command during emergency situations Requirements * Active Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) License required * Minimum 3 years of nursing ...

Mile Bluff Medical Center

Charge RN

Mauston, WI · On-site

Activation and management of Incident Command in a Mass Casualty Incident. * Assist with coordinating any staffing needs between departments. * Perform other duties as requested. Position ...

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How much do incident commander jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for incident commander in Wisconsin is $53,956.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,600.00 and $60,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an incident commander do?

Incident commander (IC) jobs are positions of responsibility and authority to carry out emergency response plans. Incident commanders play a vital role in emergency response for natural disasters, acts of violence, and other emergencies, such as fires and bomb threats. More recently, the information technology (IT) sector adopted the IC role to manage disaster recovery and business continuity in the event of a computer systems failure or data breach. Whether in IT or other emergency response situations, as IC your duties include allocating resources, minimizing fallout, and supervising operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an incident commander, and why are they important?

An Incident Commander is the individual responsible for managing and directing response efforts during an emergency or critical incident, such as a natural disaster, cybersecurity breach, or other crisis. They oversee the incident response team, make key decisions, and coordinate communications between agencies or departments to ensure a swift and effective resolution. The Incident Commander is typically designated at the start of an incident and remains in charge until the situation is resolved or command is transferred. Their leadership is crucial for maintaining order, safety, and clear lines of authority during high-stress situations.

How does an incident commander typically interact with other teams during a major incident?

During a major incident, the Incident Commander serves as the central point of communication, coordinating efforts between technical teams, management, and stakeholders. They facilitate regular updates, assign clear responsibilities, and ensure that everyone is aligned on priorities and next steps. This role often requires quick decision-making, clear documentation, and the ability to manage high-pressure situations while fostering collaboration across departments to resolve issues efficiently.

What is the difference between Incident Commander vs Emergency Response Coordinator?

AspectIncident CommanderEmergency Response Coordinator
CertificationsICS certifications, First Aid/CPREmergency management certifications, First Aid/CPR
Work EnvironmentEmergency scenes, incident sitesEmergency planning offices, coordination centers
Employer & IndustryPublic safety, fire departments, disaster responseGovernment agencies, NGOs, corporate safety teams
Primary RoleLead incident response, make tactical decisionsCoordinate response efforts, plan emergency procedures

While both roles focus on emergency situations, the Incident Commander is responsible for leading on-site incident response and making tactical decisions. The Emergency Response Coordinator typically oversees planning and coordination efforts, ensuring effective response strategies are in place. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital in emergency management, but their day-to-day responsibilities and work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Incident Commander job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,956 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Hazardous Material Responder

Dodge Company

Juneau, WI • On-site

$35/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Dodge rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt (On Call)
Position Open Until Filled
Wages Rates:
$8.02/hour for meetings/training
$35.00/hr. Emergency Call-out
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  1. Receives direction from the HAZMAT Coordinator, as appointed by the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
  2. Responds to chemical emergencies occurring in Dodge County as the result of a spill, leak, release, fire, uncontrolled reaction, abandoned receptacles, and/or mishandling of material(s) as requested by the local Incident Commander through Sheriff's Office Communications Division.
  3. Reports to scene/staging area, determined by the Incident Commander or Hazmat Coordinator.
  4. Coordinates efforts with other agencies to mitigate the situation.
  5. Employs the use of the Incident Command System (ICS) as defined by the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
  6. Assists Incident Commander and HAZMAT Coordinator in assessing hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions and rapidly identifies the immediate hazards that may affect the public, response personnel, and the environment including: contamination, weather observations, referencing of materials, hazmat control zones, evacuation, air sampling, containment, and Incident Action Plan (IAP).
  7. Utilizes proper personal protective equipment in accordance to incident level criteria.
  8. Follows contamination control procedures to minimize the transfer of hazardous substances from the scene by establishing control zones and decontaminating people and equipment.
  9. Implements Incident Action Plan (IAP) by providing support to the Incident Commander or designee in one or more of the following roles: Team Coordinator (HazMat Group Supervisor), Team Leaders, HAZMAT Safety Officer, and/or Team member.
    1. HAZMAT Coordinator / Assistant Coordinator (HazMat Group Supervisor):
      1. Reports to Incident Commander.
      2. Organizes, assigns, and is responsible for the overall HAZMAT operations during deployments.
      3. Provides incident documentation.
      4. Recommends equipment needs and budget requests.
      5. Maintains equipment, inventory and record keeping including: equipment manuals, inventory records, warranty data, safety inspection records, replacement needs, and equipment acquisition.
      6. Maintains a safety inspection record of the HAZMAT Team vehicle.
    1. Technician Team Leader/Operations Team Leader:
      1. Reports to HAZMAT Coordinator/ Assistant Coordinator (Group Supervisor).
      2. Assumes the duties of the HAZMAT Coordinator in his/her absence.
      3. Assists in coordinating trainings, assists with apparatus inspections and assists with maintaining all equipment.
    1. HAZMAT Safety Officer:
      1. Assists incident command and the HAZMAT team to assure a safe response and to ensure proper mitigation.
      2. Monitors and assesses HAZMAT operations for safety compliance. Mitigates unsafe situations and develops measures to assure personnel safety, which may include: recommending levels of protection, monitoring safety conditions, implementing on-site safety and health plan, and monitoring physical health of the team members during operations.
      3. Provides safety briefs and enforces safe working practices during training sessions.
      4. Authorizes to stop operations or activities due to unsafe or unstable conditions.
    1. Team Members:
      1. Reports to appropriate Team Leader.
      2. Performs duties, as assigned, to an entry team to assist with assessing degree of hazard, identifying products, identifying containment needs, and performing necessary actions to mitigate the incident as identified in the Incident Action Plan.
      3. Performs duties, as assigned, to a rescue team remaining on standby outside the contaminated area and in an emergency, assists the entry team.
      4. Performs duties, as assigned, as reference or recorder, and in providing information and documentation to formulate the action plan.
      5. Performs duties, as assigned, by the Operations Team Leader to ensure proper decontamination procedures are followed to prevent the transmigration of contaminants.
      6. Performs duties, as assigned to the Decontamination Team to set up and operate the decontamination line for decontaminating personnel and equipment leaving the contaminated area.

10. Maintains confidentiality during and after deployments.
11. Attends training, meetings and conferences and maintains current knowledge of methods and procedures through professional literature, publications, internet, etc.
12. Follows all industry standard safety practices and regulations.
13. Regular attendance and punctuality required.
14. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES
  • Knowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command.
  • Knowledge of hazardous materials/contaminations classifications and their effects.
  • Knowledge of decontamination methods and procedures.
  • Knowledge of Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know (EPCRA)
  • Knowledge of State and Federal regulations including: CFR 29, CFR 40, and CFR 49, and Wisconsin Statue 323.
  • Ability to effectively use the Emergency Response Guide (ERG).
  • Ability to utilize communication system including radios and standard hand signals.
  • Ability to determine the potential for contact with hazardous materials.
  • Ability to gather facts and data and draw logical conclusions from such data.
  • Ability to prepare accurate records and reports in accordance with State and County regulations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relations and working relationships with local, State, and Federal response agencies.
  • Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving directions, control, and planning of an entire program or multiple programs.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and interact effectively with co-workers and the general public.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • This work requires the exertion of lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds of force without assistance; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
  • Must stand, sit and walk for long periods and at times on uneven terrain.
  • Work has standard vision requirements for near and far vision.
  • Must have good hand-eye coordination.
  • Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
  • Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
  • Work is generally in a moderately noisy setting.
  • Employee may be required occasionally to report to emergency incidents in the field 24/7 in all-weather type and hazardous environments.
  • Work is in extreme working conditions including exposure to hazardous materials and various environmental factors/weather conditions, including while wearing personal protective equipment. Works in extreme temperatures (both high and low).
  • The physical demand level for this job is medium to heavy.

Dodge County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants
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