Job Description

Emergency Management Analyst (260006PD)

Organization

: Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information: Alison Granger / argranger@dps.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

: Sep 16, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

EMA - EOC - JDF

2855 W Dublin-Granville Road

Columbus 43235

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $33.32 per hour

Schedule

: Full-time

Work Hours: See Below

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

: Public Safety

Technical Skills: Emergency Management, Public Safety

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Interpreting Data, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Emergency Management Agency

Coordinates activities to mitigate, prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters, both natural and man-made.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Emergency Management Agency

Report In Location – 2855 W. Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235

Work Hours - 12:00AM to 12:00AM Schedule Varies – Position will be part of a team that will operate on a 24/7 basisPerks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free onsite Gym!

What You'll Do as a Public Safety Intelligence Analyst

• Formulate, revise & implement policies & procedures that deal with establishing & maintaining situational awareness on a specific hazard, event or disaster for the receipt of time sensitive information; Create policies & procedures to determine proper protocol for acquiring, analyzing & disseminating hazard or disaster information to state, local & federal emergency response & other officials;
• Coordinate notification & response with local, state & federal emergency management & homeland security officials; Develop analyses on all aspects of disasters & potential hazards; collect, research, & analyze disaster information from numerous resources to determine potential hazard level;
• Develop, monitor, & analyze informational databases, spreadsheets, & reports to assess the magnitude & scope of impact of an emergency or disaster;
• Collect relevant disaster information via telephone, written correspondence & other redundant communication mediums with State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) partners at all levels of government;
• Monitor, collect, analyze, & disseminate situational awareness information & situational awareness reports (e.g., daily reports, Incident Reports & Advisories) for the State of Ohio;

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Why Work for the State of OhioAt the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

OPTION 1

36 mos. exp. conducting research & writing reports using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques.OPTION 2

Or completion of undergraduate core program in homeland security, political science, criminal justice, emergency management, public health, international affairs or related field;AND 12 mos. exp. conducting research & writing reports using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Helpful Tips for Applying:

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Job Skill: Public SafetySupplemental InformationTRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: If required, must obtain LEADS certification; must renew LEADS certification biannually. Additionally, some positions at Department of Public Safety must be able to obtain & maintain secret level federal security clearance.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May require some travel. Working hours will include nights, weekends and holidays, based on operational need.

Position also requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Secret level Security Clearance.

This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.

Background Check Information

A background check including BCI fingerprint check will be required on all selected applicants.

A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

This position is identified as safety sensitive & subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24

To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA StatementOhio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.Drug-Free WorkplaceThe State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.