Posting Date
06/04/26
Application Deadline
06/07/26
Pay Range
$21.00 hourly
This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
Interns
Department
Emergency Management
About the Position
Are you an Emergency Management graduate or undergraduate student with a proven ability to maintain composure in high-pressure situations? Do you excel in preparing for the worst while hoping for the best? If so, we invite you to apply for our Emergency Management Intern position. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to develop comprehensive plans for preparedness, response, and recovery from extraordinary emergencies. Join our team and contribute to creating safer, more resilient communities in Maricopa County.
This position requires the employee in office/field or customer facing for all hours worked.
About Us
Are you ready to help your community prepare for a large-scale emergency and keep our County safe? We are looking for motivated individuals to rise to the occasion! Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management prepares for, responds to, and recovers from large-scale community disasters. Security Services is a division within the Emergency Management Department that provides specialized armed security services and executive protection to our County leaders and ensures the safety of County facilities and property. Some of our partners include local and state governments, industry leaders, universities, and community organizations active in disasters. A few of our unique programs include Securing the Cities (STC), a preventative radiological and nuclear detection program that partners with law enforcement agencies and fire departments to enhance their radiation detection capabilities by providing equipment, training, and plan development support. Also, we are responsible for off-site planning for the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station. Our department embraces cutting-edge technologies and innovative partnerships to bring unique solutions to complicated problems. Join our team to continue our efforts to keep our residents safe!
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Current graduate student or undergraduate junior or senior in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Public Health, or another related program
Other Requirements
Completion of FEMA IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400 or the ability to complete within one month of the hire date
Able to work on-site at 1325 N Fiesta Blvd in Gilbert from July to December 2026
Job Contributions
Assist Emergency Management Coordinators (EMCs) in developing emergency response plans and procedures
Assist EMCs in developing, planning, conducting, and evaluating emergency exercises and drills
Assist the Department’s Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program by coordinating county response efforts for incidents at the Palo Verde Generating Station
Attend emergency management trainings and other formal educational classes regionally
Assist in the implementation and management of the Securing the Cities program
Engage in emergency response operations at the County Emergency Operations Center during exercises and real-world activations, as needed
Support community all-hazards education and public outreach to spread awareness of emergency preparedness topics
Working Conditions
Exerting 20-25 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
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The Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is comprised of Superior Court, Adult Probation and Juvenile Probation, which includes juvenile detention. The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is the fourth largest trial court system in the nation and, along with its 3,200 employees, is dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to services, and providing innovative, evidence-based practices that improve the safety of the community and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. For more information, visit www.superiorcourt.maricopa.gov.
Mission
Our mission is clear and simple: We are dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to our services, and providing innovative, evidence-based practices that improve the safety of our community and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch.
Vision
In pursuit of this mission, our employees are reminded to keep our vision as part of their daily work—committing themselves to excellence and the principles inherent in the Rule of Law… every person, every day, every time.
Values
The Judicial Branch achieves both our mission and vision through the application of our values; Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Safety.
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