What are the primary functions of the Emergency Management Coordinator?
-Provide public informational programs, educate the population as to actions necessary for the protection of life and property in an emergency or disaster.
-Assist in the development of mutual aid agreements for disaster response.
-Oversee the implementation of all functions necessary during an emergency or disaster in accordance with the county Emergency Action Guidelines.
-Maintain the county emergency action guidelines in accordance with state and federal standards.
-Provide training, education and exercises to be better prepared for an emergency.
-Maintain the county emergency operations center (EOC) for an activation.
-Serve as a subject matter expert to the county Board of Commissioners and inform them about initiatives and challenges in emergency management & homeland Security.
-Ensure that all personnel who would take part in disaster operations are adequately trained in the National Incident Management system or (NIMS).
-Serve as the county liaison with all local, regional, state and Federal emergency preparedness officials and partners.

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1. What are the primary functions of the Emergency Management Coordinator?
2. What types of services does the office of emergency management provide?
3. What types of hazards should my family be prepared for?
4. Where can I find emergency preparedness information to help me in my emergency planning effort?
5. How can I reach the emergency management coordinator to schedule a presentation?
6. Is there free training available for emergency preparedness?
7. How do I sign up for Emergency Notifications?