Safety Officer, Incident Management Assistance Team

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

The Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) is a rapidly deployable response unit that supports local emergency managers and coordinates state support during major disasters. As the Safety Officer, you will be responsible for developing safety plans, providing safety briefings, mitigating workplace safety hazards, responding to safety incidents, and preparing incident reports. When not deployed, you will participate in trainings and exercises, build relationships with partner agencies, and provide safety leadership to other agency operations. This role requires you to be able to deploy within two hours of notice to remote locations for extended periods.