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Maricopa

Fatality Management Coordinator

Salary$68k – $96k
Location1325 N Fiesta Blvd
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
DepartmentEmergency Management
Company size10,000+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen2d ago
Posting Date
09/10/26
Application Deadline
09/29/26
Pay Range
$68,000 - $96,000 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate’s equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Emergency Management
About the Position
Are you a master Fatality Management Coordinator who keeps a level head in the face of chaos? Do you have the ability to prepare for the worst and hope for the best? If so, we encourage you to apply for our Fatality Management Coordinator position, where you will use your unique skills to develop plans for preparedness, response, and recovery from unusual emergencies. Join the team that seeks to create safer, resilient communities in Maricopa County!
About Us
Make a lasting impact on the safety and resilience of one of the nation’s fastest-growing counties.
As a Fatality Management Coordinator, no two days are the same. You will be at the forefront of regional safety, helping prepare for and respond to a diverse range of challenges, from extreme heat and flash floods to wildfires, major special events, and complex all-hazards emergencies.
In this critical role, you’ll develop and maintain emergency plans, provide technical expertise in All Hazards, support training and exercises, and collaborate with Maricopa County, partner cities, towns, tribal nations, and other emergency management stakeholders to strengthen regional preparedness and response.
You’ll do this work from our state-of-the-art Emergency Operations Center, opened in 2025. This high-tech command hub features advanced video walls for real-time situational awareness during active emergencies, plus access to an on-site fitness center to support your wellness and work-life balance.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference before, during, and after emergencies, apply today to join our team!
Proud to Offer
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Work with a greater purpose
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Tuition reimbursement
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Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
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Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
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Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
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Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
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Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
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Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
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Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
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Two years of professional experience in program or project management in emergency management
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Bachelor’s degree in emergency management public or business administration, or a related field
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A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
Other Requirements
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Valid Arizona driver’s license upon hire
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Completion of FEMA IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, IS-800, IS-120.c, IS-230.d, IS-235.c, IS-240.b, IS-241.b, IS-242.b, IS-244.a, and IS-2200 or the ability to complete within one year of the hire date
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Experience utilizing National Incident Management System (NIMS), Incident Command System (ICS), Comprehensive Preparedness Guide (CPG) 101, and Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
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Works a rotational schedule as an on-call duty officer on a recurring basis after hours and on weekends
We Also Value
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Master’s degree in emergency management or Homeland Security from an accredited college or university
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Experience working in local, state, tribal, or federal emergency management
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Experience working in an Emergency Operations Center during a disaster or emergency
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FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) and Advanced Professional Series (APS) Certificates of Completion
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Completion of or progress towards the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Certified Emergency Manager or Associate Emergency Manager
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Operate and maintain emergency warning and notification systems
Job Contributions
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Lead and assist in the planning and implementation of Department programs, projects, and initiatives to include the regional fatality management collaborative workshops and preparedness planning
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Develop, update, maintain, and evaluate the emergency management plans, standard operating procedures, and manuals for the County’s mass casualty and fatality management program, including the Fatality Management Plan and Family Reception Center (FRC) and Family Assistance Center (FAC) Manuals; review policies and programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
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Manage the Continuity of Operations (COOP) program for the Office of the Medical Examiners (OME), including maintaining and updating OME’s COOP plan and conducting COOP trainings, drills, and exercises
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Conduct after-action reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives following exercises and real-world activations
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Provides support to County departments, Jurisdictions, Tribal, and other stakeholders on best practices, principles, and concepts related to disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery
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Serve as the 24/7 on-call duty officer on a weekly rotating basis by providing responsive customer service and maintaining regional situational awareness
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Serve as essential personnel in the County, partner city, town, and tribal nation’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies and exercises on a 24/7 basis
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Foster collaborative relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, non-profits, and community partners and serve as a department liaison
Working Conditions
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Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly
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Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
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Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards and noise and vibration
Selection Procedure
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Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
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Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
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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
Legal
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 [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.
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