OPS Deputy Logistics Section Chief - 31902135

Requisition No: 857490 

Agency: Division of Emergency Management

Working Title: OPS Deputy Logistics Section Chief - 31902135

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 31902135 

Salary: $37.00/Hour 

Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2025 

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Deputy Logistics Section Chief - OPS

Bureau of Response

State of Florida Division of Emergency Management

This position is available statewide

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) plans for and responds to both natural and man-made disasters. These range from floods and hurricanes to incidents involving hazardous materials or nuclear power. FDEM is the liaison between federal, state, and local agencies. FDEM prepares and implements a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, routinely conducts extensive exercises to test state and county emergency response capabilities, provides technical assistance to local governments as they prepare emergency plans and procedures, as well as conducts emergency operations trainings for state and local government agencies.

FDEM serves as the lead agency for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT), whose primary goal is the coordination of the state’s efforts during disaster response and recovery. This coordination is conducted within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Tallahassee. Additionally, FDEM manages the State Watch Office; the 24-hours a day operation tasked with providing situational awareness to stakeholders statewide. After a disaster, FDEM conducts damage assessment surveys and advises the Governor of the State of Florida on whether to declare an emergency and seek federal relief funds. It is against this backdrop that FDEM strives to demonstrate its mission of, “Coordinate, collaborate and communicate with our community stakeholders for a resilient Florida” along with our vision of, “Leading the Profession in building prepared and resilient communities”.

Position Overview and Responsibilities: The Deputy Logistics Section Chief plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth functioning of incident support services. This position oversees various logistical aspects, including resource ordering and tracking, facility management, transportation, supplies, and equipment maintenance. This position is a General Staff level position on Florida’s State All-Hazards Incident Management Team. Duties for the position include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Logistics Section Chief in supervising and configuring the Logistics Section with branches and units to support incident operations.
• Assist the Logistics Section Chief in managing logistical needs, including ordering, receipt, storage, and transport of resources.
• Assist the Logistics Section Chief in providing facilities, services, personnel, and materials to support incident operations.
• Assist the Logistics Section Chief in advising the Incident Commander (IC) on all matters related to logistics planning, facilities, communications and the ordering, receipt, storage, and transport of resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to deploy for extended periods with little to no advance notice anywhere in Florida or the United States, work nontraditional hours including weekends and holidays, and perform other duties as required. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (i.e., up to 28 days at a time).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth understanding of resource management, supply chain, and inventory control.
• Ability to coordinate complex logistical operations efficiently.
• Knowledge of incident command systems, emergency response protocols, and incident support services.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and prioritize critical needs.
• Strong leadership skills to guide teams effectively during high-pressure scenarios.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and coordination.
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, vendors, and service providers.

Special Notes:

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

The Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. FDEM appreciates the service and sacrifices made by veterans and their family members. Further, FDEM recognizes the immeasurable value veterans bring to the workplace and is committed to increasing the number of veterans who serve in its workforce.

FDEM is committed to increasing the recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. An individual with a disability is qualified if they satisfy the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the position's essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the FDEM Human Resources Office at (850) 815-4177. FDEM requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

The State of Florida and FDEM requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

In response to emergency events, FDEM employees may be required to work irregular hours, to work more than 8 hours per day, to work extended periods (including weekends and holidays), to work at locations other than their official headquarters, and to perform duties in addition to those outlined in the employee's position description. Employees must be able to deploy to emergency sites with limited advance notice.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.