Emergency Services Analyst* Job

Human Services Emergency Services Unit has an exciting and challenging opportunity available for an Emergency Services Analyst.* This position assists with the planning, training, development, organization, coordination, and evaluation of emergency preparedness and response and safety activities for the Human Services departments. Incumbents develop and maintain emergency response plans for pandemic events, bio-terrorism attacks, hazardous materials or other natural disasters such as earthquake, wildfire, flood, landslides, and severe weather; and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines. Due to the nature of the emergency services assignment, this position will be expected to work 12-hour shifts as needed during emergency activation, response, and recovery.

Responsibilities include:

Training: Organizing and delivering emergency preparedness and response trainings.
Planning, Research, and Coordination: Developing and coordinating comprehensive emergency response plans that outline the procedures and protocols. Ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
Resource Allocation: Assessing resource needs and allocation strategies.
Collaboration: Working with a wide variety of staff, programs, and outside agencies to meet shared goals.
Exercise and Drills: Organizing and participating in regular exercises and drills to test the effectiveness of emergency response plans and identify areas for improvement.
Reporting: Preparing and submitting required reports to leadership, agencies, programs, and/or other departments.
Emergency Response: Serve as a key team member for Human Services during emergency activations.

*Official Title: Staff Analyst II. Please refer to the official job description for additional information,

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Work Hours: In order to meet the business service needs of the public that we serve during emergency activation, these positions will be required to work extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays and may work substantial overtime (included 12 hour shifts) as needed and during emergency activation. This assignment is eligible for premium overtime or compensating time off for approved overtime hours worked. Employees may have to travel out of the County, or out of state to attend meetings, trainings, and conferences. Out of county and/or state travel is minimal. (Note: Please refer to the appropriate MOU for applicable terms and conditions: Teamsters Local 1932 MOU - Administrative Services Unit (Download PDF reader).

Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation and may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass the pre-employment process, which may include verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, credit check, drug screening, and/or medical exam, prior to appointment.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Both education and experience are required; to advance in the process applicants must meet one of the three options for Experience and one of the two options for Education to be considered:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (must meet one of the following options):

Option 1

Eighteen (18) months of full-time equivalent professional level administrative experience performing analytical duties in the area of emergency preparedness and response such as developing emergency preparedness and response plans; analyzing and ensuring compliance with related regulations; and/or developing related policies and procedures, training plans, and exercises.

Option 2

Two (2) years of full-time equivalent professional-level administrative experience performing analytical duties as a primary job function in a combination of areas that include: emergency preparedness and response, analyzing and ensuring compliance with regulations, policy and program development, project management, data/statistical analysis and reporting, organizational/staffing analysis or personnel management.

Option 3

Two (2) years of experience as a Staff Analyst II Trainee in San Bernardino County.

REQUIRED EDUCATION (must meet one of the following options):

Option 1

Bachelor's degree  (or equivalent) in emergency management, public/business administration, behavioral/social science, or other relevant field of study.

Option 2

Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in emergency management, public/business administration, behavioral/social science, or other relevant field of study AND two (2) years of experience* supporting management or professional level administrative services staff in any of the following areas: emergency preparedness and response, budget preparation/monitoring, fiscal/accounting functions; contracts, bid/proposal, or grant management; research and analytical studies; organizational studies; data/statistical analysis and reporting; organizational/operational/staffing analysis; and/or personnel management.

*The 2 years of experience used to qualify under Education Option 2 will be treated as a substitution for the Bachelor’s degree and will not count towards any of the three options under the Required Experience.

Important Notes Regarding Qualifying Education and Experience:

Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.)
General office/clerical, retail sales, eligibility worker, employment services, child support services and other similar experience is not considered qualifying.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

Experience in emergency planning, related Federal and State regulations, and coordinating with internal/external agencies to implement plans
Experience conducting in-depth research, analyzing and interpreting a wide variety of complex data and information, identifying options, and making viable recommendations
Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing
Experience delivering and developing trainings to audiences of various sizes
Strong project management and organizational skills

Apply by July 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM!

Minimum Requirements

Both education and experience are required; to advance in the process applicants must meet one of the three options for Experience and one of the two options for Education to be considered:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (must meet one of the following options):

Option 1

Eighteen (18) months of full-time equivalent professional level administrative experience performing analytical duties in the area of emergency preparedness and response such as developing emergency preparedness and response plans; analyzing and ensuring compliance with related regulations; and/or developing related policies and procedures, training plans, and exercises.

Option 2

Two (2) years of full-time equivalent professional-level administrative experience performing analytical duties as a primary job function in a combination of areas that include: emergency preparedness and response, analyzing and ensuring compliance with regulations, policy and program development, project management, data/statistical analysis and reporting, organizational/staffing analysis or personnel management.

Option 3

Two (2) years of experience as a Staff Analyst II Trainee in San Bernardino County.

REQUIRED EDUCATION (must meet one of the following options):

Option 1

Bachelor's degree  (or equivalent) in emergency management, public/business administration, behavioral/social science, or other relevant field of study.

Option 2

Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in emergency management, public/business administration, behavioral/social science, or other relevant field of study AND two (2) years of experience* supporting management or professional level administrative services staff in any of the following areas: emergency preparedness and response, budget preparation/monitoring, fiscal/accounting functions; contracts, bid/proposal, or grant management; research and analytical studies; organizational studies; data/statistical analysis and reporting; organizational/operational/staffing analysis; and/or personnel management.

*The 2 years of experience used to qualify under Education Option 2 will be treated as a substitution for the Bachelor’s degree and will not count towards any of the three options under the Required Experience.

Important Notes Regarding Qualifying Education and Experience:

Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.)
General office/clerical, retail sales, eligibility worker, employment services, child support services and other similar experience is not considered qualifying.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

Experience in emergency planning, related Federal and State regulations, and coordinating with internal/external agencies to implement plans
Experience conducting in-depth research, analyzing and interpreting a wide variety of complex data and information, identifying options, and making viable recommendations
Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing
Experience delivering and developing trainings to audiences of various sizes
Strong project management and organizational skills

San Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.