Emergency Management Specialist

National Institutes of Health Montgomery County, Maryland $ 70,623 – $ 133,142

Full-time Closes 02 Nov 2026 · 6 days left

Montgomery County, Maryland $ 70,623 – $ 133,142 Full-time Closes 02 Nov 2026

What the job is
The National Institutes of Health is looking for an Emergency Management Specialist to work in Montgomery County, Maryland. This role helps the organization stay ready for emergencies. You will join the Division of Emergency Management team to help protect people, property, and research projects.
What you will do
You will create emergency plans for all NIH buildings. You will make sure the organization can keep working during a crisis. You will check that emergency tools and communication sites always work. You will represent the NIH in meetings with local and federal groups. You will help plan and lead practice drills for emergencies like bad weather or health crises. You will also watch for emergency messages and tell leaders when they need to act to keep everyone safe.
What you need
You should have experience planning for emergencies. You need to know how to create strategic plans for disasters. You should be good at working with other teams and leaders. You must be able to stay calm and make decisions during urgent situations. You should be skilled at monitoring communication systems for alerts.
What you will get
You will receive a yearly salary between 70623 and 133142. You will work in a fast-paced and important environment. You will have the chance to lead national readiness exercises. Your work will help save lives and protect important medical research.