Fort Bragg calls on residents to join Emergency Volunteer Team

The following is a press release issued by the City of Fort Bragg:

The City of Fort Bragg is now accepting letters of interest for Emergency Management Program-Volunteers (EMP-V’s). EMP-V’s will play a vital role in assisting the City’s Emergency Manager to develop and maintain the community’s Emergency Management Program.

Volunteers will collaborate with the City’s Emergency Manager in tasks such as reviewing emergency documents and plans, researching best practices for emergency management policies and procedures, and organizing and documenting stakeholder meetings with diverse community groups. EMP-V’s will primarily work remotely, utilizing personal computers and internet resources to carry out their duties.

This volunteer opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about disaster preparedness and community service. EMP-V’s report directly to the City’s Emergency Manager and are not responsible for decision-making authority.

EMP-V’s will receive the following benefits:

• Free tuition to all California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) training sessions hosted by the City as well as access to CSTI courses within the region.
• Ability to assist the City in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during real and simulated emergencies. Hours working in an EOC can be combined with CSTI courses to obtain an Emergency Management certification through the State of California.
• The ability to influence and enhance the Emergency Preparedness of the community you live in.

EMP-V’s must meet the following minimum requirements:

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• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Agree to volunteer a minimum of 6.0 hours a month with at least 2.0 hours for in-person meetings.
• Must submit to and pass a local background check including fingerprinting.
• Must reside within ten miles of the Fort Bragg Police Department.
• Must have home internet access and a personal computer.

Interested parties should submit a letter of interest to Captain Thomas O’Neal at toneal@fortbragg.com. EMP-V’s will be selected by the City’s Emergency Manager and their Department Director.

Letters of interest should include at a minimum:

1. Contact Information:
   a. Name
   b. Address
   c. Phone Number
   d. Email
2. Emergency management experience or knowledge
3. Previous experience related to reviewing program information or program analysis
4. Essay Question: In 300 words or less, identify an effective emergency management program currently in use in another jurisdiction that you would like to see adopted locally. The program should be able to be reasonably implemented locally within six months. Your response should include a link or direct reference to the program.

Letters of interest are requested no later than January 10th, 2025.

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