Operations Chief
Ministry: Defense / Emergency Management Taskforce · Emergency Function: Emergency Operations Command
Role Purpose
Manages day-to-day emergency operations and coordinates the execution of response activities across ministries under the EMT Commander.
What You Would Help Do
Before an Emergency
- Develop operational plans and procedures.
- Coordinate ministry readiness and exercise participation.
- Build operational checklists and activation guides.
- Participate in preparedness exercises.
During an Emergency
- Direct and coordinate operational activities across ministries.
- Track resource needs and operational status.
- Support the EMT Commander with operational decision-making.
- Coordinate field operations and shelter management.
After an Emergency
- Support after-action review and operational documentation.
- Update operational plans and procedures.
- Coordinate transition to recovery operations.
Qualifications & Helpful Skills
Who would be a good fit?
Required
- Willingness to complete Weather Watchmen training.
- Incident Command System training required for this role.
Helpful But Not Required
- Emergency management or operations background
- Military or first responder experience
- Leadership and coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
Training & Readiness
Volunteers are not expected to respond to emergencies without preparation.
Weather Watchmen volunteers may receive or be asked to participate in role-appropriate training, exercises, orientations, drills, and continuing preparedness activities before being assigned operational responsibilities.
Potential training for this role:
Working Together
No Ministry operates in isolation during an emergency.
Three-Deep Succession
Weather Watchmen's emergency management system is designed around continuity of leadership. Critical functions should have trained Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary personnel so that operations can continue if a primary leader is unavailable.
Multiple volunteers may express interest in the same operational area to build this depth.
Interested in Serving?
You do not have to know everything today. If you have relevant experience, transferable skills, or a willingness to train and serve, we encourage you to express your interest.