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Driven by its mission and core values, NYC Emergency Management's role is to make New York City the most ready and resilient it can be. NYC Emergency Management consists of the best and brightest emergency management professionals in the world. Agency staff members proudly represent the communities they serve.



NYC Emergency Management is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer. The agency believes that a diverse workforce, representative of the City it serves, is critical to our success as a leader in emergency management. NYC Emergency Management seeks a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, race, religion/creed, sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, immigration or citizenship status, national origin, marital or partnership status, caregiver status, pregnancy, sexual and reproductive health decisions, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, arrest or conviction record, and status as victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking.

NYC Emergency Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Special accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities and applicants with access and functional needs.
View the City of New York's equity and inclusion policy

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

How to Apply to Full-Time Opportunities

Full-time positions that are currently accepting applicants are available on the Public Careers in NYC website. Only those individuals whose experience and skills best meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.

  • Non-City/External Candidates: Visit the Public Careers in NYC website and search by Job ID # indicated on posting. You will be required to create a user name and password.
  • Current City Employees: Go to NYCAPS/Employee Self-Service (ESS) to view and apply for available positions. Click on Recruiting Activities > Careers > Search by Job ID # indicated on posting.
  • NYC Emergency Management Employees: Apply directly through NYCAPS/Employee Self-Service (ESS) and send a copy of your resume and cover letter to NYC Emergency Management Human Resources at jobs@oem.nyc.gov.

Part-Time Opportunities

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