North Carolina Emergency Management Association

06/03/2026

Some of our Executive and Legislative Committee members have been in Raleigh today visiting the General Assembly to advocate for the Emergency Management profession.

We're thankful for their time and efforts to showcase the work that NC Emergency Management and local emergency managers do across our state every day.

05/18/2026

North Carolina communities are stronger when our first responders have the tools and resources they need.

FEMA released a grant announcement supporting fire departments and first responders across our state today.

This funding helps enhance preparedness, response capabilities, and community resilience.

Read the full press release below to learn more about how these investments support those who protect and serve North Carolina communities every day.

FEMA is making $648M available to help firefighters and first responders nationwide get the equipment, staffing and support they need to protect lives and communities. The funding includes:

• $291.6M for equipment, vehicles, PPE and responder wellness
• $324M to help departments hire, recruit and retain firefighters
• $32.4M for fire prevention and firefighter safety research

Applications open May 19 and close June 22. Learn more: fema.gov/press-release/20260518/dhs-makes-648-million-available-help-firefighters-and-first-responders

05/12/2026

Disaster response works best when coordination, communication, and statewide response efforts remain unified under Emergency Management alongside our public safety partners. Senate Bill 1050 would change this.

Part of NCEMA’s role is advocating for our members and emergency response partners to uphold North Carolina’s strong, proven, and coordinated emergency management system.

A Senate bill would shift key disaster response authority from NC Emergency Management to the Office of the State Fire Marshal and redirect nearly $5 million in remaining Helene recovery funds.

05/11/2026

We have created a new group for Active and Lifetime members to keep in touch, share news about their work, and continue to build our Emergency Management community.

If you are an active or lifetime member, join today!

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1ANsJSty3c/

05/08/2026

Great collaboration New Hanover County Emergency Management and NC Emergency Management!

04/30/2026

Save The Date!! NCEMA Fall Conference! Oct 13-15, 2026

04/05/2026

🚨 Now Hiring: Emergency Management Logistics Specialist 🚨

Chatham County Emergency Operations is looking for a motivated, hands-on professional to support logistics, planning, and response efforts that keep our community prepared and protected.

This position plays a key role in maintaining readiness, managing equipment and supplies, supporting disaster response, and working alongside our public safety partners.

💼 Position: Emergency Management Logistics Specialist
💰 Salary: $61,473 – $78,379 annually
📍 Location: Pittsboro, NC
📅 Apply by: April 15, 2026

What you’ll do:
• Manage emergency operations logistics and warehouse functions
• Maintain and deploy equipment, vehicles, and supplies
• Support disaster response and recovery operations
• Assist with planning, training, and exercises
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal partners

What we’re looking for:
• Emergency management or related experience
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments
• Willingness to respond during nights, weekends, and emergencies

This is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a real impact in your community and support those who respond when it matters most.

👉 Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chathamcountync/jobs/5291682/emergency-management-logistics-specialist?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

03/18/2026

The last day of the NCEMA Conference, there was an option for a field trip to the fish hatchery, and a test of the emergency siren system.

03/18/2026

03/18/2026

NCEMA Conference Field trip to the EBCI Fish hatchery and warning sirens was great! Very educational and a little chilly!