Senior Coordinator, Emergency Preparedness & Resp

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision:

Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment:

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Emergency Operations Coordinator will serve as the primary lead for day-to-day operations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), ensuring technical readiness and operational continuity in a mission-critical, high-impact environment. In this role, you’ll work closely with a small, dedicated team, collaborating across departments and supporting broader program priorities as needed. Flexibility is essential, as the work often shifts quickly to meet evolving demands. This position is ideal for professionals with a strong operational background - such as military junior NCOs, first responders, or disaster response specialists - who bring tactical and technical acumen and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments. The role offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and organizational stability, and values technical expertise, operational experience, and outside-the-box thinking.

Essential Functions

Program Management: Maintain emergency preparedness and response programs, plans, and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.

Incident Support: Respond to and support emergency activations, serving as a key technical and operational resource during incidents.

Lead EOC Operations: Oversee daily functionality of the Emergency Operations Center(s), including IT and audiovisual systems, readiness checks, and coordination during activations.

Technical Oversight: Manage and troubleshoot EOC technology platforms, ensuring seamless integration of IT/AV systems for incident management.

Training & Exercises: Conduct, facilitate, and participate in drills, exercises, and training programs to ensure operational readiness and compliance. May also be responsible for developing and delivering training in support of the larger training and exercise program.

Data & Assessments: Perform assessments and gather data to support Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment processes.

Roster Accuracy: Ensure the Employee Storm Roster (ESR) is accurate and ready for immediate activation at all times.

Continuous Improvement: Lead After Action Reviews and implement improvements to plans and procedures.

Stakeholder Engagement: Lead meetings and deliver briefings to internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.

Education Description

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Emergency Management certifications are not required, but ICS familiarity is essential.

Experience Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Familiarity with Incident Command System (ICS) principles; FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications preferred. Strong technical aptitude with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new technologies quickly. Experience with IT/AV systems in operational environments. Ability to analyze information under emergency conditions and make sound decisions. Maintains composure and sound judgment under pressure, ensuring effective decision-making during high-stakes situations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interact effectively across all organizational levels. Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to changing demands, and work independently with minimal supervision. Strong interpersonal skills with tact and diplomacy under pressure. Comfortable operating in a high-paced environment with competing priorities. High level of availability outside routine work hours to respond to incidents.

Preferred Background

8 -10 years of experience in military operations (junior NCO level or equivalent), first responder roles, or disaster response. Prior experience in an operations center environment (EOC or similar technical operations center). Field experience combined with technical and administrative capabilities. Exposure to leadership or other critical decision-making responsibilities.

Physical Requirements Working Conditions We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What We Bring To You

- Competitive pay

- Paid training

- Benefits eligibility begins on your first day

- Transit subsidies

- Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off

- Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

- Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement

- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:

Full Time

Posting Start Date:

04/28/2026

Posting End Date:

05/05/2026

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR

- 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.