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Florida Disaster Reservist Program. Purpose. Lack of permanent specialists Trained to assist in Recovery efforts both during and after a disaster. Activation & Deployment. Activated during Presidentially Declared Disasters Contacted by our automated calling system
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Purpose • Lack of permanent specialists • Trained to assist in Recovery efforts both during and after a disaster
Activation & Deployment • Activated during Presidentially Declared Disasters • Contacted by our automated calling system • Used in any position in which they qualify • Most often as DRC Managers or CR Team Members
Requirements • 18 years-old with high-school diploma (or equivalent) • Time and Commitment to complete training • On-site training • FEMA Independent Study Courses • Ability to serve 15 consecutive days
Compensation and Benefits • Paid OPS positions • $15/hour with time and half for overtime • Compensated for expenses • Emergency Management experience • Opportunity to help your community
Help! • 200 Reservists • Provide essential services to the counties • Purpose is to assist the counties
Contact information Jordon Wadlington Disaster Reservist Cadre Manager jordon.wadlington@em.myflorida.com Office: (850) 487-1656 http://www.floridadisaster.org/Recovery/