Hanson ValuesIntegrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | InnovationIf you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.Hanson is seeking an Emergency Management Consultant. This is a temporary, part-time, as-needed role focused on providing expert consulting services in emergency management and readiness reporting. The consultant will assist with NIMS training, strategic planning, and exercise development to enhance statewide preparedness and resilience.Day in the Life of a Special Consultant at HansonHere’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role:
Assist IDOT (Illinois Department of Transportation) with planning and delivery of NIMS training across districts.
Design, execute, and evaluate emergency response exercises in alignment with HSEEP guidelines.
Support specialized response teams, including Urban Search and Rescue, HAZMAT, Technical Rescue, and Water Rescue.
Serve as liaison and representative for emergency coordination efforts (e.g., MABAS, State EOC).
Contribute to Emergency Operations Plan development and security planning.
Collaborate with civil and military stakeholders to improve emergency preparedness and response.
What We’re Looking ForWe feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:Skills:
Strategic planning and organizational transformation
Emergency exercise design and evaluation (HSEEP)
NIMS and ICS training delivery
Readiness reporting and quality assurance
Emergency Operations Plan development
Civil-military coordination and integration
Soft Skills:
Strong communication and teaching abilities
Adaptability to changing project needs
Collaborative mindset with public safety and military partners
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Self-motivated and independent work style
Education/Training:
Bachelor’s degree in organizational development, psychology, or similar, or equivalent years of experience in delivering training, adult education courses, or similar
Formal training in emergency management, homeland security, or related fields
Certification or experience in ICS 100–400 and Unified Command
Familiarity with Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:
Extensive experience in emergency management and homeland security consulting
Proven success in strategic planning and change management
Experience supporting National Guard and state-level emergency response teams
Background in readiness systems such as the Defense Readiness Reporting System
Prior involvement with MABAS, IEMA, and IDOT or similar agencies
This is a non-exempt position, and the hourly rate for this position is $40 - $60 per hour.BenefitsOur focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:Competitive compensationPerformance bonuses401(k) with matching contributionEmployee Stock Ownership PlanComprehensive health & well-being plansFinancial wellness plansWork-life balance programsWant to know more? Visit our for all the details.CultureWe understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:Monthly educational webinarsLeadership trainingLunch & learn development sessions24/7 access to thousands of skill-building coursesMentorship opportunitiesAward-winning internship programEmployee recognitionAnd so much more!AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYERWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.
