Office of Emergency Management (OEM)

Mission

The mission of the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Division is to prepare and coordinate actions to minimize loss of life and property damage caused by natural and manmade disasters and terrorist incidents. 

Emergency Management Office

Education & Training

EOC staff and volunteers attend ongoing training through courses offered by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the National Weather Service, and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). OEM staff also play a key role in educating the community through informational talks and presentations. Disaster drills and tabletop exercises are conducted periodically in partnership with organizations such as

  • IEMA
  • Illinois Department of Transportation
  • Jackson County Ambulance Service
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
  • Southern Illinois University

Accreditation & Certification

The OEM maintains annual accreditation by reviewing its Emergency Operations Plan by the IEMA. The Carbondale Emergency Operations Plan is the guiding document for all phases of disaster management. Carbondale is a "StormReady Community" certified by the National Weather Service. The designation indicates that community leaders and emergency managers have added measures to strengthen local hazardous weather operations.

Carbondale OEM is also certified as a Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador. This National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) initiative recognizes partners improving the nation's readiness, responsiveness, and resilience against extreme weather, water, and climate events.

National Incident Management System

The City of Carbondale has implemented the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The NIMS provides a consistent approach for Federal, State, and local governments to work effectively together to prepare for and respond to disasters by standardizing management processes, protocols, and procedures.

National Incident Management System
IEMA Website
National Weather Service Website
FEMA Website