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$114K/yr
Average Salary
4 years
Years of Education
+3%
Job Growth
11K+
Total Jobs
Plan and lead responses to natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and public health emergencies. Coordinate between government agencies, first responders, and community organizations.
$68K
Starting
$114K
Average
$160K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management
Typically 4 years
Start your career
Entry-level positions and internships
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PMP (Project Management Professional)
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Field
Law & Criminal Justice
Required Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Time in School
4 years
Job Demand
10-Year Job Growth
+3%
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Pay range
$68K–$160K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
+3%
projected 2024–2034
Number of jobs
11K
in 2024
Slower than average
Below-average demand growth expected. Projected to grow from 11K to 11K jobs by 2034.
Typical duties
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Direct match. Median $86,130; 3% growth.