Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities)

Hagerty Consulting, Inc. (Hagerty) is the nation's leading emergency management and homeland security consulting firm. Known for its public spirit, innovative thinking, problem-solving, and exceptional people, Hagerty is sought after to work on some of the largest and most complex crisis and emergency management issues. We serve our clients across the nation to enhance their preparedness programs; create more resilient and sustainable communities; provide innovative solutions to enhance their response; and obtain and manage grants and loans to support their recovery.

The Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) will support clients in navigating the complexities of energy and critical infrastructure resilience. A successful candidate will have demonstrated utility experience in emergency preparedness and response, understanding both the operational realities of utility response and restoration and the rigorous requirements of emergency management. You will serve as an advisor to clients, offering hands-on support with translating emergency management principles into actionable solutions through a utility-specific lens.

This posting is being used to build a talent pipeline for potential future openings across our firm. This opportunity is open to Independent Contractors (1099) only at this time; as such, a valid Employer Identification Number (EIN) will be required in order to be considered for this opportunity.

Responsibilities for the Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) Include:

• Operational Emergency Management: Act as an advisor for a range of clients, including state and local governments and public and private utilities, across all phases of the emergency management cycle, providing hands-on support and guidance.
• Utility & Restoration Strategy: Guide clients through challenges involving but not limited to storm restoration planning, transmission and distribution operations, complex mutual aid coordination, and utility-specific response structures to ensure rapid, efficient response after utility disruptions.
• Regulatory & Compliance Oversight: Manage reviews of technical requirements for regulatory reporting, ensuring that utility actions meet state and federal reporting standards.
• Infrastructure Resiliency Planning: Assist with the development of Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) plans and other proactive mitigation strategies tailored to local operational constraints.
• Executive Facilitation & Training: Help with the design, facilitation, and evaluation of high-stakes exercises for operational staff and/or senior leadership, translating operational lessons into action items and growth strategies.

Qualifications for the Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) Include:

• 5-10+ years of experience leading energy or critical infrastructure organizations and/or clients through large-scale disaster response (e.g., hurricanes, wildfires, ice storms, or major power disruptions).
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of electric operations, ideally regarding transmission and distribution systems and storm restoration logistics.
• Proven experience with the national mutual aid process.
• Exceptional client-facing skills with the ability to influence and lead at a senior level.
• Active Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP) certification or advanced emergency management/exercise credentials preferred.

Compensation for the Independent Contractor, Emergency Operations (Energy & Utilities) Include:

• Salary range of $75-$200/hr. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, location, travel requirements, and other business and organizational needs.

Hagerty Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity/national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status, characteristic or condition protected by local, state, or federal law. We promote equal opportunity in all our employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

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