Office of Emergency Management

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About the Office of Emergency Management

The Gwinnett County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is a civilian unit within the Gwinnett County Police Department responsible for coordinating a comprehensive emergency management program. Staffed by dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, OEM supports the community and all Gwinnett County departments through emergency and disaster planning, incident coordination, hazard mitigation, and recovery assistance following emergencies or disasters.

OEM serves as the primary coordination point for emergency management activities and works collaboratively with Gwinnett County departments, local municipalities, government agencies, and private and nonprofit partners to strengthen preparedness, enhance response capabilities, and build a more resilient community.

A Standard of Excellence

We don't just plan for emergencies; we hold ourselves to the highest standard in the nation.

On June 8, 2020, the Gwinnett County Office of Emergency Management received accreditation through the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP), becoming the first county emergency management program in the state of Georgia to achieve this recognition.

This accreditation demonstrates OEM’s commitment to meeting nationally recognized standards and maintaining excellence in emergency management. Gwinnett County OEM successfully renewed its accreditation on March 25, 2026.

Vision, Mission, and Values

Vision Statement:

The Vision of the Office of Emergency Management is to encourage and foster a Disaster Resistant Community.

Mission Statement:

The Mission of the Office of Emergency Management is to administer a community wide comprehensive emergency management program in partnership with all departments, agencies, operating units, administration and neighboring jurisdictions to save lives, protect property and safeguard the environment.

Values Statement:

Commitment: We are dedicated to constantly improving our emergency management program to meet the highest standards and ensure the safety of our community.
Collaboration: We believe in working closely with all stakeholders, including government agencies, cities, and private/nonprofit partners, to achieve our goals together.
Integrity: We uphold high ethical standards in all our actions, ensuring transparency, accountability, and trust in our operations.
Excellence: We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work, from planning and preparedness to response and recovery efforts, to provide the best service possible to the residents and visitors of Gwinnett County.