Samantha Taylor, MPA, CEM®

Samantha Taylor, MPA, CEM®, currently serves as the Director and Emergency Management Coordinator for Denton County, Texas. She was officially appointed to this position on May 21, 2024, by the Denton County Commissioners Court.34

Educational Background

Taylor is a two-time alumna of the University of North Texas, holding a Master's degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor's degree in Emergency Administration and Disaster Planning (EADP) .1

Professional Experience

Before her current role, Taylor has accumulated extensive experience in emergency management:

• Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator at Denton County (January 2023 - May 2024)
• Emergency Management Coordinator for Ellis County (April 2019 - January 2023)
• Various roles at the North Central Texas Council of Governments, including Emergency Preparedness Specialist and Program Assistant .1

Her work primarily involves project planning, stakeholder communication, and enhancing organizational processes related to emergency preparedness and response .12

Areas of Expertise

Taylor's qualifications focus on:

• Emergency Management
• Nonprofit grant writing
• Disaster preparedness and recovery efforts

She has been involved in significant projects such as developing emergency management plans and conducting training exercises for public safety agencies.14

Goals and Aspirations

Samantha Taylor aims to continue her passion for emergency management by enhancing preparedness initiatives and fostering resilience within communities .1