Emergency Preparedness Manager

Mark McInerney serves as the Emergency Preparedness Manager for the City of Takoma Park, collaborating with residents, city, county, and state departments, as well as the private sector. His role focuses on ensuring Takoma Park possesses comprehensive plans, resources, and procedures essential for disaster preparedness and recovery.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. McInerney distinguished himself as the Program Manager for DC Health’s Contact Trace Force. In this capacity, he oversaw operations for a team of over 300 investigation staff, formulated performance metrics, and authored operational protocols, outreach scripts, and vaccine enrollment policies.

Previously, as a DHS contractor, Mr. McInerney provided critical on-site support to FEMA’s National Preparedness Directorate. His responsibilities included analyzing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) training and exercise policies, developing curricula, and producing influential Federal and State Preparedness Reports for FEMA and Congressional leadership.

Mark McInerney’s career spans diverse sectors, encompassing roles in correctional and pre-trial case management, community organizing, and justice-focused consulting and client services. He is also the proprietor of The Brookland Dog Walking Company, a successful small business he established in Washington, DC, in 2011.

Mr. McInerney holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Marquette University and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University. His academic background and professional experiences reflect his commitment to public service and emergency management excellence.

Contact:

MarkM@takomaparkmd.gov

301-891-7126