Based on CIMS protocol, OEM's responsibilities lie in four areas.

ON-SCENE COORDINATION

• Ensure that a CIMS command structure is in place
• Ensure that interoperable communications are in use
• Coordinate release distribution of all resources
• Relay on-scene information to the EOC and the Mayor
• Support logistics and communications needs
• Facilitate transition of command and resolution of interagency differences
• In complex incidents where the lead agency is unclear, OEM identifies appropriate lead or leads

EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER

• Activate the City's EOC in response to citywide or large-scale emergencies or events to centralize decision making, information sharing, and resource allocation.

AFTER-ACTION REVIEW

• Organize and lead after-action reviews for incidents, if requested by a participating agency

CIMS IMPLEMENTATION

• Issue, update and maintain the CIMS protocol to ensure consistency with the National Incident Management System
• Establish and maintain a CIMS training curriculum for use by all City agencies