State Coordinating Officer 1 (SCO)
State Coordinating Officer 1 (SCO) : "The SCO plays a critical role in managing the State response and recovery operations following Stafford Act declarations. The Governor of the affected State appoints the SCO, and lines of authority flow from the Governor to the SCO, following the State's policies and laws. For certain anticipated events in which a Stafford Act declaration is expected, such as an approaching hurricane, the Secretary of Homeland Security or the FEMA Administrator may pre-designate one or more Federal officials to coordinate with the SCO to determine resources and actions that will likely be required, and begin pre-deployment of assets. The specific roles and responsibilities of the SCO include: Serve as the primary representative of the Governor for the affected State or locality with the RRCC or within the JFO once it is established. Work with the Federal Coordinating Officer to formulate State requirements, including those that are beyond State capability, and set priorities for employment of Federal resources provided to the State. Ensure coordination of resources provided to the State via mutual aid and assistance compacts. Provide a linkage to local government. Serve in the Unified Coordination Group in the JFO". (DHS, NRF Comment Draft, September 2007, p. 50)
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