Director of Emergency Management

About This Role:

The Director is responsible for establishing and leading the newly created Emergency Management Department. This position aims to cultivate a university-wide culture of preparedness and resilience, ensuring alignment with nationally recognized standards.

Duties/Responsibilities

Emergency Management Leadership

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive university-wide emergency management policies, procedures, and practices.
• Administer the university's emergency communication systems, including text and email alerts, outdoor and indoor alert systems, in collaboration with the Division of Communication and Marketing, University Police, Facilities, and other stakeholders.
• Provide subject matter expertise and support to the NABC in fulfilling its mission.
• Manage the digital presence of the Emergency Management Department, ensuring effective communication and information dissemination.
• Liaise with local, state, and federal emergency management partners to ensure effective coordination and collaboration.
• Provide real-time expertise on emergency operations including inclement weather, campus disruptions, and other occurrences outside of normal operations.

Preparedness and Training

• Develop and deliver training initiatives and programs for the university community to enhance emergency preparedness and resilience.
• Assist colleges and departments in creating and maintaining their emergency action plans and continuity of operations plans.
• Develop and manage the University Building Emergency Coordinator Program.
• Conduct routine table-top, functional, and full-scale exercises with university and external partners to test and improve emergency response capabilities.

Supervision and Collaboration

• Serve as the director of the university's emergency operations center during activations and support the activation of operations centers for K-State Athletics and other special events.
• Collaborate closely with other departments within the Risk and Safety Division, including Police, Environmental Health and Safety, and Risk and Compliance, to develop and coordinate comprehensive emergency responses on campus.
• Liaise with local, state, and federal emergency management partners to ensure effective coordination and collaboration.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

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What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five to 10 years of relative experience
• Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or PhD
• Proven experience in emergency management, including policy development, planning, and response coordination.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a culture of preparedness and resilience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with various university departments and external partners.
• Knowledge of nationally recognized emergency management standards and best practices.
• Ability to manage and administer emergency communication systems.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs.
• Familiarity with continuity of operations planning and emergency action plans.
• Proficiency in conducting emergency exercises and drills.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.

Other Requirements:

• Certified Emergency Management certificate

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Three (3) References
3. Resume

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$90,000 - $120,000