Director of Emergency Management

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rAbout 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 universitys 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 universitys 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.

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that
includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time
off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available,
please visit:
[https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits](https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5648387&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits/overview/)

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university
actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and
cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The
University is dedicated to promoting the [Principles of
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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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for K-States guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work
arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work
arrangements and are subject to review.

What Youll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

– Five to 10 years of relative experience
– Bachelors Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

– Masters 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:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at
the time o