Emergency Management Specialist

Emergency Management Specialist

Title: Emergency Management Specialist

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Emergency Management, the Emergency Management Specialist works as part of the Radford University Office of Emergency Management under Department of Public Safety team to develop and maintain emergency management programs for Radford University. Typical duties include supporting emergency plan development, conducting training, emergency exercise development and facilitation, along with program development, outreach functions and operational guidance needed for all phases of the emergency management program.

Required Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of the role of the state, local and federal governments in emergencies; emergency response programs, policies and procedures; and federal and state program regulations.

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic and diverse environment.

Dependable work ethics with the ability to fit into a team environment characterized by shared accountabilities.

Extensive use of computers to retrieve and input information.

Project planning and development experience.

Experience in policy and best practices pertaining to emergency communications.

Requires the ability to analyze all type emergency situations to determine course of action and solve problems; excellent judgment and decision-making skills.

Certified Emergency Manager certification or ability to obtain within 3 years from the date of hire.

Required: IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800.

Required: Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) license or ability to obtain within 3 years from the date of hire.

Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in creating, implementing, and coordinating emergency management planning programs for a large, diverse organization.

Experience in grant writing and management.

Demonstrated customer service experience.

Experience in creating visual presentations, instructional design and the development of training materials.

Expert knowledge of standard communication procedures and equipment; principles and practices of emergency dispatching.

Proven ability to manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred experience in using virtual emergency operations center platforms or systems.

Preferred IS-300, IS-400.

Preferred professional certifications: Virginia Professional Emergency Manager (VPEM), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Project Management Professional, and/or Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP).

Employment Conditions: Valid driver's license; position is designated as essential/emergency personnel

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position 100% telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: 8am-5pm, M-F, Weekend and Evening Hours as Needed, Travel Required

Employee Classification: Emergency Coordinator II

Department: Emergency Management

Salary: $63,000 - $73,000 (Commensurate with education and experience.)

Department Contact Name: Peter McCann

Equal Opportunity Statement

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer