Director, Emergency Management

Job Summary

The Director, Emergency Management directs all activities related to the University’s all-hazard disaster planning, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts.

Florida Gulf Coast University is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive working and learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of the campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview.

At FGCU, we collectively stand against any individual or group that practices any form of racism, discrimination, intolerance, hate expressions, or disrespect. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, religious beliefs, abilities, ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, family statuses, and military backgrounds. FGCU strives to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our University stronger. The University community recognizes the importance of a diverse and inclusive institution and holds these ideals as paramount for the current and future success of the institution.

We seek colleagues who promote and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position as we believe that our University will grow and move forward through a commitment of equality for all.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Plans, develops, implements and monitors emergency management policies, programs, plans, procedures and related initiatives.
• Assists in the development and management of the department operating budget to ensure program alignment with fiscal allocation.
• Serves as primary emergency management liaison with local, State, and Federal agencies, to include the Florida Division of Emergency Management, Federal Emergency Management Agency, county and municipal emergency management agencies.
• Represents the University, as appropriate, to regulatory and government agencies, community groups and external partners and/or the public.
• Develops and implements the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP).
• Oversees the emergency and disaster preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation efforts.
• Coordinates with University units and external parties to develop, negotiate, administer and evaluate appropriate contracts and agreements, including mutual aid and memoranda of understanding.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive emergency preparedness education program.
• Conducts training and public awareness presentations University-wide.
• Develops, coordinates, implements and evaluates emergency exercises and drills.
• Manages and operates the University emergency notification systems such as FGCU Alerts, text messaging, code blue poles, siren system, Axis TV, and social media.
• Serves as essential personnel and provides assistance in the event of an emergency on campus.

Other Duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from and accredited institution in Emergency Management, Public Administrations, Business Administration, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Services, or closely related field.
• Eight years of professional full-time experience in emergency management or disaster preparedness.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Completion of or ability to complete FEMA Independent Study Courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700 and IS-800 within twelve months of employment.
• Completion of or ability to complete FEMA Professional Development Series courses IS-120, IS-230, IS-235, IS-240, IS-241, IS-242, and IS-244 within twelve months of employment.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from and accredited institution in Emergency Management, Public Administrations, Business Administration, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Services, or closely related field.
• Experience in the development and evaluation of Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP).
• Experience working with National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) protocol.
• Florida Professional Emergency Manager (FPEM) or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation.
• Completion of FEMA Emergency Management Institute courses ICS-300 and ICS-400.
• Leadership role experience within a local government or higher education emergency setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, and other written materials.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relations with colleagues, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to implement new systems and procedures and to evaluate their effectiveness.
• Ability to develop and manage a budget within fiscal allocations.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals and objectives.
• Ability to utilize data and information to make decisions and projections.
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others.
• Ability to conduct short-range and long-range project planning studies.
• Ability to differentiate emergency and non-emergency situations and address crisis and sensitive information effectively.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, guidelines, directives, policies and procedures consistently.
• Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.

Salary: $72,100 - Negotiable

FGCU is an EOE AA /F/Vet/Disability Employer.