Senior Emergency Manager

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2021-2022
Position Title
Senior Emergency Manager
Classification Title
Senior Staff Associate
Department
Environment, Health and Safety
Posting Number
P220080
Posting LinkEmployer
State
Position Type

Professional Appointment Term
Term
Salary Grade
SL5
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/33633


Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Senior Emergency Planning Coordinator oversees and coordinates all planning, communication, training and operation management to university-wide incident and emergency preparedness programs and initiatives. Direct campus-wide University incident/emergency planning and business continuity programs, including: the strategic planning, development and revision of incident/emergency preparedness, disaster recovery and business continuity documentation and policies, and implementation and training associated with such policies.

Provide incident/emergency preparedness information, consultation and training to the campus community; planning and assessment of responses to disasters and other emergencies and recommendations for improvements. Lead the campus incident/management teams through the phases of emergency management. Work with city, state and national agencies to coordinate plans and procedures and programs.

Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide direction and leadership to the University administration for incident/emergency management.
• Coordinate communication through the Vice President of Finance and Administration to ensure that senior administration is informed of incidents affecting normal university operations.
• Develop, coordinate and execute incident/emergency response training.
• Coordinate university-wide incident and emergency response teams. Respond to significant incidents where emergency management is required.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Emergency Management, or related field.
• Five years’ experience in emergencyincident planning at a university, industrial complex, or at a government agency level. A Master’s degree in the above fields may be substituted for two years of the required experience.
• Knowledge of general fire, police, EMS, and incident management principles and practices is required.
• Experience in the use of Federal Emergency Management programs related to emergency disaster planning, response, mitigation and recovery strategies; and the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System mandated by Homeland Security is desirable.
• Excellent communication, presentation and computer skills required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals to secure and/or provide information to clarify situations, resolve problems, and negotiate services and/or agreements
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of institutional incidentemergency management principles, procedures, and standards
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local agencies, systems, regulations, and guidelines related to incidentemergency management
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and workshops
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Experience in conducting hazard or business continuity assessments, and writing emergencyincident plans
• Experience in supervision of staff
• Experience in grant writing and grant management
• Working knowledge of computer systems, database and spreadsheet management, Microsoft Office products, and web-based business practices

Physical Demands

Salary Range
Competitive
Type
Full-Time
Campus
All Campuses
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Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes
Background Check Notification
Employment in this position will be contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and University at Buffalo policies, including the completion of a criminal history check.


Contact Information

Contact's Name
Joseph Raab
Contact's Title
EH&S Director
Contact's Email
jtraab@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-829- 5818


Posting Dates

Posted
03/03/2022
Deadline for Internal Applicants
03/03/2023
Deadline for External Applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled



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3
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