Associate Director, Emergency Management

Virginia Department of Emergency Management; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental, Vision & Life insurance

Long-term disability

Tuition Support Program

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking an Associate Director of Emergency Management to lead all-hazards emergency planning for the Dearborn campus, with assignments to Ann Arbor and Flint as needed. The role focuses on strengthening partnerships, coordinating preparedness across units, and guiding incident response in collaboration with local, state, and federal partners.

This senior position requires driving a university vehicle, a thorough background check, and a proactive, data-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, or related field.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse partners in academic, research, law enforcement, and business settings.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Broad experience in emergency preparedness program management, planning, coordination, and training design.
• Experience in operating an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and complex emergencies.
• Public speaking and facilitation skills; independent decision making in dynamic environments.
• Proficiency with Google and MS platforms; readiness to complete IC courses.

Responsibilities

• Promote, coordinate, and implement all-hazards emergency planning and preparedness across the Dearborn campus.
• Maintain and develop EOP, Hazard Mitigation, and COOP plans; oversee EOC operations.
• Coordinate training and exercise programs; monitor policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Leverage technology and data analysis to improve prevention and preparedness capabilities.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders; support leadership with risk assessments and plans.
• Available for emergency support and campus EOC activation; work non-traditional hours as needed.

Skills

Emergency Management

Program Management

Public Speaking

Communication

Project Management

Risk Analysis

Leadership

Policy Compliance

Data Analysis

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Who We Are

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) leads all public safety functions within the university, including police, security, and emergency management, and offers an integrated approach to safety and security, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. DPSS combines Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint operations to provide students, visitors, faculty, and staff with a safe and secure environment. Through our partnerships across the university and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, we use a blended service model to meet the needs of our community and exceed expectations.

Job Summary

Emergency Management is a key department within DPSS. It serves the U-M community by preparing for, protecting against, and responding to a wide range of emergencies that could affect our people, operations, and environment. The Associate Director of Emergency Management reports directly to the Director of Emergency Management and is responsible for facilitating partnerships and coordinating emergency planning and preparedness efforts with internal U-M units as well as local, state, and federal partners. The Associate Director, in collaboration with the DPSS emergency management team, assists in supporting and coordinating a comprehensive all-hazards approach within the U-M Dearborn campus community.

The primary location for this position is the Dearborn campus; however, assignments to the Ann Arbor and Flint campuses will occur as needed. This position will work closely with the U-M Dearborn Chief of Police with a focus on protecting and serving the U-M Dearborn campus community. The Associate Director is responsible for maintaining strategic partnerships both internally and externally and will be expected to engage regularly with faculty, staff, community members, and external partners to further enhance protection, prevention, and preparedness efforts.

This position requires the candidate to successfully pass a thorough background investigation and drug screening. The position requires driving a university vehicle, so the candidate must have a valid driver's license and a driving record of fewer than 6 points.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for promoting, coordinating, and implementing 'all hazards' emergency planning, preparedness, and operational resiliency at the Dearborn campus as well as providing subject matter expertise, support, and guidance to university units.

• This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Prevention, including risk assessment and analysis;
  • Preparedness, including the development and management of projects, programs, plans and procedures;
  • Response, including coordination, liaising and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activation;
  • Recovery, including physical, fiscal and operational;
  • Mitigation, including hazard vulnerability analysis and resource planning; and
  • Program coordination across the enterprise, maintaining a uniform, integrated approach.
• Maintain the Dearborn campus Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Hazard Mitigation Plan, and Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP).
• Manage emergency notification and communication strategies for the Dearborn campus to include the emergency alert system, plans, policies, and procedures.
• Facilitate incident debriefs and the completion of After Action Reports (AARs) as appropriate.
• Oversee and manage the Dearborn campus EOC.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate a robust training and exercise program.
• Maintain visibility on applicable policies, procedures, and regulations related to emergency management.
• Identify opportunities and capabilities for leveraging technology solutions.
• Promote division strategic priorities, goals, and core values.
• Identify, assess, and inform leadership of risks and vulnerabilities, along with recommended prevention and preparedness solutions.
• Implement appropriate problem-solving and preparedness strategies through data analysis, trends, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Partner and liaise with internal and external stakeholders and committees.
• In the event of an emergency, this position will be expected to be available for support, including activation of the campus EOC.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional business hours, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse partners in academic, research, medical, law enforcement, and business settings.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Broad experience in emergency preparedness program management, planning, coordination, mass warning and notification systems, and training and exercise design and facilitation.
• Response experience in complex emergencies and/or operational experience in an emergency operations center.
• Skilled public speaker and facilitator.
• Must be highly independent, capable of making decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to implement innovative solutions to complex problems through technology, partnerships, and leveraging of resources.
• Ability to analyze a wide array of issues and translate them into clear and concise plans and/or reports.
• Project management experience with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced security environment, where confidentiality is critical.
• Proficient in Google and MS platforms.
• Completion of ICs-100, 200, 700, 800 within six months of employment.
• Completion of ICs-300 and 400 within one year of employment.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge and background working in a large university community that includes academic, research, athletic, and medical operations.
• Background in emergency management and continuity of operations planning and coordination within a large complex organization.
• Experience with all phases of emergency management and continuity of operations planning, including prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
• Completion of Federal Emergency Management Agency - National Incident Management System courses.
• Experience in the design, facilitation, and evaluation of drills and exercises.
• Professional designations such as PEM, CEM, CBCP, CSSP, etc.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include

• Generous time off including parental leave
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance including "Other Qualified Adult" coverage
• Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Tuition Support Program
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Modes of Work

Positions eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Given reporting requirements during emergencies, critical incidents, or high-profile events, this position is classified as onsite. Some remote work is allowed as conditions allow.

Additional Information

All members of the Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) are considered Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) under The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. As such, you are required to report Clery reportable offences that come to your attention. DPSS employees are required to complete Clery Compliance Training within the first 14 days of employment and annually thereafter.