Associate Director, Emergency Readiness & Training

Saint Joseph's University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s University is seeking an Associate Director of Training and Emergency Management to lead university-wide emergency management programs and coordinate plans, procedures, and processes. This role acts as the primary liaison with campus, local, county, state, and federal officials and maintains the campus Emergency Operations Center.

The position involves developing and implementing emergency plans, ensuring FEMA funding eligibility, and overseeing grants acquisition and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in emergency management, public administration, or a related field is required or preferred.
• Eight years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required.
• Strong technical background and training to develop, plan, implement, and monitor in this area.
• Knowledge of institutional emergency management principles, procedures, and standards.
• Ability to supervise and train employees and foster a cooperative environment.
• Experience with video surveillance and campus life safety systems.
• Knowledge of grant application processes and federal/state funding programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead university-wide emergency management programs and coordinate plans, procedures, and processes.
• Serve as primary liaison with campus, local, state, and federal officials.
• Maintain the campus Emergency Operations Center and ensure FEMA funding eligibility.
• Develop and communicate emergency plans through presentations and various channels.
• Manage grant acquisition and administration with federal, state, and local sponsors.
• Oversee budgeting, contracts, RFPs, and procurement for safety systems.
• Coordinate complex projects and provide operational guidance to staff.

Skills

Emergency management

Policy development

Hazard mitigation

Training & staff development

Interagency liaison

Project management

Public speaking

Grants management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, or related field

Job description

Saint Joseph’s University is seeking an Associate Director of Training and Emergency Management to lead university-wide emergency management programs and coordinate plans, procedures, and processes. This role acts as the primary liaison with campus, local, county, state, and federal officials and maintains the campus Emergency Operations Center.

The position involves developing and implementing emergency plans, ensuring FEMA funding eligibility, and overseeing grants acquisition and