Campus Emergency Manager: Preparedness & Resilience

Buffalo State University; South Dakota; On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo State University is seeking an Emergency Manager to lead campus-wide emergency planning and incident management within the University Police Department. The role focuses on prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery across the university.

Responsibilities include directing the Emergency Operations Center, developing the all-hazards program, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Public Administration, or closely related field.
• 3+ years of emergency/incident management, public safety, or higher education public safety experience.
• Knowledge of general fire, police, EMS and incident management principles.
• Experience developing or supporting COOP or business continuity planning programs.
• Experience designing, conducting, or evaluating ICS/NIMS-based exercises.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead campus-wide emergency planning and incident management efforts with University Police and campus leadership.
• Activate and manage the Emergency Operations Center during incidents and planned events.
• Develop and maintain the university's all-hazards emergency management program and COOP framework.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify hazards, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate preparedness education and awareness initiatives across campus.
• Oversee CERT programs and maintain emergency resource inventories and mutual aid agreements.

Skills

Emergency Management

Public Safety

Incident Management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Buffalo State University is seeking an Emergency Manager to lead campus-wide emergency planning and incident management within the University Police Department. The role focuses on prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery across the university.

Responsibilities include directing the Emergency Operations Center, developing the all-hazards program, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies.