Campus Emergency Preparedness Lead

Virginia AG; Radford, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Radford University in Radford, VA is seeking an experienced Emergency Management Specialist to join the Office of Emergency Management under the Department of Public Safety. You will develop and oversee emergency plans, coordinate training, and lead exercises to strengthen campus readiness.

This role requires strong leadership, cross‑campus collaboration, and the ability to manage EOC operations and COOP initiatives. It supports campus safety and compliance with federal and state standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state, local, and federal emergency programs and regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Dependable team member with shared accountability.
• Extensive use of computers for data and reporting.
• Experience in policy development and best practices for emergency communications.
• Ability to analyze emergencies and exercise sound judgment; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support emergency plan development and training.
• Develop and facilitate emergency exercises at various scales.
• Coordinate COOP program development and maintenance.
• Maintain BEAP and BEC programs campus-wide.
• Provide outreach and preparedness education for students, staff, and visitors.
• Assist with after-action reports and improvement plans.
• Coordinate emergency notifications and critical communications.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies on planning efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Policy analysis

Computers

Decision making

Education

IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 certifications

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)

Virginia Professional Emergency Manager (VPEM)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP)

Job description

Radford University in Radford, VA is seeking an experienced Emergency Management Specialist to join the Office of Emergency Management under the Department of Public Safety. You will develop and oversee emergency plans, coordinate training, and lead exercises to strengthen campus readiness.

This role requires strong leadership, cross‑campus collaboration, and the ability to manage EOC operations and COOP initiatives. It supports campus safety and compliance with federal and state standards.