EHS SPEC 4

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

UCLA is seeking an experienced Assistant Director, Emergency Management to lead campus preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience initiatives. This high-impact role will oversee emergency planning, training, exercises, and EOC operations while collaborating across the university and with external partners.

With UCLA serving as Athlete Village for LA28, this position will strengthen campus readiness for major events and emerging challenges, and provide confidential operational support to

Qualifications

Expert knowledge of SEMS/NIMS/ICS with ability to direct campus-wide application and training.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, with experience managing professional staff.
Ability to work effectively in crisis situations with a calm, authoritative, and collaborative approach
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to brief senior executives.
Strong strategic planning, project management, and policy development skills.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe products, and emergency management software (e.g., , mass notification platforms, etc.).
Valid California Driver’s License and ability to drive light vehicles.
Experience in developing and facilitating emergency management trainings and exercises.

Responsibilities

Lead campus preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience initiatives across UCLA OEM.
Oversee emergency planning, training, exercises, and EOC operations.
Collaborate with campus departments and external partners to enhance readiness.
Provide confidential operational support to campus leadership during labor-related events.
Maintain compliance with UC systemwide policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

SEMS/NIMS/ICS expertise

Leadership experience

Crisis management

Communication skills

Strategic planning

MS Office & emergency software

CA driver’s license

Emergency training development

Education

CA driver’s license (Class C)

FEMA/EMI MEPP certification

IAEM/CEM credential (Preferred)

Tools

Emergency management software

Mass notification platforms

Job description

Department Summary

The UCLA Office of Emergency Management (OEM), within the Office of Campus and Community Safety, leads the university’s efforts to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the impacts of emergencies and disasters affecting the campus community. OEM works collaboratively across departments to develop emergency plans, conduct training and exercises, enhance campus readiness, and ensure compliance with University of California systemwide policies and federal, state, and local regulations. As UCLA continues to grow in complexity—including serving as the designated Athlete Village for the LA28 Olympics and Paralympics—OEM plays a vital role in building a culture of preparedness and resilience across the university.

Position Summary

With UCLA serving as an Athlete Village for LA28, this position will help strengthen campus readiness for major events and emerging challenges. The role also provides critical, confidential operational support to campus leadership and Employee & Labor Relations during labor-related events.

Join UCLA and help build a safer, more prepared campus community.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

Expert knowledge of SEMS/NIMS/ICS with ability to direct campus-wide application and training. (Required)

Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, with experience managing professional staff. (Required)

Ability to work effectively in crisis situations with a calm, authoritative, and collaborative approach (Required)

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to brief senior executives. (Required)

Strong strategic planning, project management, and policy development skills. (Required)

Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe products, and emergency management software (e.g., , mass notification platforms, etc.). (Required)

Valid California Driver’s License and ability to drive light vehicles. (Required)

Experience in developing and facilitating emergency management trainings and exercises. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

Possession of a valid California Driver's License and the ability todrive a truck or other light vehicle. (Required)

Completion or certification from FEMA/EMI in the Master ExercisePractitioner Program (MEPP) (Preferred)

Possession of a current Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) orCertified Emergency Manager (CEM) credential issued by theInternational Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM). (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.