Emergency Management Coordinator

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is seeking an experienced emergency management professional to develop and maintain the district’s Emergency Operations Plan and campus safety plans. The role requires coordinating district-wide crisis response, training staff, and ensuring compliance with state standards.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree (or equivalent experience), 3+ years in emergency management planning, and strong communication skills for collaboration with staff, emergency services, and the

Qualifications

• Associate degree requirement with substitution of five years directly related experience.
• Three years of work experience in emergency management planning required; school district experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of emergency management procedures and SRP requirements.
• Ability to interpret NIMS, state/local documents and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains, and evaluates Emergency Operations Plans and campus safety plans.
• Coordinates district-wide crisis response planning and training.
• Oversees drills, audits, and safety compliance with TEC and TEA standards.
• Coordinates with local emergency responders and partners to enhance emergency response capabilities.
• Prepares and manages contracts, grants, and external funding related to emergency management.

Skills

Public speaking

Written communication

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

Associate degree in emergency management or related field

Job description

• Associate degree in emergency management, criminal justice, disaster management, planning or a related field required. Five years of directly related job experience may be substituted for education requirement.


• Three years of work experience in emergency management planning required. Experience in a public school system strongly preferred.


• Incident Command System Certification (100-400, 700, and 800) strongly preferred.


• Strong knowledge of Standard Response Protocol (SRP) procedures in accordance with iLoveUGuys Foundation


• Knowledge of standard methods and procedures of operating emergency and disaster plans.


• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing emergency and disaster plans.


• Knowledge of state requirements for school district emergency management and safety and security functions


• Skilled in operating standard computer equipment, hardware and software


• Possess the ability to interpret NIMS, state and local emergency management documents preferred.


• Ability to work effectively with staff, emergency services, and the public in a multicultural community.


• Strong oral and written communication and public speaking skills


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity of information.


• Ability to analyze data, create charts and graphs and write reports.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in emergency management, criminal justice, disaster management, planning or a related field required. Five years of directly related job experience may be substituted for education requirement.


• Three years of work experience in emergency management planning required. Experience in a public school system strongly preferred.


• Incident Command System Certification (100-400, 700, and 800) strongly preferred.


• Strong knowledge of Standard Response Protocol (SRP) procedures in accordance with iLoveUGuys Foundation


• Knowledge of standard methods and procedures of operating emergency and disaster plans.


• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing emergency and disaster plans.


• Knowledge of state requirements for school district emergency management and safety and security functions


• Skilled in operating standard computer equipment, hardware and software


• Possess the ability to interpret NIMS, state and local emergency management documents preferred.


• Ability to work effectively with staff, emergency services, and the public in a multicultural community.


• Strong oral and written communication and public speaking skills


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity of information.


• Ability to analyze data, create charts and graphs and write reports.

Terms Of Employment

244 Days

Salary/Paygrade

$70,687 (PA-7)

Salary (based on job-related experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.

Essential Functions

• Develops, maintains, and evaluates the district’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and campus/facility Crisis Response Plans in compliance with TEC 37.108.


• Coordinates district-wide crisis response planning efforts.


• Coordinates and delivers emergency response, safety, and security training for district employees, including substitute teachers, in compliance with TEC Sec. 37.114.


• Coordinates and evaluates mandatory drills and exercises for all campuses and non-instructional facilities in compliance with TEC Sec. 37.108 and TEC Sec. 37.114.


• Conducts campus safety and security audits in accordance with Texas School Safety Center guidelines and TEC 37.108.


• Coordinates with the Specialist to maintain accurate School Safety Liaison (SSL) rosters.


• Oversees First Responder Campus Orientation visits and the creation and distribution of first responder maps for all district facilities.


• Oversees compliance with the district’s weekly exterior door sweep requirements and TEA standards.


• Oversees the District Reunification Task Force (DRTF), including member coordination and training materials.


• Prepares Event Action Plans (EAPs) for large-scale district-hosted events utilizing appropriate FEMA IC forms.


• Coordinates Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activities during planned events, emergency response operations, and disaster recovery efforts.


• Serves as the district emergency management liaison to the Harris County Emergency Operations Center (TranStar) alongside the Director of Emergency Management.


• Coordinates with CFPD, district leadership, local emergency responders, regional school districts, and partner agencies to enhance emergency response capabilities and resource management through trainings, meetings, conferences, and collaborative planning efforts.


• Participates in regional coalitions, committees, National Weather Service distribution emails, webinars, and other emergency management coordination activities related to severe weather and disaster preparedness.


• Disseminates timely weather and emergency preparedness information to district staff.


• Develops and coordinates the district’s local hazard mitigation plan and hazardous materials/train derailment response procedures for facilities within 1,000 yards of railways.


• Partners with the Director of Emergency Management to develop and maintain inventories of disaster-related resources.


• Oversees and analyzes campus after-action reports following actual emergency incidents and assists with corrective action planning.


• Coordinates and manages the district’s emergency management internship program.


• Prepares and manages contracts, grant applications, and external funding opportunities related to emergency management and school safety initiatives.


• Participates in required reporting, presentations, and activities for the district’s School Safety and Security Committee in compliance with TEC Sec. 37.109.


• Provides consultation and technical assistance to district leadership, partner school districts, emergency managers, first responders, parents, volunteer agencies, and community stakeholders involved in emergency management efforts.


• Performs additional duties as assigned, including traffic flow studies, policy analysis, inventory management, website maintenance, and other responsibilities assigned by Police Command staff.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district wide travel, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Occasional exposure to the outdoors and noise.

Application Information

Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Deadline To Apply

Until filled

Applications will be reviewed

Not all applicants will be interviewed