Emergency Planning & Response Program Lead

National Grid; Northboro (IA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is seeking a Program Manager for the Emergency Planning department in Northboro, MA. This hybrid role requires readiness to work outside normal hours and travel during emergencies.

The successful candidate will manage emergency preparedness, response, mutual assistance, and external resource relationships across New England Electric, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement of planning processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in emergency management, utility operations, contractor management, project management, resource management, or related field.
• Ability to apply and modify theories and learned concepts.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate Emergency Planning policies into processes to improve preparedness and compliance.
• Develop and maintain Electric Emergency Response Plans and Mutual Assistance Policies.
• Lead program enhancements using industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Support emergency exercises, drills, training programs, and staff preparedness.
• Coordinate with regulators, emergency management agencies, and municipal officials.

Skills

Emergency management

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder relationships

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Storm Manager

Contract management systems

Job description

National Grid is seeking a Program Manager for the Emergency Planning department in Northboro, MA. This hybrid role requires readiness to work outside normal hours and travel during emergencies.

The successful candidate will manage emergency preparedness, response, mutual assistance, and external resource relationships across New England Electric, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement of planning processes.