Housing Emergency Preparedness Trainer

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is seeking a Training & Exercise Specialist to bolster emergency preparedness across its EMSD. You will develop and deliver trainings, coordinate exercises, and create educational materials for staff and residents.

Work with internal departments, resident leadership, and external partners to promote a culture of preparedness and ensure readiness during incidents. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus six years of related experience OR
• Bachelor's degree plus two years of related experience OR
• Master's degree plus one year of related experience OR
• Education/experience equivalent to above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver emergency preparedness training programs, exercises, and educational initiatives for NYCHA staff and residents.
• Create and maintain training materials, presentations, job aids, outreach materials, and preparedness resources.
• Coordinate preparedness training, workshops, exercises, and outreach with NYCHA departments, Resident Associations, Community Centers, and external partners.
• Support public outreach and community preparedness initiatives to increase resident awareness and resilience.
• Evaluate training, exercise, and outreach activities and assist with After-Action Reports and Improvement Plans.
• Maintain program records, compliance requirements, and prepare reports and status updates.

Skills

Emergency preparedness

Training program development

Exercise coordination

Educational materials

Public outreach

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Education/experience equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is seeking a Training & Exercise Specialist to bolster emergency preparedness across its EMSD. You will develop and deliver trainings, coordinate exercises, and create educational materials for staff and residents.

Work with internal departments, resident leadership, and external partners to promote a culture of preparedness and ensure readiness during incidents. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.