Manager Emergency Preparedness and Management

Rutland Regional Medical Center; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 60,300 - 96,250; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a Manager of Emergency Management and Preparedness to oversee all planning, direction, and communication for emergency preparedness activities. The ideal candidate must have over 5 years of experience in emergency preparedness within a large organization, including leadership roles, and be knowledgeable about cyber security and HAZMAT. This position requires excellent communication and organizational skills to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and serve as a liaison during emergencies. A Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields is required.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in large organizations' emergency preparedness, including leadership roles.
• 3 years working in a Cyber Security-related role.
• Experience in HAZMAT Decontamination and Emergency Response Team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee emergency preparedness activities and readiness.
• Ensure compliance with emergency preparedness regulatory requirements.
• Act as liaison for all emergency preparedness planning and exercise.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to develop and deliver training materials

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment

Strong organizational skills

Professional presentation skills

Proficient in Microsoft desktop applications

Knowledge of emergency management planning and education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Disaster/Emergency Management or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Manager of Emergency Management and Preparedness is accountable for the organization’s overall planning, organization, direction, coordination and evaluation of emergency preparedness activities and readiness. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: financial management, quality improvement, staff education/development, program development, and communication. The incumbent will ensure that RRMC maintains a state of preparedness for all emergencies, both physical and cyber-related, that would impact operations and the organization’s ability for RRMC to meet organizational goals and responsibilities effectively and efficiently to the communities and populations served. This individual is responsible for ensuring RRMC compliance with all emergency preparedness regulatory requirements outlined by state and federal agencies and to serve as the organization’s primary liaison with all organizations and agencies regarding actual emergency events, emergency preparedness planning and exercises.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Disaster/Emergency Management, Public Safety/Disaster Operations, Cyber Security, Public Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Work Experience

• 5 years’ experience in large organization emergency preparedness including three years in a leadership role with a proven record of emergency preparedness planning, exercise planning/execution and grant support.
• 3 years’ of experience working in a Cyber Security-related role within a non-profit organization.
• Experience in HAZMAT Decontamination and Emergency Response Team management/coordination.
• Hospital emergency preparedness experience preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Certification in disaster, hazardous materials decontamination or ICS/HICS training preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to develop and deliver training materials for employees of all levels as well as the community.
• Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate many simultaneous activities.
• Professional presentation skills.
• Proficient Microsoft desktop application skills.
• Knowledge of the planning, education and exercise requirements associated with the phases of emergency management.

Salary Range: $60,300.00 - $96,250.00