Security: Emergency Preparedness & Continuity Lead

Washington State Senate; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 74,091 - 128,395; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Senate is seeking a Security – Emergency Preparedness & Safety professional to plan, coordinate, and manage emergency preparedness, response, and recovery for Senate facilities, members, staff, and visitors. This role reports to the Director of Security and ensures continuity of legislative operations during emergencies.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing security plans, coordinating with state and local partners, leading incident response, and overseeing

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in crisis management in a public safety, law enforcement or government agency
• Experience with FEMA IC/NIMS frameworks and emergency operations coordination
• Strong understanding of public sector coordination and interagency collaboration

Responsibilities

• Assist to develop, implement, and maintain emergency management and security response plans for Senate operations and facilities
• Coordinate emergency preparedness efforts across Senate offices, committees, and administrative units
• Lead response efforts during incidents affecting legislative operations, including security threats, natural disasters, and public safety emergencies
• Serve as a liaison with external partners such as State Emergency Management Division, Washington State Patrol, local law enforcement, fire services, and emergency management agencies
• Oversee incident command structure implementation in alignment with FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS)
• Coordinate and facilitate emergency drills, continuity of government (COG), and continuity of operations (COOP) exercises
• Support executive leadership and Senate administration during crisis decision-making
• Prepare after-action reports and recommend improvements to policies and procedures
• Manage emergency communication systems and notification protocols
• Proactively monitor cameras and other security systems to detect and respond to security incidents
• Perform physical security checks, walk throughs, and intrusion testing of Senate buildings and spaces
• Maintain visible and concealed security presence in Senate spaces, access points, posts, remote locations, and adjoining capitol facilities/grounds

Skills

Crisis leadership

Interagency coordination

Public safety administration

Continuity planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management or related field

Tools

FEMA IC/NIMS certifications

Job description

The Washington State Senate is seeking a Security – Emergency Preparedness & Safety professional to plan, coordinate, and manage emergency preparedness, response, and recovery for Senate facilities, members, staff, and visitors. This role reports to the Director of Security and ensures continuity of legislative operations during emergencies.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing security plans, coordinating with state and local partners, leading incident response, and overseeing