Senior Emergency Preparedness Training Program Lead

GP Strategies Government Solutions; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GP Strategies Government Solutions is seeking an experienced Emergency Preparedness Training Program/Project Manager to lead a large-scale training delivery program supporting first responders and emergency management professionals from across the United States.

This leadership role oversees day-to-day execution of a complex training program, providing operational leadership, workforce management, and customer engagement to ensure effective delivery of training activities in a mission-critical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 4+ years managing and supervising program operations.
• Experience leading large teams in dynamic environments.
• Experience interfacing with government customers and senior leaders.
• Knowledge of NIMS/ICS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management and operational oversight of a comprehensive emergency preparedness training program.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a workforce of personnel supporting program execution.
• Serve as the primary interface with government representatives and key stakeholders.
• Ensure successful planning, coordination, execution, and continuous improvement of training and exercise activities.
• Oversee program schedules, staffing, performance metrics, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
• Manage program resources to ensure efficient and effective delivery of training services.
• Support training programs focused on Mass Casualty Response, Natural Disaster Response, CBRNE, and Terrorism Preparedness and Response.
• Foster collaboration among instructors, subject matter experts, operations personnel, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
• Support realistic emergency response exercises and preparedness activities.
• Develop and maintain positive customer relationships and promote mission success.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Emergency management

Communication

Team leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management

Job description

GP Strategies Government Solutions is seeking an experienced Emergency Preparedness Training Program/Project Manager to lead a large-scale training delivery program supporting first responders and emergency management professionals from across the United States.

This leadership role oversees day-to-day execution of a complex training program, providing operational leadership, workforce management, and customer engagement to ensure effective delivery of training activities in a mission-critical