Systemwide Emergency Planning & Security Leader

Cityandcountyofsanfrancisco1; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

San Francisco Public Library seeks a lead professional to develop, implement, and sustain the systemwide emergency planning and security program. The role provides expert guidance, independent judgment, and cross‑department coordination to protect 30 facilities, staff, and patrons during emergencies.

Key duties include updating EOP/COOP, assessing security, coordinating with City agencies (DEM, SFPD, SFFD, Public Works, DT), and leading training/exercises while ensuring governance and compliance

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 4 years of professional experience in public safety, law enforcement, emergency operations, or emergency planning.
• NIMS training compliant ICS training within six months of employment.
• Valid California driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, updates, and standardizes systemwide emergency plans and procedures (EOP/COOP).
• Evaluates security systems and coordinates with facilities for upgrades and capital planning.
• Leads staff training, exercises, and after‑action reviews to embed lessons learned.
• Maintains governance, documentation, and compliance for SFPL’s emergency framework.

Skills

Emergency planning

Security management

Training & exercises

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

San Francisco Public Library seeks a lead professional to develop, implement, and sustain the systemwide emergency planning and security program. The role provides expert guidance, independent judgment, and cross‑department coordination to protect 30 facilities, staff, and patrons during emergencies.

Key duties include updating EOP/COOP, assessing security, coordinating with City agencies (DEM, SFPD, SFFD, Public Works, DT), and leading training/exercises while ensuring governance and compliance