Emergency Preparedness Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the university’s comprehensive emergency management and preparedness program.
• Develop, implement, and maintain institutional emergency management plans, including preparedness, response, and recovery strategies.
• Advise university leadership during emergencies and critical incidents to provide situational awareness and planning support.
• Direct the operational readiness of the university Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
• Coordinate with campus departments to develop and maintain business continuity plans.
• Design and conduct tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises to evaluate response capabilities.
• Lead the development of after-action reports and implement corrective action plans following incidents or exercises.
• Oversee safety planning for major campus events, including the development of Incident Action Plans (IAPs).
• Collaborate with external emergency management agencies and public safety partners to strengthen campus resilience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in emergency management, law enforcement, or a related field.
• Completion of FEMA courses: ICS 100, 200, 363, 700, 800, and 907.
• Ability to obtain FEMA Professional Development Series, First Aid, and CPR/AED certification within 12 months of employment.
• Current Ohio Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis, including after-hours, evenings, and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• Familiarity with law enforcement and emergency services.
• Proficiency in using emergency management software and technologies.
• Experience developing, implementing, and presenting professional training programs.

About the Company

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to maintaining a safe and resilient campus environment for students, faculty, and staff.