Associate Director, Emergency Management - Dearborn Campus

About the role

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) at the University of Michigan-Dearborn leads all public safety functions, including police, security, and emergency management. The Associate Director of Emergency Management plays a crucial role in preparing for, protecting against, and responding to emergencies affecting the U-M community.

Responsibilities

• Promote, coordinate, and implement 'all hazards' emergency planning, preparedness, and operational resiliency at the Dearborn campus.
• Manage emergency notification and communication strategies, including the emergency alert system.
• Facilitate incident debriefs and the completion of After Action Reports (AARs).
• Oversee and manage the Dearborn campus Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate a robust training and exercise program.
• Maintain visibility on applicable policies, procedures, and regulations related to emergency management.
• Identify opportunities and capabilities for leveraging technology solutions.
• Promote division strategic priorities, goals, and core values.
• Identify, assess, and inform leadership of risks and vulnerabilities, along with recommended prevention and preparedness solutions.
• Implement appropriate problem-solving and preparedness strategies through data analysis, trends, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Partner and liaise with internal and external stakeholders and committees.
• Support the U-M Dearborn campus community in emergency situations, including activation of the campus EOC.
• Work flexible hours, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse partners in academic, research, medical, law enforcement, and business settings.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Broad experience in emergency preparedness program management, planning, coordination, mass warning and notification systems, and training and exercise design and facilitation.
• Response experience in complex emergencies and/or operational experience in an emergency operations center.
• Skilled public speaker and facilitator.
• Highly independent, capable of making decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to implement innovative solutions to complex problems through technology, partnerships, and leveraging of resources.
• Project management experience with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced security environment, where confidentiality is critical.
• Proficient in Google and MS platforms.
• Completion of ICS-100, 200, 700, and 800 within six months of employment.
• Completion of ICS-300 and 400 within one year of employment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and background working in a large university community that includes academic, research, athletic, and medical operations.
• Experience with all phases of emergency management and continuity of operations planning, including prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
• Experience in the design, facilitation, and evaluation of drills and exercises.
• Professional designations such as PEM, CEM, CBCP, CSSP, etc.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to make quick decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Google and MS platforms.
• Experience with ICS-100, 200, 700, and 800 courses.
• Experience with ICS-300 and 400 courses.

Benefits

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous time off, retirement plans, health insurance options, and tuition support. Additionally, the position requires a thorough background investigation and drug screening, as well as the ability to drive a university vehicle.

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