Emergency Management Program Manager

About the role

Day & Zimmermann’s SOC division provides integrated security and protection solutions for high‑threat environments worldwide. The Emergency Management Program Manager (EMPM) will develop, implement, and continuously improve the Emergency Preparedness Management Program for Department of Energy (DOE) facilities, ensuring the protective force can respond effectively to operational interruptions and emergencies. The position requires a security clearance, U.S. or naturalized citizenship, and will be located on‑site in the Washington, DC area or Germantown, MD.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Emergency Preparedness Management Program for DOE facilities.
• Assess risks, current conditions, DOE Orders, and guidelines to prioritize and refine emergency plans.
• Prepare and deliver training curriculum to all DOE employees, personnel, and visitors.
• Participate in establishing an Emergency Management (EM) Program for DOE Headquarters facilities in the National Capital Region, defining organizational roles and responsibilities.
• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the DOE Federal Agent serving as Emergency Management Program Manager.
• Update plans, procedures, protocols, and associated appendices/attachments to reflect evolving emergency actions.
• Maintain compliance with DOE Q access authorization requirements and related security clearances.

Skills

• Expert‑level knowledge of emergency management at Federal facilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Internet Explorer).
• Ability to define training requirements and develop plans, policies, and procedures.
• Expertise in emergency planning, analysis, reporting, and curriculum development.
• Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills.
• Effective leadership and decision‑making abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Six (6) years of relevant experience providing advice and assistance to management in personnel management, planning, analysis, and reporting in a security‑related field.
• Four (4) years of experience in emergency management at a federal facility, including development of emergency management plans, training plans, and delivery of emergency management training.
• FEMA Emergency Management Institute Independent Study coursework, including IS‑100.C, IS‑230.D, IS‑700.B, IS‑120.C, IS‑907, IS‑800.C, and IS‑235.C.
• DOE‑approved (or equivalent) Emergency Management Certification.
• Current DOE Q access authorization or equivalent clearance (e.g., Top Secret) meeting Single Scope Background Investigation requirements, or eligibility for obtaining such authorization.
• U.S. or naturalized citizenship.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, and other paid time off.
• Voluntary benefits and discount programs, including pet insurance.

Pay

Hourly pay range: $175,000 – $225,000 (subject to final offer based on experience, location, and other factors).