Head of Utah Site, Emergency Management and Security

About the role

The Emergency Management and Security Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating the organization’s all-hazard emergency management program and physical security strategies. This position proactively plans for natural, technological, and man-made disasters, while ensuring daily operational security, risk mitigation, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, update, and maintain comprehensive Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs), Business Continuity Plans (BCP), and evacuation procedures.
• Monitor on-site security surveillance, access control systems, and conduct risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities.
• Organize, conduct, and evaluate regular emergency drills (e.g., chemical spill, radiological release, active shooter, fire, natural disasters) and training sessions for staff and first responders.
• Serve as a primary point of contact during emergencies, coordinating with local law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services.
• Manage notification systems and emergency communication networks to ensure rapid, accurate information dissemination during a crisis.
• Ensure all safety plans adhere to federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, FEMA, DOE, NIMS).
• Lead post-incident evaluations to analyze response effectiveness and recommend improvements to procedures.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: A minimum of 2-5 years of direct experience in emergency management, security, law enforcement, or fire services.
• Certifications: Incident Command System (ICS) Certification (100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800) strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiarity with emergency management and security software.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).