Emergency Manager, Police and Security Department
Company: Suffolk University
Location: Boston
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Suffolk University is delighted to announce a career opportunity
as the Emergency Manager within the Suffolk University Police and
Security Department. The Emergency Manager has responsibility for
all aspects of emergency preparedness and emergency management at
Suffolk University at all on-campus and off-campus facilities,
owned or leased. Works with individuals at all levels of the
institution to develop and initiate campus-wide mitigation,
preparedness, response, and recovery programs that meet regulatory
guidelines, protect the university's assets, prepare the University
to deal with unforeseen disruptions to operations, and lead
recovery and normalization activities. Previous higher education
emergency management experience is strongly preferred. Suffolk
offers a generous benefits package including paid time off, free
tuition (undergraduate and graduate), retirement match, medical and
dental insurance, a hybrid work schedule, and much more!Primary
Responsibilities:Coordinate the ongoing development, maintenance,
and implementation of the Suffolk Emergency Plan (SEP) and assist
the business continuity manager with plans. Participate in
professional development to keep abreast with trends within the
emergency management community, with emphasis on higher education,
and take steps to verify the institution is planning accordingly.
Recommend emergency planning-related policies to University
leadership.Collaborate with the risk manager for purposes of
developing and implementing emergency management planning,
assisting with business continuity planning, and notification of
emergencies. Management and response to international incidents
that impact members of the University community.Create a culture of
campus-wide emergency preparedness by utilizing social media, and
departmental meetings, and keeping a visible presence on campus and
other venues as appropriate.Manage the Emergency Operations Center
when activated, serve as an incident commander, as appropriate,
during a critical international or national incident, and
coordinate the University's emergency notification system.Develop
and conduct robust emergency management training, including Study
Abroad orientation for the University. Conduct periodic drills and
amend training based on outcomes. Conduct hazard vulnerability
analysis and develop evacuation plans. Keep informed of federal,
state, and local regulations affecting emergency plans to ensure
adherence. Interact with outside agencies to coordinate emergency
support activities.Serve as the chair of the University's Incident
Support Team (IST), coordinator for the Threat Assessment Team, and
chair of the weather team. Participate on other University
committees as appropriate.Develop and/or assist with managing the
budget for emergency management.Management and response to
international incidents that impact members of the University
community.Work with the Center of International Programs (CIPS)
office to ensure the safety of students abroad.Assists in
institutional Clery Act compliance including monitoring, updating,
and implementing institutional Clery Act policies and
procedures.Requirements/Qualifications:Bachelor's degree is
required, with five or more years of relevant or similar emergency
management experienceExperience in higher education is strongly
preferredExperience in the Clery Act compliance is
preferredExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to
communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the
organization as well as outside consultants and members of local
and regional regulatory agenciesAbility to take initiative, work
independently, and follow tasks through to completionStrong
organizational and time management skills, including the ability to
meet deadlines and work under pressurePresentation preparation and
delivery skills to present in group settingsAbility to develop
programs and train groups and individualsDemonstrates ability to
lead individuals and groups in high-stress situationsStrong
leadership, interpersonal and consensus-building skills with
demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making experienceAbility
to operate 24/7 in the event of an emergency affecting the
University communityPlease see job descriptionPI183126946
Keywords: Suffolk University, Boston , Emergency Manager, Police and Security Department, Executive , Boston, Massachusetts
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