Emergency Management Coordinator

• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the College’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), and related emergency procedures.

• Coordinate emergency preparedness training, drills, tabletop exercises, and full-scale exercises for College personnel and students.

• Support campus emergency response activities during incidents, emergencies, severe weather events, and special events.

• Maintain emergency notification procedures and assist with emergency communication systems.

• Collaborate with local, state, and federal emergency management agencies, law enforcement, fire rescue, public health, and other partners.

• Assist with hazard vulnerability assessments and campus risk assessments.

• Develop and distribute emergency preparedness education and awareness materials.

• Participate in after-action reviews and improvement planning following exercises or incidents.

• Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local emergency management regulations and standards.

• Support the College’s business continuity and disaster recovery initiatives.

• Maintain emergency supplies, resource inventories, and preparedness equipment.

• Prepare reports, records, and documentation related to emergency management activities.

• Serve on committees and attend meetings related to campus safety, preparedness, and resilience.

• Provide support during special events and other operational needs as assigned.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and stakeholders.

• Ability to respond to emergencies outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Strong technology skills and willingness to learn new software systems.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

• Five years of experience in emergency management, public safety, disaster preparedness, law enforcement, fire service, military, higher education safety, or related experience.

• Knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS).

• Experience in higher education emergency management or campus public safety.

• FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) or related FEMA certifications.

• Experience conducting emergency exercises and preparedness training.

• Knowledge of Clery Act requirements and emergency notification procedures.

• Experience with continuity planning and crisis communications.

• Knowledge of emergency management principles, practices, and procedures.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and presentations.

• Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

• Work is performed in both office and field environments.

• Will require travel between campuses and off-site locations.

• Will require standing, walking, lifting, and outdoor work during emergency operations or exercises.

• Position is designated as essential personnel during emergencies and natural disasters.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

To successfully perform this role, an employee must be able to carry out the essential functions of this job satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties of this position. Because not every job function and responsibility can be listed, there may be other additional duties required to be performed that are not specifically outlined.

Hillsborough College reserves the right to revise or modify this job description.

Hillsborough Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our applicants and employees is critical to our success as a community partner. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, and military/veteran status. 

Preference will also be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law. At time of application, submittal of Form DD214 is the minimum requirement for veterans' preference claim.  Note:  Please upload your DD214 as an attachment as part of your application at the time of submission.  

The selected candidate identified for this position will be required to successfully complete a Level II criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting.  

Hillsborough Community College participates in the US E-Verify program.

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