Emergency Management Specialist

Emergency Management Specialist Position Title: Emergency Management Specialist Location: Hanover, NH 03755, 5 Rope Ferry Road. Remote Work Eligibility: Onsite only. Scheduled Hours: 40 per week. Salary Range: $59,300 - $74,200. Position Purpose The Emergency Management Specialist, under the supervision of the Campus Emergency Manager, provides operational support and development of Dartmouth emergency preparedness and business continuity efforts. The role coordinates, plans, develops, and implements emergency preparedness/disaster response processes and procedures; attends and supports emergency preparedness sub‑committees and workgroups; networks with emergency response community partners; maintains awareness of administrators’ support needs; and helps coordinate and manage the Emergency Operations Center during actual events/emergencies. Responsibilities Contribute to the design, development, coordination, and implementation of Dartmouth’s All‑Hazards Emergency Operations and Continuity of Operations Plans and Protocols, as well as Incident Specific Plans. Assist in the development of training materials and conduct training to meet the needs of students, faculty, and staff for emergency situations. Build relationships across campus and with local, regional, state, and federal agencies to improve interdepartmental cooperation in emergency situations. Assist in the development of regular Emergency Preparedness Drills, incorporating partners where appropriate, collecting findings and preparing corrective action plans. Participate in monthly meetings of the Emergency Planning Group (EPG), quarterly meetings of the Incident Management Team (IMT), and regional and state emergency management meetings. Support Dartmouth’s compliance with the Incident Command System and National Incident Management System as recommended by DHS, FEMA, and the Department of Education, and with federal and state requirements including the Clery Act. Support the management of DartAlert, Dartmouth’s multimodal mass notification system; conduct annual tests and train authorized users; maintain notification groups, distribution lists, and message templates. Assist departments in developing their individual Emergency Plans and maintain a centralized system of Emergency Response and Continuity of Operations Plans for the entire institution. Investigate, research, and recommend best practices for emergency preparedness; track corrective actions from drills, exercises, and actual events; identify systems and operational problems, propose solutions, and build consensus. Assist in development of outreach materials to educate community members on emergency preparedness. Maintain the Office of Emergency Preparedness website and support the Department of Safety and Security website. Support procurement, stocking, and inventory of supplies and equipment needed to support emergency preparedness and response across campus. Plan, coordinate, and execute exercises to test, evaluate, and improve emergency plans; document actions in After Action Reports and Improvement Plans. Manage Dartmouth’s AED program, including placement, maintenance, reporting, and functionality after use. Provide project management support for EPG workgroups responsible for developing plans and exercises for various emergency scenarios. Prepare and present materials at local emergency preparedness meetings and represent Dartmouth at local, state, and national levels as directed. Prepare and present emergency preparedness workshops/training regularly and upon community requests. Conduct inventory, calibration, and periodic testing of necessary systems and equipment. Serve in an incident command staff position during Emergency Operations Center activations; support development of Action Plans during planned events and emergencies. Send out emergency messages via DartAlert during emergencies. Play leadership role in Emergency Operations Center activations and implement the Incident Command System to provide situational awareness or coordinate response and recovery operations. Provide first response to emergencies, performing initial assessment and evaluation of incidents; serve 24/7 on‑call to provide technical information and emergency response assistance. Prepare After Action Reports summarizing response to incidents. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience. Working knowledge of Business Continuity (continuity of operations) principles. Two years of relevant experience, or bachelor’s degree plus 2‑3 years’ experience. Well organized and able to communicate with a broad range of constituents inside and outside the institution. Knowledge of Emergency Management principles, guidance, practices, and resources, including NIMS, Incident Command System, FEMA Comprehensive Preparedness Guide, and the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program. Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community. Preferred Qualifications Direct experience in Business Continuity planning in a higher‑education environment. Prior training, certification, and experience in emergency planning and management, higher education, business continuity, risk management, and hazardous materials management. Graduate school or professional training program in emergency management or equivalent experience. Leadership and consensus building skills with operational problem‑solving and decision‑making experience. Knowledge and/or experience working with KUALI Ready. International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Associate Emergency Manager certification. Additional Information Dartmouth College is an equal‑opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all. Employment is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check. Driving a vehicle is preferred but not required. #J-18808-Ljbffr