Coordinator - Emergency Preparedness and Training

South Texas College

McAllen, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Auditing, CPR Certification, Construction Safety, Database Administration, Defibrillator, Educational Accreditation, Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Response, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, First Aid, Higher Education, Operational Improvement, Organizational Skills, Procedure Development, Public Safety, Record Keeping, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
McAllen, Texas
POSTED
2 days ago
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Job Description

Department: Campus Police

General Statement of Job

The Coordinator of Emergency Preparedness and Training supports the College's emergency preparedness program by assisting in the development, implementation, and coordination of emergency planning, training, and response initiatives. The position delivers emergency preparedness training, promotes campus safety and regulatory compliance, and supports the College's emergency notification and response programs. The coordinator also assists with Clery Act compliance, emergency management activities, and other public safety initiatives to help ensure a safe and secure learning and working environment for the South Texas College community.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

  • Coordinates and conducts emergency preparedness training for faculty, staff, and students.
  • Conducts periodic safety audits and building evacuation drills in accordance with Texas state law.
  • Coordinates the administration and maintenance of the College's mass notification system.
  • Oversees the College's Building Responder Program.
  • Coordinates and provides training in active shooter response, bomb threat procedures, fire extinguisher use, CPR, AED, and first aid.
  • Coordinates and participates in emergency preparedness exercises, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews.
  • Coordinates emergency preparedness activities with campus departments to improve operational readiness.
  • Maintains records of emergency preparedness training, drills, inspections, certifications, and compliance activities.
  • Coordinates the installation, inspection, maintenance, and replacement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and evacuation chairs throughout the College.
  • Maintains emergency preparedness equipment and supplies and coordinates inspections and replacement as needed.
  • Assists with issuing Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications in accordance with the Clery Act under the direction and approval of the Chief of Police for Department of Public Safety.
  • Assists with the development, implementation, and review of emergency preparedness procedures.
  • Assists in developing emergency response procedures, continuity planning, and departmental emergency action plans.
  • Manages departmental databases of all police and emergency preparedness equipment and helps ensure that all equipment is properly maintained.
  • Coordinates the inventory, distribution, and replenishment of first aid supplies for the College.
  • Participates in campus and community events that promote emergency preparedness, public safety, and South Texas College.
  • Assists with the administration of the College's lost and found property program.
  • Travels throughout the college district, as needed.
  • Serves as Campus Security Authority.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
  • At least two (2) years of experience in safety or emergency management required.

Required Knowl

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