Emergency Management Specialist

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Purpose:

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing programs that prepare hospitals for natural and human-made disasters. This role focuses on mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts to ensure safety, minimize risks, and maintain continuity of operations.

What you will do:

Planning & Preparedness

• Develop, update, and maintain emergency management plans, including evacuation, continuity of operations (COOP), and disaster recovery plans
• Conduct hazard vulnerability assessments and risk analyses
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to ensure coordinated preparedness efforts
• Design and implement emergency response protocols and procedures

Training & Exercises

• Develop and deliver training programs on emergency response and preparedness
• Coordinate drills and simulation exercises (e.g., tabletop, functional, full-scale exercises)
• Evaluate exercise outcomes and implement improvements

Response Coordination

• Support incident response operations during emergencies
• Serve in a role within the Incident Command System (ICS) structure
• Coordinate communication between stakeholders, first responders, and leadership
• Monitor situations and provide timely updates and recommendations

Recovery & Continuity

• Assist in post-incident recovery efforts and damage assessments
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery initiatives
• Document lessons learned and update plans accordingly

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local emergency management regulations (e.g., FEMA, DHS, OSHA)
• Maintain documentation, reports, and records related to emergency programs
• Apply for and manage grants related to emergency preparedness

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or related field
• 3-5+ years of experience in emergency management or disaster response
• Knowledge of FEMA frameworks, NIMS (National Incident Management System), and ICS
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies outside normal hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM)
• Experience with business continuity planning
• Familiarity with GIS or emergency management software systems
• Experience working with government agencies or healthcare systems

Key Competencies

• Crisis management and decision-making
• Strategic planning and risk assessment
• Communication and stakeholder coordination
• Problem-solving and adaptability
• Attention to detail and documentation

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.