Southern California HERC

Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for the position of Emergency Management Coordinator. Reporting to the Chief of Police, the Emergency Management Coordinator serves the University by managing emergency response programs in collaboration with our partners and internal/ external stakeholders. The Coordinator establishes policies and procedures, provides training and education, conducts risk assessments, facilitates emergency management, implements preventative actions and ensures continuous improvement of the health and safety programs for the University's students, faculty, staff and visitors. This position provides leadership in supervision, performance evaluation, coaching, guidance and encouragement to the department while ensuring a strong level of commitment to the University and divisional mission.

The Coordinator ensures that the University is prepared for any and all types of emergency events. They also manages Risk Management, Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials, Lab Safety, and Radiation. Reporting to the Chief of Police, the Director of Emergency Management serves the University by managing emergency response programs in collaboration with our partners and internal/ external stakeholders. The Director establishes policies and procedures, provides training and education, conducts risk assessments, facilitates emergency management, implements preventative actions and ensures continuous improvement of the health and safety programs for the University's students, faculty, staff and visitors. AA/EOE

· Extensive training, education and experience in emergency planning, public administration, public safety, criminal justice or business management.

· Demonstrated experience in emergency management.

· Strong and proven communication skills, both oral and written.

· Demonstrated managerial experience and the ability to work as part of a cooperative team.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate with faculty and staff at all levels of education.

· Ability to pass Criminal Justice Information Security training, within 60-days of hiring.

· Masters degree in emergency planning, public administration, public safety, criminal justice or business management.

· Certified Emergency Manager through the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM), Professional Emergency Manager through the New Orleans Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) or similar certification strongly preferred. Time allotment for obtaining certification will be considered depending on other qualifications.

· Experience in higher education is preferred.

· Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidelines related to emergency management, risk management, and environmental health and safety.