A cover letter is required in order to be considered for this position. It must be attached as the first page of your resume, and should highlight your skills and experience that directly relate to the U-M Dearborn, Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS), Associate Director, Emergency Management position.
Candidates may be required to submit a video presentation answering pre-screening questions through a third-party vendor (no cost to applicant).
Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a successful candidate is hired.
The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) leads all public safety functions within the university, including police, security, and emergency management, and offers an integrated approach to safety and security, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. DPSS combines Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint operations to provide students, visitors, faculty, and staff with a safe and secure environment. Through our partnerships across the university and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, we use a blended service model to meet the needs of our community and exceed expectations.
Emergency Management is a key department within DPSS. It serves the U-M community by preparing for, protecting against, and responding to a wide range of emergencies that could affect our people, operations, and environment. The Associate Director of Emergency Management reports directly to the Director of Emergency Management, and is responsible for facilitating partnerships and coordinating emergency planning and preparedness efforts with internal U-M units as well as local, state, and federal partners. The Associate Director, in collaboration with the DPSS emergency management team, assists in supporting and coordinating a comprehensive all-hazards approach within the U-M Dearborn campus community.
The primary location for this position is the Dearborn campus; however, assignments to the Ann Arbor and Flint campuses will occur as needed. This position will work closely with the U-M Dearborn Chief of Police with a focus on protecting and serving the U-M Dearborn campus community. The Associate Director is responsible for maintaining
strategic partnerships both internally and externally and will be expected to engage regularly with faculty, staff, community members, and external partners to further enhance protection, prevention, and preparedness efforts.
This position requires the candidate to successfully pass a thorough background investigation and drug screening. The position requires driving a university vehicle, so the candidate must have a valid driver's license and a driving record of less than 6 points.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
- This position is responsible for promoting, coordinating and implementing 'all hazards' emergency planning, preparedness and operational resiliency at the Dearborn campus as well as providing subject matter expertise, support, and guidance to university units.This includes, but is not limited to:
- Prevention, including risk assessment and analysis;
- Preparedness, including the development and management of projects, programs, plans and procedures;
- Response including coordination, liaising and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activation;
- Recovery, including physical, fiscal and operational;
- Mitigation including hazard vulnerability analysis and resource planning; and
- Program coordination across the enterprise, maintaining a uniform, integrated approach.
- Maintain the Dearborn campus Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Hazard Mitigation Plan, and Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP).
- Manage emergency notification and communication strategies for the Dearborn campus to include the emergency alert system, plans, policies and procedures.
- Facilitate incident debriefs and the completion of After Action Reports (AARs) as appropriate.
- Oversee and manage the Dearborn campus EOC.
- Develop, coordinate and facilitate a robust training and exercise program.
- Maintain visibility on applicable policies, procedures, and regulations related to emergency management.
- Identify opportunities and capabilities for leveraging technology solutions.
- Promote division strategic priorities, goals and core values.
- Identify, assess, and inform leadership of risks and vulnerabilities, along with recommended prevention and preparedness solutions.
- Implement appropriate problem-solving and preparedness strategies through data analysis, trends, lessons learned and best practices.
- Partner and liaise with internal and external stakeholders and committees.
- In the event of an emergency, this position will be expected to be available for support; including activation of the campus EOC.
- Flexibility to work non-traditional business hours, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field.
Ability to collaborate with diverse partners in academic, research, medical, law enforcement, and business settings.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Broad experience in emergency preparedness program management, planning, coordination, mass warning and notification systems, and training and exercise design and facilitation.
Response experience in complex emergencies and/or operational experience in an emergency operations center.
Skilled public speaker and facilitator.
Must be highly independent, capable of making decisions in a dynamic environment.
Ability to implement innovative solutions to complex problems through technology, partnerships and leveraging of resources.
Ability to analyze a wide array of issues and translate them into clear and concise plans and/or reports.
Project management experience with strong attention to detail.
Ability to perform in a fast-paced security environment, where confidentiality is critical.
Proficient in Google and MS platforms.
Completion of ICS-100, 200, 700, and 800 within six months of employment.
Completion of ICS-300 and 400 within one year of employment.
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge and background working in a large university community that includes academic, research, athletic and medical operations.
Background in emergency management and continuity of operations planning and coordination within a large complex organization.
Experience with all phases of emergency management and continuity of operations planning, including prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
Completion of Federal Emergency Management Agency - National Incident Management System courses.
Experience in the design, facilitation and evaluation of drills and exercises.
Professional designations such as PEM, CEM, CBCP, CSSP, etc.
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
- Generous time off including parental leave
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance including "Other Qualified Adult" coverage
- Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Tuition Support Program
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .
Given reporting requirements during emergencies, critical incidents, or high-profile events, this position is classified as onsite. However, we do allow for some remote work as conditions allow.
All members of the Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) are considered Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) under The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. As such, you are required to report Clery reportable offenses that come to your attention. DPSS employees are required to complete Clery Compliance Training within the first 14 days of employment and annually thereafter.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
