How to Apply
A cover letter is required and must be included as the first page of your resume. In your cover letter, please highlight your skills and experience as they specifically relate to the Emergency Management Associate Director position within the University of Michigan's Division of Public Safety and Security.
Candidates may be asked to submit a video presentation answering pre-screening questions through a third-party vendor (at no cost to the applicant).
Job Summary
Emergency Management is a key department within the Division of Public Safety and Security (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 team works collaboratively across the university to develop plans, conduct training, and coordinate resources to enhance campus safety and resilience.
The Associate Director of Emergency Management reports directly to the Director of Emergency Management and assists with university-wide guidance and coordination on crisis and emergency preparedness. The position will be based in Ann Arbor but will provide strategic integration for our DPSS emergency management functions at the UM-Flint and UM-Dearborn campuses and will have functional supervision (dotted line) over the Emergency Management and Security Infrastructure coordinators on each campus. The position is responsible for assisting the Director with the continuous improvement and facilitation of the university's comprehensive emergency management program, focusing on emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery planning efforts across the enterprise.
This position requires the candidate to 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 fewer than 6 points.
Job Description and Responsibilities
- Assists the Director with identifying and assessing institutional risks and vulnerabilities and recommends prevention and preparedness solutions.
- Serves as the leadership designee and directs all Emergency Management functions in the absence of the director.
- Oversee internal EM administrative requirements and procedures, including policy development, maintenance, and updates for internal EM training programs, orientation and onboarding protocols, and others.
- Lead emergency management staff in developing training, testing, and exercise programs for Division-wide readiness and preparedness measures.
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders and leadership at UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint to establish emergency management priorities and initiatives for institutional alignment.
- Prepare executive summaries and status update materials for university leadership for ongoing high-liability/high-risk matters impacting the university.
- Provide subject matter expertise on protection, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation strategy and planning.
- Collaborates with the Director to build and implement professional development, personal growth opportunities, and direction for the Emergency Management team.
- Assist in designing and implementing internal Emergency Management team process improvement efforts and facilitating employee professional growth and development priorities.
- Assist with staffing, resource, and budget requirements for organizational optimization and program delivery across three campuses.
- Partners with the Director and regional chiefs to assess EM capabilities on the regional campuses and assign duties that align with Division expectations.
- Leads the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and the University emergency notification strategies (including the emergency alert system, DPSS internal notification procedures, and other critical coordination plans and procedures) in the absence of the director.
- Function as the project management lead for critical Emergency Management Department initiatives and efforts.
- Facilitate the development, review, and maintenance of critical university-wide plans, including the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Hazard Mitigation Plan, Building Incident Response teams, and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) program.
- Manage and facilitate incident debriefs and the completion of After Action Reports (AARs).
- Serve as one of the primary leadership liaisons with local, state, and federal partners.
- Represent DPSS on appropriate internal and external committees.
- Other duties as assigned.
Who We Are
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.
Why Work at Michigan?
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
Required Qualifications*
- Five or more years of emergency management or related experience in progressively responsible roles, including three years supervising staff or program management.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
- Broad experience in emergency preparedness program development and management, preparedness planning, coordination, mass warning and notification systems, and training and exercise design and facilitation.
- Experience navigating and coordinating the response to complex emergencies in an Emergency Operations Center environment.
- Demonstrated project management experience.
- Demonstrated public speaking and team-building skills with experience in developing external relationships.
- Must be highly independent and capable of making decisions in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to implement innovative solutions to complex problems through technology, partnerships, and leveraging resources.
- Ability to analyze 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 public safety environment where confidentiality is paramount.
- 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.
Modes of Work
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.
Additional Information
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.
Application Deadline
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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.