Job Details

Emergency Management Administrator

Position Number: 6841365
Location: Gallatin, TN
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Emergency Management Administrator

Volunteer State Community College

Title: Emergency Management Administrator

Institution: Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for advancing the College's emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating the College's emergency preparedness, planning and training initiatives, response, and recovery programs. This position ensures that the College community is prepared for natural, technological, and human-caused incidents through planning, training, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external emergency services.

Job Duties:

Key responsibilities include managing projects, facilitating emergency exercises, producing after-action reports, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This position serves as a critical resource to campus departments, helping to ensure a coordinated and effective response to emergencies, while fostering a culture of readiness and continuous improvement. Update and maintain the College's Emergency Management Plan (EMP), continuity of operations plans, and hazard assessments. Coordinate and conduct campus-wide emergency drills, tabletop exercises, and training sessions. Serve as the primary contact for federal, state, and local emergency management. Oversee the campus emergency alerts and lead crisis communication coordination. Educate faculty, staff, and students on emergency response procedures, evacuation, and shelter-in-place protocols. Assist campus leadership with decision-making during critical incidents. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in criminal justice, emergency management, fire science, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management, fire service, law enforcement, or related field.
Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and emergency management best practices.
Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in emergency management, Fire Science, Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management, fire service, law enforcement, or related field.
Practical experience in response (HazMat Technician or Safety Officer level).
Experience in college/university setting or large-scale public operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Clery Act compliance, campus safety regulations, and continuity planning.
Strong decision making and leadership abilities under high-pressure conditions.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to practice effective communication techniques both orally and in writing including ability to coordinate a variety of resources in gathering information and independently answering inquiries.
Ability to build partnerships and coordinate with various agencies and stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively with institutional and public populations, which requires professionalism, tactfulness, fairness, and decisiveness.
Capacity to manage multiple priorities, remain calm under stress, and adapt to rapidly changing situations.
Skilled in developing training, exercises, and communication materials for various audiences.
Proficiency with emergency communication systems and law enforcement technology.
Must be available to respond to emergencies after hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Working conditions may involve exposure to hazardous conditions, inclement weather, or high-stress situations.
Knowledge of Tennessee Board of Regents/College regulations and State of Tennessee Laws.
Highly proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications, email communication, and social media management.

Pay Rate: $62,385 - $77,981 annual salary depending on experience

Volunteer State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/HSA
Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in Health)
Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity Pay
Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K with up to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
14 Paid Holidays/Year
Annual Leave (if applicable)
Sick Leave
Sick Leave Bank
State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants may be subject to a background check.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.tbr.edu/jobs/emergency-management-administrator-gallatin-tennessee-united-states