Emergency Management Program Specialist

Job Title

Emergency Management Program Specialist

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,000.00 monthly

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents. 

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. 

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). 
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document. If you need assistance with this or any other matter, please contact us at HR.Hiring@etamu.edu.

Annual Salary $ 60,000.00

SUMMARY:

The Emergency Management Program Specialist, under general supervision, is responsible for the management of East Texas A&M University’s emergency planning and preparedness, training and exercise, response coordination, communication and public information, mitigation and recovery, compliance and reporting, stakeholder engagement and partnerships, and program management and administration.

Duties range from preventative mitigation to assessment reporting as well as other related activities (e.g., training, building proctor, weather monitoring, and after-hours emergency response). The position serves within the East Texas A&M University Police Department. The position ensures compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulatory agencies, as well as Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) policies and regulations.  

As a proud member of the third-largest institution in The Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties and functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversees, directs, and leads multiple emergency management programs and develops program goals, objectives, resource requirements, and short-term and long-term strategic planning with a focus on response activities and plans needed to provide continuity of services.
• Establishes policies, procedures, and systems to plan and prepare for all-hazard responses (e.g., pandemic, active threat, severe weather, etc.) and recovery activities for emergencies.
• Develops, implements, and monitors the Incident Command System (ICS) and Emergency Response Plans (and associated annexes), and Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), as required by, and in consideration of, Federal, State, Texas A&M University System, East Texas A&M University, and Local regulations and requirements.
• Serves as the department representative and coordinates with and through Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) on interactions with Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM), and other agencies pertaining to overall emergency management activities.
• Serves as the Emergency Operations