Director, Emergency Management

Auburn University
Auburn, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2023 CLOSED ON 1/22/2024

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S3263P

Home Org Name
Campus Safety and Security

Division Name
VP, Audit-Compliance-Privacy

Position Title
Director, Emergency Management

Job Class Code
ee11

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary
Campus Safety & Security at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Director of Emergency Management to direct the development, administration, and maintenance of the university’s emergency management program including emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation and the continuance of critical functions before, during, and after a disaster.

Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?
  • Auburn University was named a “Best in Alabama” employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
  • Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
  • Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.

It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!
Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions
  • Directs the development, implementation, and management of policies, procedures, action plans and programs related to emergency management for Auburn University operations, facilities, and communities in order to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from all types of hazards.
  • Coordinates the response and recovery activities before, during, and following emergencies and disasters. Coordinates and leads the University’s crisis management team and communicates directly with the executive management team.
  • Serves as a liaison with federal, state, and local agencies to coordinate continuity and restoration activities, emergency management plans, or services.
  • Designs, directs, and oversees campus-wide emergency/disaster exercises to comply with emergency management best practices and regulatory requirements. Exercises are conducted in accordance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requirements in order to evaluate planning, response, and recovery activities, as well as the overall efficacy of the emergency plans and procedures. Partners with city, county, or state officials, as needed.
  • Coordinates the emergency notification processes to the campus community before, during, and after an emergency and/or disaster as appropriate and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Ensures the emergency notifications reach the intended audiences and continuously improves the process.
  • Responsible for ensuring overall campus awareness of emergency management activities and protocols. Purchases materials related to the safety, health, and security needs of Auburn personnel and relevant stakeholders.
  • Stays abreast of best practices in the field and ensures university compliance with such policies, procedures, and practices. May be required to travel nationally and/or internationally to obtain best practices.
  • Collaborates with others within the Department of Campus Safety & Security to ensure a safe and secure campus. May assist in the shared responsibility of coordinating and implementing campus safety and security initiatives including safety and security assessments, camera and panic button installations, dignitary protection, and any other security-related services. May assist in the University’s effort to comply with the reporting requirements of the Clery Act; specifically as it relates to the collection of crime data and the issuance of timely warnings and emergency notifications of instances that pose a serious or continuous threat to the campus community.
  • Serves on-call and ensures coverage of the phone for notifications to the campus safety & security department and for emergency management-related issues to include any large-scale emergency and/or disaster affecting the campus community.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President for Campus Safety & Compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Safety, Environmental Science, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biological Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry or related field.


  • 8 years of experience in emergency management and other public safety fields. Must have 2 years of supervisory experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations and industry safety standards related to emergency management/preparedness, fire and life safety, as well as other public safety occupations.
  • Knowledge of emergency operations planning, hazard mitigation planning, emergency notification systems, National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) standards, Stafford Act requirements, Code of Federal Regulations, Clery Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications
  • Certification – Alabama Association of Emergency Management
  • Certification – National Incident Management System (NIMS)/Incident Command System (ICS) (100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800)


  • Required within 30 days of employment:
    • Valid Driver’s License
    • Current US Passport

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
  • Active Peace Office or Fire certification from home state.
  • Certified Emergency Manager – International Assoc. of Emergency Managers Masters Level
  • Emergency Medical Technician or similar certification

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$80,500-$144,900

Job Category
Executive/Director/Management

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
AL

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
12/12/2023

Closing Date
01/15/2024

EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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