Emergency Management Planner

Overview

Be a Tar Heel!: A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

• Department
  :
  Emergency Mgt and Planning - 230120
• Career Area
  :
  Environment, Health and Safety
• Posting Open Date
  : 02/09/2026
• Final date to receive applications
  : 02/23/2026
• Open Until Filled
  :
  No
• Position Type
  :
  Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
• Working Title
  :
  Emergency Management Planner
• Appointment Type
  : EHRA Non-Faculty
• Position Number
  :
• Vacancy : NF0009528
• Full Time/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time Permanent
• Fte
  : 1
• Hours Per Week
  : 40
• Position Location
  :
  North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range
  : $62,115 - $75,000
• Proposed Start Date
  : 03/09/2026

The Emergency Management Planner performs responsible professional analytical/consultative work planning, developing, implementing, evaluating, organizing and promoting operations/process of the Office of Emergency Management & Planning, in direct support of program accreditation requirements and/or best practices. This position will be involved in a wide array of activities covering the multi-hazard needs, capabilities, effective and efficient mitigation of, preparedness for, response to, and recovery from all hazards and/or threats to the UNC Chapel Hill campus community to protect life and property, consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

Primary duties include writing and updating the University Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and other emergency management operational plans, policies, and procedures, assessing campus emergency management core capabilities and gaps, conducting hazard/risk analysis, and developing exercise/evaluation/corrective action processes. Additionally, this position develops and conducts associated emergency management training, assists with facilitating mitigation activities and disaster recovery operations. Work is performed under general direction of the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Planning.

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency services response programs including developing response plans; coordinating manpower, resources, and efforts of numerous departments, agencies and services; providing training; and performing related administrative functions. Thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Ability to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and interdepartmental personnel, as well as any external entities with which position interacts.

Ability to use Microsoft Office software.

This position is designated as a Mandatory Employee. The position requires the ability to be available on short notice for emergency situations. During activation of the EOC, relocation or visits to emergency or disaster sites on campus may be required during response and recovery operations. Must be available for call-back during significant emergencies and disasters.

• FEMA Professional Development Series within one year of employment.
• FEMA HSEEP Course completion within one year of employment.
• Formal adult instructor training (40 hour minimum) through accredited agency/institution accepted by NC=Division of Emergency Management, or ability to obtain this…