Executive Director of Emergency Management

Job Summary

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!
Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?
One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.
Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.
So, are you ready?

We are seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as Executive Director of Emergency Management
. This pivotal role provides strategic leadership and enterprise oversight for the University’s emergency management program and coordinated public safety operations. The Executive Director will lead the development and execution of emergency planning, risk reduction, and community preparedness efforts in alignment with Clemson Elevate and the University’s broader operational goals, shaping Clemson’s emergency readiness and response posture while building strong internal and external partnerships that enhance safety and continuity.
The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is a branch of Clemson University’s Department of Public Safety within the Division of Finance and Operations. OEM ensures Clemson University is prepared for, responds to, recovers from, and mitigates emergencies and disasters that affect the health, safety, and lives of those who live, work, and study at and around the University. For more information on OEM, visit the website.
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) ensures the safety and security of the Clemson University community, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors, encompassing law enforcement, fire, emergency management, and Tiger One technology systems.
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

• Strategic Leadership & Management: Establish strategic priorities and objectives for the Office of Emergency Management in alignment with Clemson Elevate and the Division of Finance and Operations; provide executive leadership for mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and continuity of operations; serve in a leadership capacity within the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Incident Command System (ICS); oversee development, testing, and continuous improvement of emergency plans and protocols;
  
  lead after‑action reviews and institutional learning.
• Compliance, Accreditation & Policy Oversight: Direct public safety–related compliance functions; ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations and accreditation standards; serve as lead official for relevant public safety and emergency management accreditation processes; oversee policy development, review, and governance; identify, assess, and report on compliance and operational risks.
• Public Safety Operations & Integration: Provide strategic oversight and coordination across public safety operational functions; promote operational efficiencies and shared services; support the integration of public safety technologies and systems; promote consistent standards, roles, and expectations.
• Training & Preparedness: Oversee emergency preparedness training, tabletop exercises, drills, and functional exercises for public safety personnel and campus stakeholders; ensure training meets regulatory and best‑practice standards; collaborate with key University and partner entities to plan special events and enhance EM capabilities.
• Governance &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership; collaborate across divisions to ensure coordinated planning, communication, and response; prepare executive briefings, reports, and metrics related to readiness and compliance; provide leadership and mentorship for assigned staff.

• Bachelor’s…