Emergency Manager

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban‑engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands‑on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State.

Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Faculty/Professional Professional

Department University Police

Local Title Emergency Manager

Budget Title Staff Associate

Line Number 28920

$75,000-$85,000

Full-Time

UUP

No

No

Exempt

The Emergency Manager is responsible for promoting a culture of preparedness and resiliency within the University through prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The emergency manager is responsible for the day‑to‑day implementation of the University’s emergency preparedness programs and initiatives, including continual campus risk assessment and facilitation. The Emergency Manager will direct campus‑wide incident / emergency planning and business continuity planning including the strategic planning, development and revision of incident / emergency preparedness, disaster recovery and business continuity documentation and policies, and the implementation and training of faculty and staff with such policies.

This position serves as the front‑line representative of emergency management to the University community and reports to the Chief of University Police.

The position assists with Clery Act compliance, threat assessment, incident management, and policy and procedure development initiatives designed to support a safe and secure educational environment across Buffalo State University’s buildings and grounds.
Duties will include but not be limited to:

Serve in a leadership role during emergencies and significant incidents by coordinating response and recovery operations with University Police, campus leadership, and local, state, and federal agencies.

Activate, manage, and support the Emergency Operations Center ( EOC ) during emergencies, critical incidents, and planned events. Coordinate incident action planning, situational reporting, and recovery activities to support continuity of operations and restoration of services.

Develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate the University’s comprehensive all‑hazards emergency management program, including the Emergency Operations Plan ( EOP ), hazard‑specific annexes, emergency response procedures, continuity of operations plans ( COOP ), and recovery frameworks.

Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments, identify potential hazards, and recommend mitigation strategies to strengthen institutional resilience. Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state…