Manager, Emergency Planning

Manager, Emergency Planning (Regular, Full-Time)
Facilities & Security Operations Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Operations, the Manager, Emergency Planning is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive safety, emergency planning and response program. This position ensures organizational readiness for emergencies, promotes a culture of safety, and supports compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards.  The Manager is responsible for preparing the organization to respond effectively to critical incidents.

Collaborates across departments to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, coordinate emergency response training and exercises, and lead preparedness efforts and incident response. Responsibilities:

Emergency Planning and Preparedness Develops, implements, and maintains emergency preparedness, response, and mitigation programs. Applies the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) as the core foundation of the overall emergency plan structure.
Coordinates preparedness and response efforts for natural disasters, public health emergencies, security incidents, utility disruptions, and other types of emergencies.

Fosters and coordinates communication protocols and management of the internal mass emergency notification system.

Facilitates and manages cross-departmental emergency planning committees, meetings, the staff evacuation and emergency response program, and cross-functional first responder teams.

Works cross-departmentally; manages emergency response equipment and tools, procurement, and storage.

Develops an Emergency Operations Center (EOC),  operations and functional plan, including a responsibility matrix and activation procedures. Coordinates response and recovery activities during and after emergencies and critical incidents

Conducts incident debriefs and develops next-step action plans.

Training and Equipment Management Designs and delivers a safety and emergency preparedness training program for employees, volunteers, and contractors for LACMA’s main campus and off-site locations

Implements a comprehensive training program that includes first responder training, tabletop exercises, drills, and functional, full-scale, scenario-based exercises. Evaluates incident response and training exercises and implements corrective actions.

Maintains training records and ensures compliance with required certifications and training standards.

Works with first-responder departments to develop an emergency-response equipment management and training program.

Crisis Incident Management and Business Continuity Works closely with LACMA’s Executive team and serves as a member of the emergency response, recovery, and business continuity team.

Collaborates on the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) Participates in establishing continuity policies, procedures, and governance structures.

Aligns continuity planning with organizational goals, risk management, and regulatory requirements.

Participates in applicable LA County Emergency Operations meetings, drills, and training. Stakeholder Coordination and Administration Develops and maintains strong working relationships across departments to create a comprehensive and effective emergency response program.

Establishes partnerships with public safety and emergency response agencies

Assists with budgeting, staffing plans, vendor coordination, and operational resource allocation

Ensures compliance with applicable industry standards for emergency management and business continuity programs

Manages records and reports related to staff training and exercises to ensure compliance with local regulations and standards. Safety Program…