Emergency Management Specialist

About This Role

The Emergency Management Specialist develops and maintains strategies that ensure the university can sustain essential functions during emergencies and disruptions. This role helps safeguard the university's mission of teaching, research, and service by ensuring preparedness for both anticipated and unforeseen events. The EM Specialist also coordinates emergency planning, training, exercises, and outreach initiatives to strengthen campus readiness and support incident response efforts.

About Us

The Risk & Safety Division at Kansas State University consists of EHS, Risk Management, Emergency Management, University Police, and Physical Security departments, all cohesively working together to reduce risk and make K-State safer.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

* Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and four years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

* A bachelor's degree in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, public administration, or closely related field.

* One year of experience in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, or public administration.

* Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, standards and policies related to emergency management and continuity of operations.

* Knowledge of plan review, Incident Command System, Continuity of Operations Plans, Emergency Operation Center operations.

* Knowledge of how to plan and conduct drills/exercises.

* Skill in oral and written communication, and skill or experience utilizing mediation practices to reach consensus.

* Skill in building relationships with campus and community partners.

* Skill at intermediate level in Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams

* Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals with diverse backgrounds.

* Ability to complete tasks and projects in a timely manner.

* Ability to draft event and incident action plans.

* Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

* Cover Letter

* Resume

* Three (3) References

Application Window

Applications close on:
July 29, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$42,216-$53,819

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship:

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job's occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate's qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas:

Kansas participates in the Make My Move  program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent…