Emergency Operations Specialist

Description

Our Emergency Operations Specialist I will coordinate command and control for fire, security, and emergency services, logistical and administrative support functions related to safety and security of Texas Biomedical Research Institute. This entry‑level position serves as tactical level operators that direct the day‑to‑day movement of responders to all types of emergency and non‑emergency incidents and provides emergency communications to employees by multiple communication means for personal safety and security as well as supports the facilities and laboratory sustainment.

This night position works from midnight to 8am, 24/7 rotating, and variable shifts including weekends and holidays.

• Hourly, non‑managerial positions
• Call taker and dispatcher
• Records management
• Facilities infrastructure and electronic security systems monitoring and alarm response
• Oversight of visitor management system and key control

• High school diploma or GED
• Demonstrated educational history of coursework in emergency management and communications; certification preferred
• Associate of Arts in Emergency Management or related field preferred
• Computer knowledge:
  Windows or Apple computers, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office

Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease!

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health.

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:

• The highest‑level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally‑designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

• Recognized as one of the San Antonio Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2025.
• Awarded the 2024 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition by the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH).
• Employee‑centered culture focused on open communication, job empowerment, and trust.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family (including your pets!).
• Competitive employer‑funded retirement plan with 7% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
• Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (last week of December until New Year’s).
• On‑site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and paid prescription drug resources to support your health.
• On‑site gym and wellness programs to help you stay active.
• Flexible work arrangements designed to support work‑life balance.
• We offer a relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to help you grow.

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity! Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.