Emergency Preparedness Manager

Emergency Preparedness Manager – University of Washington

The Department of Campus Safety has an outstanding opportunity for an Emergency Preparedness Specialist to join their team. Under the general direction of the Campus Safety Senior Director, this position plays a key role in performing a variety of specialized duties related to the planning and implementation of the institution’s safety and emergency preparedness programs. The position supports the planning, implementation, and administration of the University’s safety, emergency preparedness, and fire prevention programs.

Key responsibilities include developing and refining protocols, procedures, and training materials; assisting in the creation and delivery of emergency management and fire safety training; supporting Clery Act compliance; and maintaining accurate documentation and confidential records. The role also contributes to policy development, business continuity planning, and process improvement initiatives that advance a culture of safety and preparedness across the UW Bothell and Cascadia College campuses.

Working collaboratively with senior management from University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College on Business Continuity planning, this position recommends policies and helps lead and facilitate processes to systematically assess risks and ensure appropriate risk mitigation strategies are developed and implemented.

This position requires an individual with strong project management skills, broad knowledge of emergency preparedness, and the ability to coordinate efforts across a shared campus environment.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency planning and business continuity processes, ensuring stakeholder engagement and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Create and implement emergency preparedness assessment frameworks; provide regular status reports and recommendations to campus leadership.
• Lead risk assessment and mitigation initiatives, including policy development, interagency coordination, and documentation of procedures and workflows.
• Collaborate with UW Bothell Campus Safety, UW Emergency Management, and other units to organize and deliver emergency management and safety‑related training, drills, and exercises.
• Document and communicate emergency policies, procedures, and response protocols clearly, including the development of flowcharts and visual aids to support understanding and execution.
• Manage emergency preparedness budgets and operational logistics, including team support, supply procurement, and maintenance of readiness resources.
• Coordinate Clery Act compliance activities, including annual reporting, training, and maintenance of required documentation.

• Develop emergency preparedness policies and procedures, and present recommendations to leadership for review and approval. Work closely with organizational units, community groups, and state, county, and city agencies to build broad‑based support and assistance.
• Evaluate existing institutional emergency plans and policies to assess long‑term effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist department administrators in creating department‑level preparedness and mitigation plans aligned with campus Hazard Mitigation and Business Continuity Plans.
• Schedule and conduct emergency management training, drills, and exercises; coordinate with campus partners and the central Emergency Management office in Seattle to ensure alignment with university‑wide standards.
• Lead and coordinate drills and exercises with campus partners, the Evacuation Team, and the Incident Management Team to test emergency response plans at all organizational levels.
• Conduct outreach activities such as presentations, seminars, orientation sessions, and development of online resources to promote emergency awareness.
• Identify and secure appropriate materials, supplies, space, and responder training to support a fully functional Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
• Serve as Incident Commander when appropriate during emergency situations.
• Ensure campus compliance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) through…