Title: Emergency Management Specialist

Application Review Date: September 23, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Emergency Management, the Emergency Management Specialist works as part of the Radford University Office of Emergency Management under Department of Public Safety team to develop and maintain emergency management programs for Radford University. Typical duties include supporting emergency plan development, conducting training, emergency exercise development and facilitation, along with program development, outreach functions and operational guidance needed for all phases of the emergency management program.

•Ensure Radford University emergency plans and activities are consistent with agency directions by the provision of hands-on assistance to university departments
•Interpret the requirements of Radford University and other agency policies and provide related guidance to university stakeholders as it relates to emergency preparedness.
•Ability to provide leadership in the area of emergency management preparedness, preparing the Radford University community to respond to emergencies that might significantly affect and impact the University; to include: management of the primary, virtual, and alternate Emergency Operations Center (EOC), including operational leadership during EOC activations; management of effective emergency response and recovery resources such as equipment, technology and tools that must be in a ready state for response activity; development and implementation of policies, procedures, and protocols compliant with University policy, as well as federal, state, and local standards and best practices, including virtual EOC platform procedures that ensure the University’s ability to coordinate quickly and efficiently during an emergency; and administration of designated aspects of the crisis and emergency management plans.
•Coordinate and lead the continued growth and administration of the University’s Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) program, including guiding departments through the development, maintenance, and update of continuity plans
•Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining campus wide building emergency action plan (BEAP) program as well as the building emergency coordinator (BEC) program.
•Maintain, coordinate, and administer departmental outreach and preparedness education programs for students, faculty, staff, and visitors, including the development and management of publications, presentations, website content, marketing materials, and other educational resources.
•Assist in planning, developing, coordinating and executing tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises to enhance familiarity with emergency management.
•Ensure consistent delivery of emergency management program efforts at all Radford University locations, through technical support, guidance, and provision of expert assistance to staff on main campus and satellite locations.
•Assist with preparing after-action reports and improvement plans.
•Assist with the activation and dissemination of emergency notifications and other critical communications for actual or potential incidents affecting the university community.
•Attend local and regional workshops, exercises and emergency management events.
•Collaborate with internal departments, external agencies, and community partners to coordinate emergency planning efforts, share resources, and foster mutual aid agreements.
•Perform other related functions in support of Radford University Department of Public Safety and the Office of Emergency Management program.

Required Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the role of the state, local and federal governments in emergencies; emergency response programs, policies and procedures; and federal and state program regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic and diverse environment.
• Dependable work ethics with the ability to fit into a team environment characterized by shared accountabilities.
• Extensive use of computers to retrieve and input information.
• Project planning and development experience.
• Experience in policy and best practices pertaining to emergency communications.
• Requires the ability to analyze all type emergency situations to determine course of action and solve problems; excellent judgment and decision-making skills.
• Certified Emergency Manager certification or ability to obtain within 3 years from the date of hire.
• Required: IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800.
• Required: Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) license or ability to obtain within 3 years from the date of hire.
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in creating, implementing, and coordinating emergency management planning programs for a large, diverse organization.
• Experience in grant writing and management.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Experience in creating visual presentations, instructional design and the development of training materials.
• Expert knowledge of standard communication procedures and equipment; principles and practices of emergency dispatching.
• Proven ability to manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Preferred experience in using virtual emergency operations center platforms or systems.
• Preferred IS-300, IS-400.
• Preferred professional certifications: Virginia Professional Emergency Manager (VPEM), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Project Management Professional, and/or Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP).

Employment Conditions: Valid driver's license; position is designated as essential/emergency personnel

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position 100% telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: 8am-5pm, M-F, Weekend and Evening Hours as Needed, Travel Required

Employee Classification: Emergency Coordinator II

Department: Emergency Management

Salary: $63,000 - $73,000 (Commensurate with education and experience.)

Department Contact Name: Peter McCann

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-6696

Department Contact Email: pmccann@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.