Join the Trojan Family: Fire Safety & Emergency Planning

Title: Senior Emergency Coordinator

About the Department

• Who we are:The University of California (USC) is a leading private research university located in Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology, and international business. As the city’s largest private employer, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic schools and units. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Community - the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work.
• What we do: our role is to protect USC, its people, and overall mission by ensuring that the university is prepared for emergencies and well protected from major hazards and disasters.
• Learn more: Visit our Fire Safety & Emergency Planning Website to learn more about the department.

Role Overview: Develops and plans the university's emergency response and recovery operations. Leads projects related to emergency planning, develops and conducts training exercises and large-scale drills, responds to emergency incidents, and is responsible for writing plans and other documentation. During your time in this role at USC you will:

• Develop, maintain, and update campus-wide emergency plans for preparedness, response, continuity of operations, mitigation & recovery. Coordinate the planning and readiness of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for the University Park Campus and Health Sciences Campus. Facilitate the planning and development of department, school, and response team specific plans. Provide emergency management technical consultation, advice and service throughout the university to staff, administration, students, and faculty.
• Coordinate, design, and conduct emergency management exercises. Train and advise the university community regarding safety and emergency response protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and university policies and regulations. Develop and present public information and preparedness education programs for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Prepare and/or coordinate after action reports following exercises and major emergencies, including recommending improvements and incorporating findings into current emergency management plans and training. Facilitate post-incident and exercise de-briefings. Create and maintain after-action reports and tracking of action items and gaps. Coordinate the follow-up to ensure actions are resolved.
• Respond to emergencies and disasters to provide emergency management subject matter expertise including coordination of command posts or the Emergency Operations Center. Support the Business Continuity Specialist with the activation and facilitation of continuity plans.
• Assist with the coordination of the USC Mass Notification System and associated dependencies. Maintain currency on federal, state, and local legislation, regulation changes, and changes to codes and standards; keep informed of current and emerging issues and trends in area of specialty. Develop and maintain liaison with city, county, state, federal, and other external agencies.
• In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to “report to duty” in accordance with the university’s Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee’s department’s emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee will be notified to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

How to Apply

• Application: Showcase your readiness to join the Trojan family by submitting a detailed application.
• Current USC Employees: Please apply through the dedicated channel in Workday.

Benefits

• USC’s Commitment to You: We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:
  • Tuition assistance for you and your family
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options
  • 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC
  • 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes
  • Explore more on the USC Employee Gateway

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
• Experience: At least 3 years experience leading emergency management planning and execution
• Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience
• Driver's License
• CEM/AEM or obtain within one year of employment
• Ability to show calm, effective leadership, and to make decisions amidst stressful emergency response events.
• Proven ability to work in a high-volume environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters, and the ability to prioritize and organize work, handle multiple assignments and meet competing deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

We welcome candidates who demonstrate:

• Master’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in emergency or crisis management.
• CERT Instructor
• ICS Instructor
• Experience using EOC software, such as VEOCI or Web EOC

Salary Range:

The annual base salary for this position is between $96,000-$108,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information please visit the policy website.

Minimum Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree, combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education. Experience: At least 3 years directly related to project or administrative experience  Driver's License CEM/AEM or obtain within one year of employment Preferred Qualifications and Skills We welcome candidates who demonstrate: CERT Instructor ICS Instructor Experience using EOC software, such as VEOCI or Web EOC Current employees apply here