Emergency Management Coordinator

About the Role

The Emergency Management Coordinator isresponsible forsupporting the hospital’s preparedness, response, and compliance efforts related to emergency management. This role works closely with the Emergency Management Department and the Emergency Management Committee (EMC) to develop, implement, and evaluate the Training and Exercise Plan, ensuring alignment with Joint Commission, state, federal, and other regulatory requirements. The Coordinator assists in facilitating training and exercises to strengthen the hospital’s disaster response capabilities, while also maintaining employee certification and
training records. Additional responsibilities include supporting the orderly operation of the Hospital Command Center (HCC), preparing reports and documentation, ensuring adherence to operational policies and procedures, and managing emergency management–related equipment inventory. The Coordinator represents University Hospital in a professional and positive manner in all interactions.

What You’ll Do

• Supports hospital-wide emergency preparedness, response, and compliance initiatives.
• Collaborates with the Emergency Management Department and Committee to develop and evaluate the Training and Exercise Plan.
• Ensures all emergency management activities align with Joint Commission, state, federal, and other regulatory standards.
• Assists in organizing and facilitating training sessions and exercises to enhance disaster response readiness.
• Maintains accurate records of employee certifications and training completions.
• Helps ensure smooth operations within the Hospital Command Center (HCC) during activations.
• Prepares reports and documentation related to emergency management activities.
• Ensures compliance with established operational policies and procedures.
• Manages inventory of emergency management equipment and supplies.
• Represents University Hospital professionally in all internal and external interactions.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, including emergency planning at the local, regional, state, or federal level.
• Experience in healthcare emergency or disaster planning.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Completion of required Incident Command System (ICS) courses:ICS-100 , ICS-200, ICS-300, G-191, IS-700, IS-800
• Completion of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP).
• Preferred qualifications:
  • ICS-400
  • Instructor Certification for ICS (E/LL449)
  • Hospital Emergency Response Team (HERT) or equivalent decontamination program.
• Must successfully complete ICS-400, Instructor Certification for ICS (E/LL449), and HERT or equivalent within 12 months of employment.
• Must maintain current credentials in good standing, verified through Primary Source Verification.
• Additional healthcare emergency management experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

What We Offer

• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development