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The University of Maine System (UMS) is seeking a part-time Emergency Preparedness & Planning Manager to join the Risk and Safety Management team. This position will lead the development and implementation of comprehensive emergency preparedness and response programs across the System. This role ensures the safety, resilience, and operational readiness of UMS through proactive planning, training, and coordination with the campus and external partners. This position is located on the University of Maine campus in Orono. This role requests statewide travel with occasional overnight stays.

The Risk and Safety Management Department (RSM) supports UMS in meeting its academic, research, and operational goals by assisting in the following areas: compliance assurance, safety consultation, technical services, policy and procedure development assistance, and training development and delivery. RSM also manages potential loss exposure by acting as the insurance and risk management service provider for all campuses. It is the focal point for reporting injuries and illnesses, and filing workers' compensation claims.

Key Responsibilities

+ Develop, implement, and maintain emergency preparedness and response plans and policies across the University of Maine System.

+ Lead the development and maintenance of the UMS Emergency Operations Plan and campus-specific subplans.

+ Conduct risk assessments, design mitigation strategies, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Plan and facilitate emergency training, drills, and tabletop exercises aligned with NIMS and ICS standards.

+ Support activation and operation of the System and campus Emergency Operations Centers (EOC).

+ Develop after-action reports, apply lessons learned, and manage improvement plans.

+ Advise university leadership on emergency management best practices and regulatory compliance.

Please review the Emergency Preparedness & Planning Manager (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x5PCDOyDI3iXlQY\_PQqZh-rSQYKNFsaD/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107650141627790805903&rtpof=true&sd=true) job description for more information.

Salary: The salary range for this 20-hour per week position is $26,000 to $36,000, commensurate with the candidate's training, education, and experience.

Benefits: The University of Maine System offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes (but is not limited to):

+ 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time

+ Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

+ Short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance

+ Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance

+ Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents (spouse, domestic partner, and dependent children)

+ 403(b) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution

To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c9mWQ2e9KQ8MqZ2s77HXUqrnnlQSsztA/view?usp=sharing) .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required:

+ Strong knowledge of NIMS, ICS, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and emergency planning best practices.

+ Ability to develop and deliver emergency preparedness training programs.

+ Excellent organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and with university staff members.

+ Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including emergency responders and government agencies.

+ Ability to act in an advisory capacity or technical liaison.

+ Excellent team facilitation skills.

+ Proficiency with Google, Microsoft, Adobe Suites, and emergency management software.

+ Ability to work odd shifts to accommodate clients' needs.

+ Ability to travel up to 50% statewide and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Required:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, or a closely related field, OR one of the following:

+ Five years of experience directly related to emergency management in the military.

+ Five years of progressively more technical occupational and life safety experience AND certification from FEMA, OSHA, NFPA, National Safety Council, Board of Certified Safety Professionals, or American Society of Safety Professionals.

+ Five years of emergency management experience.

Preferred:

+ Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) credential.

+ Background in law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical services, or military.

+ Prior experience in a higher education setting.

How to Apply:

Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now” below. You will need to complete an application and upload the following:

+ A cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position.

+ A resume/curriculum vitae.

Important items to know about the recruitment process:

+ Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and will remain open until filled.

+ Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.

+ Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide contact information for references.

+ The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.

+ Applicants must be authorized to work in and reside in the United States. Please Note: We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship now or in the future.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

About the University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .