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Emergency Management Program Director

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

TheUniversity of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Emergency Management Program Director to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range $ 67,449 - $ 93,033 annually Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: On-Site

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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The Emergency Management Program Director attheUniversity of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) playsapivotalroleinensuring asafeandsecure campus environment. Thisposition is responsible for the ongoing leadership and oversight of the university's emergency management program, whichincludesdeveloping andimplementing strategic plansthatsupport UCCS's missionThe Program Director is tasked with collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance on emergency preparedness,and ensuring theuniversity is well-equipped tohandle avariety ofemergencies. Theposition requires strongleadership skills, strategic planning abilities, and a commitment tofostering a culture of safety and preparedness across the university community

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

LeadershipandProgram Oversight

• LeadtheEmergency Management Program, aligning itsobjectives withthe university's mission and goals.

• Developandmanagecomprehensive emergencypreparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery plans tailored to the needs of the UCCS campus.

• Ensure theprogram's strategic directionisresponsive tothedynamic needsof the university and its community.

StrategicPlanningandCoordination:

• Coordinatestrategies toassess andmanage theimpactsofsignificant naturalor human-caused events, such as mass casualty incidents, hazardous material exposures, and natural disasters.

• Analyze complex interrelationships between multiple governmental and academicinstitutionstodeveloptailoredemergency management strategies and processes.

TrainingandCommunityEngagement:

• Provide trainingandeducation tofaculty, staff,andstudents onemergency response plans, the Incident Command System, and other relevant topics through simulations and exercises.

• Develop guidelines andprograms toassistcampus constituenciesinemergency preparedness and continuity planning, ensuring all community members are equipped to respond effectively.

CollaborationandPartnership Development:

• Serve as a liaison between UCCS and local, state, and federal emergency managementagenciestofosterpartnerships andenhancecollaborative efforts.

• Actively participate inregionalemergency preparedness activitiesandrepresent UCCS in professional organizations and committees, promoting best practices and shared learning.

ResourceManagementandExternalRelations:

• Seekandmanage resources, including grants andfunding, tosupport the university's emergency management initiatives.

• Oversee and coordinate external communications related to emergency managementactivities,ensuringtransparency andalignment withUCCS's strategic objectives

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: September 1, 2026
• Potential interview dates: September 15 - 22, 2026
• Potential start date: October 1, 2026

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

• Must have a Bachelor'sdegreeinEmergencyManagement,PublicSafety,orarelatedfield. Substitution(Acombination ofeducation andrelatedexperiencemaybe considered in lieu of a degree on a year for year basis)

• Must have experience in an emergency management or public safety leadership role, withaproventrackrecord ofdeveloping andimplementing emergency preparedness programs.

• Must have experience working inenvironments that require strategic planning and collaborationwithdiversestakeholders, includinggovernment agencies, community organizations, and internal departments.

• Must have experience indesigningandconducting training sessions, workshops, andexercises to educate various audiences on emergency management protocols andbest practices.

• Must have CompletionofIncidentCommand System(ICS)courses:100,200, 300,400,700,and800.

• Must haveavalidColorado driver's license ortheabilitytoobtain onewithin 30 days of hire.

• Graduatedegree inEmergencyManagement,PublicSafety,orarelatedfield is preferred.

• Eligibility forcertification fromtheColorado Emergency Management Association ora similar association is preferred

• ExperiencewithNIMSandEmergencyOperationsCenterfunctions is preferred

• Experience withmedicalorotheremergencyresponseorganizations andtheiroperations during emergencies is preferred.

• Experience workingwithdiversegroups, includingfaculty,students, staff,and community members

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.