Safety & Emergency Program Manager

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Safety & Emergency Program Manager

Reporting to the Manager, Security, Intelligence, and Risk Management, the Safety & Emergency Program Manager leads the development and implementation of strategic plans for a comprehensive safety program.

• The Safety & Emergency Program Manager assists in the administration of a wide variety of safety functions and emergency management tasks across the RAND world-wide enterprise.
• This position is responsible for developing emergency response plans and procedures to respond to a wide variety of natural and man-made disasters, working with Security & Classified Operations' leadership, as well as maintaining Public Private Partnerships as appropriate.

Duties

• Oversee the development and dissemination of corporate safety policies and procedures.
  • Provide guidance to Security & Classified Operations staff at all RAND sites to develop common processes and procedures regarding safety and emergency-related practices.
  • Liaison with local first responders at RAND sites to develop and maintain strong relationships.
  • Oversee the development and execution of RAND's safety awareness program.
  • Assist in planning and conducting exercises within RAND and in exercises involving local first responders.
• Lead large department-wide project and initiatives.
• Support the following within safety and emergency management portfolio:
  • Provide guidance to staff and lead small project/program teams.
  • Design and recommend solutions to complex problems.
  • Prepare and review management reports and/or contractual documents.
  • Develop and recommend improvements to systems and/or processes to improve operational efficiency.
  • Administer and lead each site's Emergency Response Team (ERT); oversee training through each site's ERT Coordinator
  • Lead and administer RAND's Mass Notification System; currently Singlewire.
• Support and administer RAND's Incident Command Team (ICT), including RAND's National Preparedness Month Campaign
• Support and administer RAND's Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
• Provide recommendations to the Executive Director, Security & Classified Operations and Chief Security Officer on the department's annual budget regarding safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in crisis management and business continuity
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations and best practices
• Experience with fiscal management and budgeting
• Experience building relationships within Public Private Partnerships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• PC usage skills
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) credential desired
• Completion of FEMA Practitioner Training desirable

Experience

At least 6 years of relevant experience required. At least 9 years of relevant experience preferred.

Education

BS/BA in Emergency Management, Security or related field required. MS/MA in Emergency Management, Security, or related field preferred.

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret U.S. government security clearance. Possession of at least a Secret U.S. government security clearance is preferred.

Location

Santa Monica, Washington D.C., or Pittsburgh
This position may allow for two days of remote work.

Positions Open

One

Salary Range

$100,100 - $152,400

RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate's work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity.The salary range includes base pay plus RAND's sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet