Job Description

The Emergency Management and Business Continuity Contractor position is key for the successful transition of our program from its current state to the desired level of operational efficiency. This role is designed to support emergency management and business continuity initiatives by playing a vital role in enhancing preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities. The duration of this position is set for one calendar year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and updating emergency management/business continuity plans, procedures, and protocols.
• Support the coordination of business continuity exercises and drills.
• Aid in the creation and maintenance of documentation related to emergency response and recovery.
• Assist in analyzing and documenting after -action reports following trainings and exercises.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of emergency management strategies.
• Engage in research activities related to industry best practices and emerging trends in emergency management and business continuity.

Projects:

• Employee Outreach and Education: Implement an employee outreach program to educate staff on emergency preparedness and response principles.
• After Action Reviews: Facilitate after-action reviews following exercises and actual events to capture lessons learned and improve future responses.
• Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Business Continuity Plan (BCP) Revisions: Support the revision and enhancement of the existing BCPs to ensure they meet current best practices.

Requirements & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Business Continuity, Public Administration, or related field (preferred not required)
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in emergency management, business continuity, or disaster preparedness, with demonstrated success leading initiatives and programs.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and evaluate emergency management and business continuity strategies at the organization level.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and organizational skills, with experience engaging cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools.

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