Emergency Management Specialist

Location: UKKD - Main Campus

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Requisition Number

R-000004372

Department Name

Management

Work Location

UKKD - Main Campus

Grade Level

6

Type of Position

Regular

Position Time Status

Full time

Equivalency Link

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting the development and delivery of emergency management education and training programs. Assists in preparing instructional materials, coordinating schedules, and facilitating learning sessions related to emergency preparedness and response. Collaborates with staff and leadership to promote awareness and compliance with safety and emergency protocols. Ensures training activities align with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Assist in planning and delivering emergency management education and training programs.
• Prepare instructional materials, presentations, and resources for staff education sessions.
• Coordinate training schedules, attendance tracking, and documentation of participant completion.
• Support emergency drills and exercises to evaluate readiness and response effectiveness.
• Maintain training databases and records in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Communicate with departments to ensure understanding of emergency policies and procedures.
• Provide on-site support during emergency events, drills, and evaluations as directed.
• Participate in reviewing and updating emergency education content based on feedback and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with educators, safety officers, and management to enhance program quality and engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor’s degree

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Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Completion of NIMS courses (IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800) required within six months of hire.

Completion of FEMA Professional Development Series and/or Professional Continuity Practitioner preferred.

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never
• K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises: 1. Never
• M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires frequent maintenance of a stationary posture behind a computer or while presenting to individuals or groups; frequent mobility throughout the Medical Center or while rounding; and constant communication with people electronically, by phone, and in-person. The role also demands constant operation of a computer and telephone; constant lifting and/or moving of up to 15 pounds and frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities—including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception—are also required.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.