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Emergency Management Specialist

Kansas State University
United States, Kansas, Manhattan
1810 Kerr Drive (Show on map)
Jul 20, 2025
About This Role

Assist in developing a culture of preparedness and resiliency within the university through prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.


Worksite Option

This role is expected to be performed on-site.


What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:




  • Requires a bachelor's degree.




Preferred Qualifications:



  • A bachelor's degree in emergency management, emergency response, public safety, public health, criminal justice, public administration, or closely related field.
  • Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, standards and policies related to emergency management and continuity of operations.
  • Knowledge of plan review, Incident Command System, Continuity of Operations Plans, Emergency Operation Center operations.
  • Knowledge of how to plan and conduct drills/exercises.
  • Skill in oral and written communication, and skill or experience utilizing mediation practices to reach consensus.
  • Skill in building relationships with campus and community partners.
  • Skill at intermediate level in Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals with diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to complete tasks and projects in a timely manner.
  • Ability to draft event and incident action plans.
  • Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.


Other Requirements:



  • Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) issued by the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) and/or a state association EM certification.


Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.


How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:



  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
  3. (3) References


Screening of Applications Begins

Screening begins on July 7, 2025.


Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$42,216-$53,819



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