Lanier Technical College; Coordinator Of Emergency Preparedness

Lanier Technical College • Gainesville, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lanier Technical College is hiring a full-time, benefits-eligible, FLSA-exempt, salaried Coordinator of Emergency Preparedness for its Hall Campus. The position balances strategic planning with operational emergency response, including developing and maintaining campus-wide emergency, business continuity, and hazardous communication plans. It coordinates preparedness drills and training, supports the Chief of Police with incident management and real-time emergency responses, and works with College departments, Building Marshals, and public safety agencies. The coordinator helps ensure compliance with applicable Technical College System of Georgia, local, state, and federal requirements and maintains AED, Narcan, and tourniquet devices. The role reports to the Chief of Police. The position is available now, with a salary in the low to mid $60,000s annually, depending on qualifications and experience. One day of telework is available after six months of employment. The selection process includes a background check, pre-employment questionnaire, professional reference check, psychological exam, voice stress deception test, pre-employment physical, and drug screen.

Requirements

• Georgia POST Police Certification.
• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience as a certified police officer.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate diplomacy, tact, and professionalism while coordinating complex emergency or safety initiatives.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively as a team member in high-pressure or emergency environments.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills for collaboration with campus departments, administrators, and external emergency partners.
• Comprehensive understanding of emergency management principles, including NIMS, ICS, and FEMA emergency planning guidelines.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal emergency management protocols, including the Clery Act, GEMA/HS, and continuity of operations planning.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and hazard mitigation, emergency communications systems, and business continuity planning in a higher education setting.
• Understanding of external emergency response agencies’ roles and their interface with campus operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including explaining emergency procedures clearly to varied audiences.
• Proficiency in planning, coordinating, and executing preparedness exercises and training.
• Skill in managing multiple concurrent projects with attention to detail and timelines.
• Excellent organizational, computer, and communication skills, and ability to work independently under pressure and in challenging or hazardous conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Georgia Certified Emergency Manager (CEM).
• OSHA 10 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, implement, and maintain the Emergency Operations Plan, Business Continuity Plan, and Hazardous Communication Plan.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor the hazardous materials inventory for compliance and safety; maintain the associated Safety Data Sheet inventory and master hazardous-material training log.
• Coordinate and conduct annual fire and tornado preparedness drills at all campuses.
• Coordinate and conduct annual active-shooter preparedness and response training, and safety programs for staff and students as needed.
• Coordinate Narcan training and inventories, OSHA training as required, and in-person AED and Stop the Bleed classes.
• Conduct annual AED inspections and maintenance; oversee Evac Chair management and maintenance.
• Serve as the Hazardous Communication Program and Right to Know Coordinator; review container labeling procedures annually.
• Coordinate training and drills with the anhydrous ammonia department.
• Provide employers and contractors with information about hazardous materials they may encounter on campus and assist departments in managing chemical inventories.
• Manage inventory software and conduct annual chemical inventory audits.
• Perform monthly eyewash-station inspections, coordinate annual third-party eyewash-station inspections, and conduct quarterly emergency-drench-shower inspections.
• Assist the Chief of Police with campus incident management and support real-time emergency responses in coordination with College departments, Building Marshals, and public safety agencies.
• Help maintain College compliance with applicable TCSG, local, state, and federal emergency management regulations.
• Attend annual TCSG peer group meetings and perform other work-related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Choice of retirement plans: Georgia State Employees’ Pension and Savings Plan or Teachers’ Retirement System.
• Health and flexible benefits insurance options.
• Sick leave accrual of 10 hours monthly.
• Annual leave accrual of 10 hours monthly.
• 13 state holidays annually.
• One day of telework after six months of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED