Emergency Preparedness Training Facility Manager

GP Strategies Government Solutions•Anniston, AL

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About The Position

GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Emergency Preparedness Training Facility Manager to oversee the operation and readiness of training venues supporting advanced emergency preparedness and response programs for first responders nationwide. The manager oversees day-to-day facility operations, coordinates instructor scheduling, ensures venues meet curriculum requirements, and manages preparation and recovery of training environments before and after instruction and exercises. The role supports realistic, hands-on training in emergency response, incident management, disaster preparedness, hazardous materials response, mass casualty events, and other public safety disciplines. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position contingent upon the successful award of the anticipated contract and the candidate meeting applicable company and contractual background-investigation and eligibility requirements. U.S. citizenship is required under federal contract requirements. Relocation assistance is available to qualified non-local candidates. The assignment location is Anniston, Alabama. The position has sedentary physical requirements that may vary by assignment location: exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently or constantly to move objects; typing, communicating, and performing repetitive motions; and close visual acuity for preparing and analyzing data, viewing computer monitors, and reading. The work environment is indoors, protected from outside elements, and may involve viewing presentation screens and other visual aids in a virtual setting. GP Strategies Government Solutions describes its culture as focused on performance, respect, fairness, and collaboration, and states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

At least five years of experience managing training facilities, training operations, or similar operational environments.
Experience coordinating instructor schedules and supporting training program delivery.
Experience preparing, managing, and recovering training venues and facilities.
Experience supporting complex training environments with multiple stakeholders and operational requirements.
Knowledge of emergency preparedness, emergency management, disaster response, public safety, military operations, homeland security, or a related field.
Strong organizational, scheduling, and operational management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and scheduling systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain required government security, suitability, or background investigation requirements.
U.S. citizenship is required in accordance with federal contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting emergency management, homeland security, public safety, military, law enforcement, fire service, or EMS training programs.
Familiarity with first responder training environments and exercise support operations.
Experience supporting large-scale exercises, simulations, or disaster preparedness training programs.
Knowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) principles.
Experience managing training facilities involving realistic emergency response scenarios.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations of assigned training facilities and venues supporting emergency preparedness and response training programs.
Coordinate instructor scheduling and facility utilization to support training courses and exercises.
Configure training venues to meet curriculum and exercise requirements.
Oversee preparation, setup, inspection, recovery, and resetting of facilities before and after training events.
Coordinate with instructors, operations personnel, support staff, and program leadership to ensure training activities are executed effectively and safely.
Ensure training environments meet operational, safety, and quality standards.
Support realistic training scenarios, simulations, and full-scale exercises for first responders.
Monitor facility readiness and identify opportunities to improve training effectiveness and operational efficiency.
Assist with resource planning, scheduling, logistics coordination, and operational reporting.
Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
Support programs focused on incident management, mass casualty response, natural disaster response, CBRNE incidents, and terrorism preparedness and response.
Provide customer service and support to instructors, participants, stakeholders, and leadership.