Under general supervision, the Manager of Emergency Preparedness is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the Emergency Preparedness Program. This includes the coordination of activities relating to prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The position involves developing and implementing disaster preparedness training and exercise programs that test and support emergency plans for OU Health, identifying deficiencies, and striving to improve organizational resiliency. The Manager ensures that the training and exercise program meets requirements as mandated and/or recommended by federal, state, and/or local agencies. Responsibilities also include scheduling, coordinating, and conducting training courses, workshops, seminars, exercises, and meetings, which may involve securing instructors, developing instructional materials, and reserving facilities. The Manager maintains records and documents on training and exercises conducted and/or hosted by OU Health as mandated and/or recommended by federal, state, and/or local agencies. Additionally, the Manager assists in emergency response and operations when directed and conducts training of organizational staff in the preparation of long-term plans compatible with the mission and vision of OU Health. During a disaster, the work schedule is subject to adjustment to properly support the operations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).