Emergency Manager in Villanova, Pennsylvania at Villanova University

Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more

The Emergency Manager provides leadership, coordination, and administration of Villanova University’s comprehensive all-hazards emergency management program. Reporting to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety, this position is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, continuity, and resilience programs across the University’s campuses and operations.

The Emergency Manager works collaboratively with University leadership, Public Safety, Facilities Management, Student Life, University Communications, the Office of the Provost, University Information Technology, Athletics, Research Administration, and external partners to ensure institutional readiness for emergencies and disruptive events. The position serves as the University’s primary coordinator for emergency management planning, preparedness training, exercises, incident support, continuity planning, and emergency management program development.

The Emergency Manager develops and maintains emergency operations plans, annexes, procedures, and preparedness initiatives that support the University’s ability to protect life, maintain critical functions, sustain academic and business operations, and recover efficiently from emergencies. The position coordinates institutional emergency preparedness efforts across multiple campuses and supports major events, special events, and other activities requiring emergency planning and coordination.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Safety Administration, Environmental Health and Safety, Business Continuity, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field.

Comprehensive knowledge of emergency management principles and practices, including preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, continuity, and resilience.

Master’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Homeland Security, Public Health, Business Continuity, Risk Management, or a related discipline.

Work is performed in both office and field environments. The position may be required to respond to emergencies outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during adverse weather conditions.

Periodic travel between University campuses and off-site locations may be required.

The position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, communicate effectively, and operate computers, mobile devices, communications equipment, and other office technology for extended periods.

This position falls within salaried grade 17 and the range is $84,000-105,100. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.