What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Management Coordinator position at Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District?
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree in emergency management, criminal justice, disaster management, planning or a related field required. Five years of directly related job experience may be substituted for education requirement.
- Three years of work experience in emergency management planning required. Experience in a public school system strongly preferred.
- Incident Command System Certification (100-400, 700, and 800) strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Standard Response Protocol (SRP) procedures in accordance with iLoveUGuys Foundation
- Knowledge of standard methods and procedures of operating emergency and disaster plans.
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing emergency and disaster plans.
- Knowledge of state requirements for school district emergency management and safety and security functions
- Skilled in operating standard computer equipment, hardware and software
- Possess the ability to interpret NIMS, state and local emergency management documents preferred.
- Ability to work effectively with staff, emergency services, and the public in a multicultural community.
- Strong oral and written communication and public speaking skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity of information.
- Ability to analyze data, create charts and graphs and write reports.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
244 Days
SALARY/PAYGRADE:
$72,425 (PA-7)
Salary (based on job-related experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develops, maintains, and evaluates the district’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and campus/facility Crisis Response Plans in compliance with TEC 37.108.
- Coordinates district-wide crisis response planning efforts.
- Coordinates and delivers emergency response, safety, and security training for district employees, including substitute teachers, in compliance with TEC Sec. 37.114.
- Coordinates and evaluates mandatory drills and exercises for all campuses and non-instructional facilities in compliance with TEC Sec. 37.108 and TEC Sec. 37.114.
- Conducts campus safety and security audits in accordance with Texas School Safety Center guidelines and TEC 37.108.
- Coordinates with the Specialist to maintain accurate School Safety Liaison (SSL) rosters.
- Oversees First Responder Campus Orientation visits and the creation and distribution of first responder maps for all district facilities.
- Oversees compliance with the district’s weekly exterior door sweep requirements and TEA standards.
- Oversees the District Reunification Task Force (DRTF), including member coordination and training materials.
- Prepares Event Action Plans (EAPs) for large-scale district-hosted events utilizing appropriate FEMA ICS forms.
- Coordinates Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activities during planned events, emergency response operations, and disaster recovery efforts.
- Serves as the district emergency management liaison to the Harris County Emergency Operations Center (TranStar) alongside the Director of Emergency Management.
- Coordinates with CFPD, district leadership, local emergency responders, regional school districts, and partner agencies to enhance emergency response capabilities and resource management through trainings, meetings, conferences, and collaborative planning efforts.
- Participates in regional coalitions, committees, National Weather Service distribution emails, webinars, and other emergency management coordination activities related to severe weather and disaster preparedness.
- Disseminates timely weather and emergency preparedness information to district staff.
- Develops and coordinates the district’s local hazard mitigation plan and hazardous materials/train derailment response procedures for facilities within 1,000 yards of railways.
- Partners with the Director of Emergency Management to develop and maintain inventories of disaster-related resources.
- Oversees and analyzes campus after-action reports following actual emergency incidents and assists with corrective action planning.
- Coordinates and manages the district’s emergency management internship program.
- Prepares and manages contracts, grant applications, and external funding opportunities related to emergency management and school safety initiatives.
- Participates in required reporting, presentations, and activities for the district’s School Safety and Security Committee in compliance with TEC Sec. 37.109.
- Provides consultation and technical assistance to district leadership, partner school districts, emergency managers, first responders, parents, volunteer agencies, and community stakeholders involved in emergency management efforts.
- Performs additional duties as assigned, including traffic flow studies, policy analysis, inventory management, website maintenance, and other responsibilities assigned by Police Command staff.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district wide travel, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Occasional exposure to the outdoors and noise.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Human Resources
Phone: 281-517-2680
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Until filled
Applications will be reviewed
Not all applicants will be interviewed
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