Emergency Management Specialist

Job Title
Emergency Management Specialist


Requisition Number
RE51142


Working Title

Department Name
3HD00:Office Of Emergency Management


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
44


Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BS



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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

0 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs., sitting for extended periods of time; including sitting at computer workstation. Occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job, loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, burns, cuts/punctures, combative/violent people, and animal handling (including carcasses).



Shift

If non-sworn, primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with flexibility for trainings, presentations, etc outside of these hours.



Job Summary

The Emergency Management Specialist is responsible for advancing the University’s emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. This position leads the development and coordination of emergency management programs, oversees planning and training initiatives, and supports real-time crisis operations.

Key responsibilities include managing projects, facilitating emergency exercises, producing after-action reports, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This position serves as a critical resource to campus departments; helping to ensure a coordinated and effective response to emergencies, while fostering a culture of readiness and continuous improvement.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This position will require candidates to take a polygraph examination as part of the University Police Department’s employment process.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
08/17/2025


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.