Emergency Management & Compliance Coordinator

About the position The Emergency Management & Compliance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating emergency preparedness, emergency management, training initiatives, and strategic support functions for the SUNY Erie College Safety Department. The position assists with campus emergency operations planning, Clery Act compliance, threat assessment activities, incident management, investigations, standard operating procedures development, and campus-wide preparedness initiatives designed to support a safe and secure educational environment across all SUNY Erie campuses and buildings. The position works closely with college administration, faculty, staff, students, external emergency response agencies, and public safety partners to enhance campus safety, emergency readiness, and institutional resilience. This position serves in a highly responsible and confidential role within the College Safety Department and requires independent judgment, discretion, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations involving safety, compliance, emergency operations, and administrative investigations. Responsibilities • Assist in the development, implementation, maintenance, and revision of the College Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) • Coordinate emergency preparedness initiatives, drills, tabletop exercises, and training programs • Assist with Emergency Operations Center (EOC) coordination during major incidents and emergencies • Support continuity of operations and emergency recovery planning efforts • Coordinate with local, state, and federal emergency management and public safety agencies • Assist in preparing and maintaining the Annual Security Report (ASR) in compliance with the Clery Act • Maintain Clery-related statistical reporting and documentation • Coordinate Campus Security Authority (CSA) training and reporting requirements • Assist with timely warnings, emergency notifications, and regulatory compliance requirements • Maintain records related to emergency preparedness and compliance initiatives • Develop and provide safety and emergency preparedness training for faculty, staff, students, administrators, and College Safety personnel • Coordinate active threat, lockdown, evacuation, shelter-in-place, and emergency response training programs • Assist in developing educational materials related to campus safety and emergency preparedness • Promote safety awareness and preparedness initiatives throughout the college community • Assist with sensitive and confidential administrative and safety-related investigations • Support behavioral intervention, CARE, and threat assessment activities as assigned • Assist with case documentation, evidence management, interview coordination, and investigative follow-up • Prepare reports and maintain confidential records related to investigations and threat assessments • Assist in developing and updating College Safety policies, procedures, and emergency response protocols • Support accreditation, compliance reviews, audits, and institutional safety initiatives • Conduct research and prepare reports related to safety, compliance, and emergency management matters • Represent the College Safety Department on committees, working groups, and institutional initiatives related to college safety measures • Respond to campus emergencies and critical incidents as required • Participate in after-hours emergency response activities when necessary • Perform related duties as assigned by the Chief of College Safety Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Law Enforcement, or a closely related field • Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management, public safety, law enforcement, higher education safety, investigations, or related field • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information • Ability to work effectively with diverse campus populations and external agencies • Valid New York State Driver License at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment Nice-to-haves • Experience in higher education public safety or emergency management • Knowledge of Clery Act requirements and compliance standards • FEMA ICS/NIMS certifications • Investigative or law enforcement experience • Experience developing and delivering training programs • Experience with emergency notification systems and incident management Benefits • Excellent health and benefits packages are comparable to offerings through similar county and New York State positions. • College’s expansive Health & Wellness initiatives • Tuition-free college courses are available for both employees and their families.