Emergency Response Manager

Who You Are

As an Emergency Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of emergency preparedness and response to ensure the safety and well-being of our organization and community.

Responsibilities and Duties  

• Risk Management: Identify potential hazards and develop comprehensive plans to mitigate and manage risks.
• Equipment Inspection: Oversee inspection programs for emergency equipment, including fire water systems, deluge systems, fire extinguishers, hydrants, SCBAs, communications systems, emergency alarm panels, spill response equipment, and confined space entry and rescue equipment.
• Training: Provide or assist with training on topics such as fall protection, hazard communication, First Aid (CPR/AED), hazardous materials, HAZWOPER, incident command, and required emergency response team trainings.
• Emergency Support: Offer support during facility emergencies to response teams, field or command staff as needed.
• Plan Review: Regularly review and update Emergency Action Plans and response procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory, technical, and operational requirements.
• Collaborative Training: Work with other departments to schedule and document on and off-site emergency response training.
• Resource Management: Develop, maintain, and update all materials associated with emergency preparedness.
• Stakeholder Relations: Foster relationships with city/county departments, municipalities, and neighboring facilities to coordinate response efforts.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations affecting emergency response.
• Incident Review: Prepare or participate in emergency incident reports/critiques to evaluate response efforts and needs.
• Drill Coordination: Develop and conduct emergency preparedness drills for both minor and major emergency situations.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties and assignments as directed by your manager/supervisor.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements 

• Associate degree or a minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment dealing with highly hazardous chemicals, or 3 years of full-time emergency management experience.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of maintaining emergency response PPE and equipment.
• Experience in Emergency Response, Incident Command, or Unified Command Staff.
• Strong communication skills with thorough attention to detail.
• Experience in Environmental, Health, Safety, and Process Safety Management.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis
• Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes
• Move items up to 50 lbs with the assistance of lift equipment and carts
• Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
• Reach low shelves or items on the floor
• Enter spaces narrower than 3 feet
• Climb stairs or over containment walls
• Precise and repetitive handling of a range of material quantities
• Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location

The starting base pay for this role is between $99,000 and $125,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses.  The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
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