Project Manager, Emergency Preparedness and Response

Job Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Emergency Management and Operational Resilience, the Project Manager, Emergency Preparedness and Response will support GNYHA members by providing technical assistance, education, and policy updates to members on topics related to emergency management and facility security and operations. The Project Manager, Emergency Preparedness and Response will also help our members prepare for, respond to, and mitigate the impacts of emergency incidents ranging from cyberattacks to extreme weather events.

Responsibilities:

Monitor relevant laws, regulations, and guidance related to emergency preparedness and facility security, synthesizing information for hospital and continuing care members.

Contribute to planning of periodic member and stakeholder meetings.

Support issue-specific workgroups designed to address a particular challenge or issue in emergency management or hospital security and operations.

Contribute to the research, design, and execution of educational programming for members, including tabletop and other preparedness exercises and after-action analyses.

Support maintenance and ongoing development of GNYHA’s web-based situational awareness platform, Sit Stat.

Represent GNYHA and member interests in planning efforts, exercises, and other collaborative activities with governmental and non-governmental partners.

Serve in an on-call capacity in support of member hospitals during emergencies and disasters during off-hours, as needed and as part of a team.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

At least one year of experience in healthcare, emergency management, public health, or a related field.

Ability to creatively foster relationships and solve problems with members, government partners, and other key stakeholder groups.

Proficiency using Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and Outlook.

Experience in researching new topics and best practices and translating them to the health care field.

Strong written and oral communication skills

Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a relevant field.