Assistant Director of Emergency Preparedness, Health & Safety: Safety, Security, and Emergency Prepa

Assistant Director of Emergency Preparedness, Health & Safety:
Safety, Security, and Emergency Preparedness

Salary: $87,011.92 - $97,196.84

Location:

Lynnwood, Washington

The Assistant Director of EP/H&S assists the Director SSEP in the development, documentation, and implementation of EP and H&S training, preparedness, and response for Edmonds College. The Assistant Director collaborates with a diverse campus community, including senior leadership, and supports relationships with outside agencies regarding EP and H&S readiness and response.

This is a full-time exempt position reporting to the Director - Safety, Security, and Emergency Preparedness (SSEP).

For information on applying, please see the Application Procedures and Required Documents below. Applications received by January 23, 2026 5:00 PM PST will receive priority consideration. This position is open until filled.

• Prepare for and support response to EC-wide events and emergencies, including remote EC related locations.
• Facilitate and coordinate communication and response efforts.
• Develop, maintain, and improve emergency response plans.
• Maintain updates and improvements to the Emergency Operations Plan in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide training to emergency response team members and campus community.
• Coordinate with other departments to assist in delivering training.
• Plan, coordinate, and document drills and exercises to assess the strength of the Emergency Operations Plan and readiness of the EP Team.
• Develop After Action Reports (AAR's) to identify and close gaps or implement process improvements.
• Ensure EP equipment and materials are in working order and meet current applicable city, state, and federal guidelines.
• Coordinate a comprehensive safety and accident prevention program including implementation of safety standards and regulations in accordance with federal & state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Work with Occupational Development and Training (ODET) to maintain records of employee training for health and safety.
• Assist with EP and H&S portion of new employee orientation for all college employees.
• Keep current with the interpretation of existing and newly implemented provisions of WISHA/OSHA and other H&S regulations.
• Research, make recommendations and assist with the development of College policies and procedures related to safety and health in coordination with campus partners.