Director of Response Operations

Job Description:

Director of Response Operations

Description

Job Title
Director of Response Operations

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department
Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary
$14,104.50 monthly

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Director of Response Operations

$14,104.50/month

1 Position Available

College Station, Texas

Glimpse of the Job

The Director of Response Operations oversees the Texas A&M Task Force and related TEEX response teams and is responsible for leading the emergency response system that manages Emergency Support Function (ESF-9 Urban Search and Rescue) capabilities, ensuring statewide operational readiness and seamless integration with FEMA’s National US&R Response System. The Director leads the emergency response system and coordinates Task Force deployments in response to Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) requests, FEMA activation requests, and other local, state, and federal incidents.

This role is responsible for strategic planning; oversight of training, exercises, and canine programs; financial and grant management, including compliance with the FEMA Cooperative Agreement; maintenance of the equipment cache lifecycle; and facility security. The Director leverages and coordinates resources across the State of Texas to deliver immediate rescue and emergency relief services to disaster-impacted communities.

The Director serves as the senior liaison to key state and national partners, including the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), Texas Military Department (TMD), Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), FEMA US&R Branch, and local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and provides management and oversight of Texas A&M Task Force 1, Texas Task Force 2, and Texas A&M Task Force 3.

This position reports to the Director, Agency.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  
• Ten years of related experience in agency level strategic planning, maintaining efficient and effective processes that address complex challenges to improve productivity and the overall workplace environment, program management and development, personnel, and/or budget operations.
  
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
  
• Must have a valid passport or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  
• Five years of supervisory experience.
  

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

TEEX offers world-class training in fire/rescue, infrastructure/safety, law enforcement, economic/workforce development, and homeland security. Every TEEXan directly impacts the professionals who respond to emergencies, safeguard communities, and ultimately save lives.

We are focused on enhancing organizational effectiveness by creating an optimal work environment for TEEXans, empowering them to better themselves and their communities.

How TEEX Can Make a Difference for You

Amazing Benefits and Retirement

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance through the Texas A&M System . We contribute to employee health and basic life premiums.
  
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
  

Dedicated to Work/Life Balance

• 12-15 paid holidays per year.
  
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
  
• Wellness Programs and Release Time
  

Supporting Education and Professional Development

• LinkedIn Learning at No-Cost
  
• Educational Reimbursement Assistance and Release Time
  
• Leadership Programs
  

TEEX Employer Notices Military Crosswalk Info

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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