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How much do emergency management director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for emergency management director in the United States is $98,658.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an emergency management director do?

An Emergency Management Director assesses and develops policies and protocols for an organization or business to follow in the event of a crisis, emergency, or natural disaster in a metropolitan area. For this job, your responsibilities include conducting assessments of current policies, suggesting changes and new strategies, and training employees on the organization’s emergency management policies. You also work with local emergency services and first responders to develop effective emergency plans. In the event of a crisis, you are in charge of enacting and executing these procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an emergency management director?

To thrive as an Emergency Management Director, you need expertise in disaster response planning, risk assessment, and crisis management, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in emergency services. Familiarity with emergency management software (like WebEOC), FEMA guidelines, and certifications such as CEM (Certified Emergency Manager) are highly valuable. Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills help coordinate teams and effectively collaborate with government agencies and the public. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure effective preparedness, response, and recovery during emergencies, minimizing risk and protecting communities.

What are some common challenges emergency management directors face when coordinating disaster response efforts?

Emergency Management Directors often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing situations, coordinating across multiple agencies, and ensuring clear communication during high-stress events. They must balance limited resources while prioritizing public safety and adhere to local, state, and federal regulations. Building strong partnerships and conducting regular training exercises help address these challenges, but flexibility and quick decision-making remain essential skills in this role.

What is the difference between Emergency Management Director vs Fire Chief?

AspectEmergency Management DirectorFire Chief
CredentialsEmergency management certifications, degrees in public safety or emergency managementFire science degrees, firefighter certifications, leadership training
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, emergency response agencies, planning officesFire stations, emergency scenes, command centers
Employer & IndustryLocal, state, or federal government agenciesFire departments, municipal government

While both roles focus on public safety, the Emergency Management Director oversees overall emergency preparedness and coordination across agencies, whereas the Fire Chief manages firefighting operations and personnel within a fire department. The roles often collaborate but differ in scope and daily responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Management Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,658 per year, or $47.4 per hour.

Emergency Management Director

Greensboro, NC • On-site

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Newspaper Publishers • 201 - 500 employees

$86 - $95/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Posting Details Classification Information Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview Primary Purpose of Position

The Emergency Management Director leads the University’s all-hazards emergency management program and serves as North Carolina A&T State University’s principal authority on emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Police and Public Safety / Chief of Police, the Director provides a single point of coordination for emergency planning across the institution and serves as the University’s primary liaison to local, state, and federal emergency management partners. The role ensures the continuity of academic, research, residential, and athletic operations in the face of all hazards, advancing the University’s mission as a doctoral, land-grant, historically Black research university and its aspiration to achieve Carnegie R1 status.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The University Police Department supports the University’s core mission of teaching, research, and public service. The Department provides comprehensive and professional public safety services and secure, convenient access to the North Carolina A&T State University campus and its owned entities. The Department protects and serves the University community by enforcing the laws of North Carolina, preserving and optimizing resources, and maintaining an environment that fosters education and community-oriented service. Emergency management is administered within the Department and serves the entire University community on a continuous, all-hazards basis.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency management including at least three (3) years of supervisory or program‑leadership experience. The incumbent’s experience must reflect a demonstrated record of leading an emergency management function or serving as a principal deputy including coordination during declared disasters, full-scale exercises, and significant real-world emergency activation.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Master’s degree in emergency management, homeland security, public administration, or a related field. Direct experience in a higher-education environment or coordinating with higher-education institutions in an emergency management role, is highly desirable. Active professional credentials such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) through the International Association of Emergency Managers or North Carolina Executive Emergency Manager. Completion of advanced FEMA professional development programs such as the Master Exercise Practitioner Program (MEP), the National Emergency Management Advanced Academy, or the National Emergency Management Executive Academy.

Required License or Certification

This position is designated as a Mandatory Employee and requires availability on short notice for emergencies. During activation of the Emergency Operations Center, on-site presence at the EOC or at emergency or disaster sites on campus may be required throughout response and recovery operations. The incumbent must be available for call-back during significant emergencies and disasters.

Remote or Hybrid Workarrangement Eligibility

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site).

Position Information Working Title

Emergency Management Director

Position Number

004358

Recruitment Salary Range

$86,243 - $95,000

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

Organizational Division

Asst VC Bus & Fin/Police Administration

Organizational Location

VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit

Chief of Police - Office

Posting Detail Information Posting Number

EPA3108

Open Date

06/08/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

07/06/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Date Position Available

7/1/2026

Employee Benefits
  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
  • Community Service Leave
  • Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
  • NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount
  • and more
Remote or Hybrid Eligibility Statement

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid workarrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Supplemental Questions
  1. Do you have experience working in a college/university environment?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. How many years of direct work experience do you have in the emergency management field?
    • 3 or more years
    • 1-2 years
    • Less than 1 year
    • None
  3. Please describe any Instructor Certifications you may have? (Open Ended Question)
  4. Do you have experience writing emergency operations/action plans?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. Have you conducted after action reviews for emergency incidents?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. If yes to previous, describe the incident and some issues raised in the after action review. (Open Ended Question)
  7. Do you have experience designing/conducting full-scale, functional or tabletop emergency exercises?
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
Optional Documents
  1. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
  2. Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
Compliance and Eligibility Statements

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form.

Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity andAffirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employmentwill be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&TStateUniversity on the basis of race, religion, color, nationalorigin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, politicalaffiliation, genetic information or sexualorientation and sexualidentity.

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