Emergency Preparedness Safety Coordinator - WEC Detention Facility

Emergency Preparedness Safety Coordinator - WEC Detention Facility (Open)

The Emergency Preparedness (EP) and Safety Coordinator at WEC Detention Facility is responsible for overseeing the facility's compliance with the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) safety protocols and emergency preparedness requirements, while also serving as the facility's designated Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Coordinator. This position ensures the facility maintains readiness for all-hazard incidents, adheres to occupational safety standards, and meets PREA compliance benchmarks set by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), ICE, and NDCS policy.

Duties :

• NDCS safety program compliance
• Emergency preparedness
• PREA coordination
• Training and awareness
• Audit and inspection readiness
• Drill and exercise management
• Interdepartmental collaboration

Requirements / Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications : Post high school training in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, disaster planning, or related field and responsible correctional experience.

Preferred Qualifications : Associates degree plus three years correctional experience. Experience in state or federal emergency management (must be able to complete NEMA certification). Experience with the use and application of audio / visual training aids and / or equipment; experience giving presentations.

Other : A valid driver's license is required. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order : medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.