Continuity Manager

Position Description:
This position will design, manage and direct the continuity programs for NDSU , facilitating their inclusion with the emergency response framework of the university. This position will create, develop, implement and exercise policies and procedures related to continuity management and coordinate and integrate continuity planning strategies with related disciplines, including disaster recovery, emergency response and crisis management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate field of study related to emergency management, risk assessment, business continuity, etc.
• Five years experience in relevant field, with at least two years directly related to continuity planning and operations
• Experience in conducting tabletop and/or functional exercises related to continuity and emergency response
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and appropriately based on audience with excellent facilitation and presentation skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Demonstrated excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• More than two years experience working with continuity planning and operations
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of applications, especially Outlook and Excel

Physical Demands:
Must frequently be able to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, and use hands/fingers; occasionally reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop/kneel/crouch and/or crawl, taste and smell, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Screening Date: 08/05/2019
Open Until Filled: No
Search Type: Internal/External Simultaneously: Open to all applicants
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. • 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Location (City, State): Fargo, ND

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a North Dakota resident?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you qualify for North Dakota veteran's preference?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * If yes, list exact dates of service:
   (Open Ended Question)
   
4. * Do you qualify for North Dakota disabled veteran's preference?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No
6. How did you hear about this position?
   • Academic Department
   • Bismarck Tribune
   • CareerFargo.com
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Fargo Forum
   • JobsHQ
   • Friend/Co-worker/Family member
   • Higheredjobs.com
   • Indeed.com
   • Job Service of North Dakota
   • NDSU Employee
   • NDSU Website
   • Other newspaper (Please specify below)
   • Professional Publication/Organization Website
   • University Placement Office
   • Inside Higher Education
   • Other (Please specify below)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Veterans Preference Claim Form (DD214)
2. Veterans Administration Letter
3. Other Document 1
4. Other Document 2