Resilience Hub Coordinator

JOB TITLE: IMAG Resilience Hub Coordinator (Full-Time)

DIVISION: IMAG History & Science Center

REPORTS TO: Sr. Director of Operations

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

COMPENSATION RANGE: $65,000 - $75,000

BENEFITS: PTO, Sick; medical, retirement plan

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION: The IMAG History & Science Center is a family-friendly destination featuring interactive exhibits, aquariums, activities, and history displays for all ages including a 3D theater; an interactive, augmented reality sandbox; a virtual reality experience; and more. The IMAG mission is to use the lenses of history and science to help people understand and explore the rich culture and habitat of Southwest Florida through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM education) and its history and arts.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Resilience Hub Coordinator is responsible for coordinating services and partner engagements for both "blue sky" (normal operations) and "grey sky" (emergency/disaster response) conditions at the IMAG as a designated resilience hub. This position also works with the Executive Director to oversee the building's maintenance and upgrades to ensure it remains a fully functional hub for community resilience and emergency preparedness.

The Resilience Hub Coordinator will lead the development, implementation, and operation of a Resilience Hub within the resilience hub network to enhance community preparedness, resource distribution, and sustainability. This role requires a dynamic professional committed to community development and empowerment, resilience, and stewardship who can collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including community members, government agencies, and faith-based and non-profit organizations. The coordinator will develop and foster trusted relationships in the community to understand changing needs and place-based services will be coordinated accordingly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Hub Development and Implementation:

• Coordinate with the Executive Director on strategies for site enhancements, including structural upgrades, power solutions, and communications systems.
• Develop operational plans for normal, disruption, and recovery modes.
• Establish “connecting” programing to incorporate HUB operations with IMAG’s mission driven operations.
• Act as HUB liason to Lee County Emergency Management, including pre and post incident on-site operations.

Community Engagement:

• Facilitate meaningful partnerships with community members, organizations, and local leaders to co-develop and co-manage hubs.
• Organize workshops, training sessions, and community forums to build awareness and preparedness.
• Act as a trusted liaison to ensure community-defined needs are prioritized.
• Identify and attend off-site opportuntites for HUB and IMAG programing promotions, connections, and awarness.

Operational Management:

In coordination with the Executive Director, the IMAG Resilience Hub Coordinator will:

• Establish and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the IMAG Resilience Hub, ensuring seamless and community-driven service delivery.
• In conjunction with local governments and Emergency Management, establish protocols for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts, including resource distribution and communications strategies.
• Coordinate and facilitate the integration of essential services for community support during emergencies, such as sheltering, communications, and resource distribution.
• Manage data collection and reporting for continuous improvement and impact measurement.
• Manage and coordinate consultants, including the coordination of related press releases, announcement, website updates, newsletter articles, etc.
• Coordinate with the Executive Director on upgrades and maintenance of the building, ensuring facilities are prepared for emergency and disaster response scenarios.
• Coordinate with IMAG Operations contractors and service providers to manage building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) and ensure they meet resilience and sustainability standards.
• Develop and implement a building maintenance plan that includes routine checks and emergency preparedness improvements.
• Stay up to date with local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to emergency and disaster operations
• Monitor and report on building performance and functionality, addressing any issues that could hinder IMAG’s role as a resilience hub.
• Coordinate with IMAG programing staff to develop and facilitate IMAG mission-driven programing related to HUB operations.

Funding and Resource Mobilization:

• Identify funding opportunities, write grant proposals, and manage budgets related to hub operations.
• Collaborate with local businesses, foundations, and government agencies to secure resources and financial support.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:

• Develop, foster, and maintain relationships with local community organizations, government departments, faith-based organizations and other external partners to enhance hub functionality.
• Provide an outstanding partner experience in all forms of communications.

Qualifications:

• Post secondary degree or certification in community relations, emergency managment, event management or related; or equivalent experience.
• Have a successful track record of building relationships with public and nonprofit institutions, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and integrating the leadership of service recipients and people with lived experience in decision-making.
• Ability to fulfill job responsibilities with minimal supervision. Understanding of and ability to apply accounting principles, concepts, practices and procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in systems, recordkeeping, reports and the use of personal computers (including such programs as Excel and Word).
• Advanced negotiation skills with ability to deal effectively with a variety of people at all levels; good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate and handle a variety of events and several projects at one time.
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of people at all levels; good oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Special Requirements:

Must possess the highest ethical standards, honesty, integrity, professionalism, politeness, courteousness, a positive attitude, dedication to quality and accuracy, and an ability to work well with co-workers in a small office.

A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required. Candidates must be willing to travel as needed for work-related activities. Additionally, flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours will be necessary based on program needs.

GRANT FUNDED POSITION:

Please note that this position is funded through grants, and its continuation is contingent upon ongoing funding. While we are committed to sustaining this role and actively seeking funding to support it, employment under this position is subject to the availability of grant funds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000