Jobs at Jewish Federation of Detroit
Director, Community Preparedness
Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
About Us:
The Jewish Federation of Detroit is the cornerstone of Jewish philanthropy and community engagement in Southeast Michigan. We are a community-driven organization committed to meeting the needs of the Jewish people and strengthening Jewish life—locally, in Israel, and around the world.
About the Role:
The Jewish Federation of Detroit is seeking a Director of Community Preparedness to coordinate and strengthen community‑wide crisis preparedness and security planning. This role serves as the Federation’s primary liaison to Jewish Community Security, Inc. (JCSI) and works closely with communal partners, security consultants, and public safety stakeholders to support a coordinated approach to community safety.
Key Responsibilities
The Jewish Federation of Detroit is the cornerstone of Jewish philanthropy and community engagement in Southeast Michigan. We are a community-driven organization committed to meeting the needs of the Jewish people and strengthening Jewish life—locally, in Israel, and around the world.
About the Role:
The Jewish Federation of Detroit is seeking a Director of Community Preparedness to coordinate and strengthen community‑wide crisis preparedness and security planning. This role serves as the Federation’s primary liaison to Jewish Community Security, Inc. (JCSI) and works closely with communal partners, security consultants, and public safety stakeholders to support a coordinated approach to community safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and maintain the Federation’s Community Crisis Management Plan and related preparedness efforts.
- Serve as the primary Federation liaison to Jewish Community Security, Inc. (JCSI).
- Support community‑wide security and preparedness strategy and planning in partnership with JCSI.
- Coordinate crisis planning activities, tabletop exercises, drills, and after‑action reviews with appropriate partners.
- Coordinate community preparedness training and exercises led by JCSI or other experts.
- Help ensure alignment, consistency, and clear roles across agencies, schools, synagogues, and other community organizations.
- Manage relationships with security consultants and vendors, helping align scope, priorities, and outcomes.
- Staff the community Security Committee, including scheduling meetings, developing agendas, documenting action items, and tracking follow‑through on priorities.
- Support preparedness‑related communication planning and coordination.
- Prepare briefings and updates for Federation leadership and stakeholders as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree required; relevant advanced training or education preferred.
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience leading complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives (e.g., preparedness, risk management, operations, community engagement, or public safety).
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects, convene stakeholders, and drive follow‑through across multiple partners.
- Strong organizational, communication, and relationship‑management skills.
- Ability to operate calmly, professionally, and effectively in high‑pressure situations.
