Emergency Response Manager at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
  • A minimum of ten years’ experience in physical security (preferably within GM, automotive or manufacturing company)
  • Five years of progressively responsible experience designing and leading security programs or cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong strategic thinking, planning, and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels
  • Ability to build trust and rapport and to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
  • Strong knowledge and/or proven experience in emergency/security operations and planning
  • Strong knowledge and/or proven experience in fire and emergency alarm systems
  • Strong knowledge and/or proven experience in building relationships and liaising with local emergency services
  • Strong knowledge and/or proven experience in conducting emergency drills and tabletop exercises
  • Strong knowledge and/or proven experience in developing and writing policies, standards, and procedures

Responsibilities

  • Develop and drive the long-term strategy for GM’s emergency response program, aligned with Global Security and enterprise-wide goals
  • Provide strategic direction and oversight for emergency response initiatives across global sites
  • Establish and implement global standards, tools, and procedures to ensure program consistency, effectiveness, and continuous improvement
  • Lead cross-functional development and maintenance of GM’s workplace violence preparedness program
  • Oversee the planning and execution of full-scale, functional, and tabletop emergency response exercises to validate preparedness and coordination
  • Lead the design and delivery of training programs that support emergency response and workplace violence preparedness initiatives across global sites
  • Ensure consistent deployment and utilization of emergency response systems and tools across global sites
  • Benchmark with external organizations to identify and integrate best practices into GM’s emergency response framework
  • Partner with key internal stakeholders (e.g., Site Security, Facilities, IT, Workplace Safety, Manufacturing, Risk Management) to drive cross-functional alignment and impact
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to team members and extended stakeholders to support development and engagement
  • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across all emergency response functions

Skills

Emergency Response
Workplace Violence Preparedness
Strategic Planning
Policy Development
Stakeholder Engagement
Training Program Design
Exercise Planning
Cross-Functional Leadership
Benchmarking
Global Program Management
Risk Management
Operational Excellence

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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