Joseph Allen, CEM, MPA

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Senior Associate

Joseph Allen, CEM, MPA, is responsible for servicing clients in emergency management and security operations. His responsibilities include campus emergency management initiatives, like the development of all-hazard emergency operations plans, hazard and vulnerability assessments, discussion and operations-based exercises, and emergency management training. Joseph was previously a planner and trainer for the New Jersey State Police Office of Emergency Management. There, he was responsible for writing plans and procedures for the New Jersey State Emergency Operations Center and providing training to representatives from all state departments specific to their roles during a disaster. He also delivered emergency management training and exercise programs to county, municipal, and private sector agencies throughout the state.

Certifications:

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
New Jersey Certified Emergency Manager (NJCEM)

Associations:

International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)
New Jersey Emergency Management Association (NJEMA)

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