Justin Comeau, Msem
About Justin Comeau, Msem
Justin Comeau, MSEM, serves as the Director of Enterprise Risk and Emergency Management at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he leads the International Travel Risk Management Program and coordinates emergency response efforts. He holds a Master of Science in Emergency Management from Massachusetts Maritime Academy and has extensive experience in emergency management roles within higher education and the U.S. Air Force.
Work at UMass Boston
Currently, Justin Comeau serves as the Director of Enterprise Risk and Emergency Management at the University of Massachusetts Boston. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he leads the International Travel Risk Management Program and oversees the Emergency Operations Center, coordinating emergency response efforts on campus. Prior to this, he worked in various capacities at UMass Boston, including Emergency Manager from 2018 to 2021 and Assistant Emergency Manager from 2016 to 2018. His experience includes organizing training sessions and exercises to evaluate and improve emergency response plans.
Education and Expertise
Justin Comeau holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Emergency Management from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, which he completed from 2014 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Massachusetts Boston, studying there from 2009 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in emergency management and risk assessment.
Background
Justin Comeau completed his high school education at Marshfield High School from 2004 to 2008. Following high school, he worked as a US Government Civilian Employee with the United States Air Force from 2009 to 2012 at Hanscom AFB. His early career experiences contributed to his knowledge and skills in emergency management, leading to his subsequent roles in higher education.
Achievements
Justin Comeau developed a public information program aimed at enhancing community awareness about safety and preparedness activities. His collaborative efforts with county, state, and federal emergency management agencies focus on ensuring comprehensive emergency preparedness. He has played a significant role in organizing training sessions to improve emergency response capabilities.