Jennifer Nolan
About Jennifer Nolan
Jennifer Nolan serves as the Associate Director of the Office of Emergency Management at Yale University, bringing extensive experience in emergency management and security. She holds multiple degrees from the University of New Haven and has held various roles in emergency preparedness and business continuity across several organizations.
Current Role at Yale University
Jennifer Nolan serves as the Associate Director of the Office of Emergency Management at Yale University. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the university's emergency preparedness and response strategies. Her role involves overseeing emergency management initiatives and collaborating with various departments to enhance safety protocols within the university community.
Previous Experience in Emergency Management
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Nolan worked in various capacities related to emergency management. She was a Project Coordinator in the Office of Emergency Management at Yale University for six months in 2014. Additionally, she served as a Business Continuity Specialist at Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. from 2014 to 2016 and at Hartford Steam Boiler from 2016 to 2017. Her experience includes significant contributions to emergency planning and continuity strategies.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Nolan holds a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration and a Bachelor's degree in Fire/Arson Investigation and Prevention, both from the University of New Haven, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Emergency Management from the same institution, completing her studies in 2014. This educational background supports her expertise in emergency management and public safety.
Teaching Role at University of New Haven
Since 2018, Jennifer Nolan has been serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of New Haven. In this role, she shares her knowledge and experience in emergency management with students, contributing to their academic development and understanding of the field. Her teaching reflects her commitment to education and professional development in emergency preparedness.
Contributions to Emergency Preparedness
Jennifer Nolan has made significant contributions to emergency preparedness initiatives. She revised the sheltering plan for the University of New Haven and assisted in writing the City of West Haven's animal sheltering plan and traffic evacuation plan. Additionally, she participated in two Connecticut Region 2 Incident Management Team Drills, showcasing her practical experience in emergency management exercises.