Emergency Program Coordinator

Tŝilhqot’in National Government

Job Location:

Williams Lake - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 70000 - 75000

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Emergency Program Coordinator

Classification:
Full time Permanent

Salary:
$70000 - $75000

Location: Williams Lake BC

Deadline: Until Filled

The Tŝilhqotin National Government (TNG) is the official First Nations government serving the Tŝilhqotin Nation. TNG is located in Williams Lake British Columbia and serves six communities including ʔEsdilagh Tsideldel Yunesitin Tletinqox Xeni Gwetin and Tlesqox.

The Tŝilhqotin National Government is looking to hire anEmergency Program Coordinator.TheEmergency Program Coordinator
will be responsible forassisting communities with Fire Smart activities fuel mitigation and preparedness as well as structure protection unit deployments. TheEmergency Program Coordinator
will develop structural and wildfire fire response plans firefighting and fire stations and community education regarding structural fire wildfire and personal and community preparedness. This is not an entry level position and previous experience in the field of Emergency Management is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Provides leadership coordination and direction in the application and implementationof policies procedures and guidelines for all wildfire management program elements
Coordinates develops and administers wildfire prevention and mitigation projects including education and outreach
Develops implements and maintains wildfire / mitigation programs presentations materials equipment and displays
Identifies and implements training and drill scenarios that assure the response capability and readiness of assigned staff
Develop structural and wildfire fire response plans
Monitors fire season severity predictions fire behavior and fire activity levels and takes appropriate actions to ensure safe efficient and effective operations
Work with communities to identify their priorities and work collaboratively with partners to implement solutions
Engage with external partners government officials stakeholders and the public
Establish develop and maintain relationships with Municipal & Regional District Emergency Management sector in the Cariboo as well as provincial entities
Capacity building and community development work with education/employment coordinator to schedule and register community members/contractors for training and employment opportunities
Coordinate training for the Tŝilhqotin Nation in Emergency Operations
Project administration and management for grant-based projects
Coordinate community education structural fire wildfire and personal and community preparedness
Determine volunteer/employee training needs as necessary and develop implement and monitor a training plan
Inventory management for equipment and development of a system with annual inventory
Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner
Represent the organization in a professional and courteous manner
Assist in development of funding applications
Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials and exercise discretion when interfacing with the business
Work within the policies and procedures of theTŝilhqotin National Government: understanding program services polices procedures rules and regulations
Due to the nature of the role flexibility will be essential as some weekend/out of hours work will be required during periods of emergency
Other duties as required

Requirements

Post-secondary education in a relevant field (Natural Resources Forestry Ecology etc.)
Knowledge of fire prevention FireSmart and emergency preparedness programs
Knowledge of fire and public safety education fire service operation and emergency management
Ability to effectively deliver educational and outreach materials to a variety of audiences
Knowledge and application of firefighting fire protection fire investigation and emergency response strategies tactics multi-company operations and incident management system particularly in a wildfire environment
Knowledge of fire behavior chemistry of fire and fire dynamics
Previous experience in emergency services
A working knowledge of Emergency Management and Incident Command experience working within EOC considered an asset
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Superior verbal and writing skills
Proficiency with all Microsoft Office software
Highly resourceful team player able to work independently and make sound informed decisions
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality
Understanding of the Tŝilhqotin Nation or other Indigenous organizations is preferred
A valid BC driving license is required

Working Conditions

Travel may be required
Ability to attend and conduct presentations
Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and additional hardware
Overtime as required
Lifting or moving up to 100lbs may be required

Please send a cover letter resume and 3 references to:

Jenai Nolin

Human Resources Generalist

Tŝilhqotin National Government

1729 South Lakeside Drive

Williams Lake BC V2G 3A9

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Only those invited to interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Manager

Emergency Program CoordinatorClassification: Full time PermanentSalary: $70000 - $75000Location: Williams Lake BCDeadline: Until FilledThe Tŝilhqotin National Government (TNG) is the official First Nations government serving the Tŝilhqotin Nation. TNG is located in Williams Lake Br...