Emergency Program Manager - Regular Full-Time Municipality: Township of Langley This posting closed on August 14, 2024 at 4:30 PM Job ID: 24-E018 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Fire Operations Job Description: Job Title: Emergency Program Manager Competition Number: 24-E018 Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Pay Rate: $61.29 - $68.95 per hour (four steps, 2024 rates), plus benefits Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week; 7.5 hours per day; 5 days per week Competition Opening Date: August 7, 2024 Competition Closing Date: August 28, 2024 Job Overview The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Emergency Program Manager to join our team of professionals in the Protective Services - Fire Division. Reporting to the Fire Chief, in this exempt position you will be responsible for the overall planning, development, coordination, evaluation, maintenance and management of the Township of Langley Emergency Program (TLEP). The Emergency Program Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of the Township’s emergency program such as sourcing grant funding opportunities, ensuring that compliance with legislative requirements and community needs are met. The Emergency Program Manager will be required to work a varied weekly schedule depending on active demands and circumstances of the community. Responsibilities • Plan, develop, coordinate, evaluate, implement and maintain the emergency program and assist in maintenance of the Business Continuity Plan • Act as Emergency Social Services (ESS) Director and revise the ESS plan according to provincial standards • Coordinate and respond as Personal Disaster Assistance (PDA) within 1 hour of notification as required • Assist in the implementation planning, testing, and auditing of the Township’s Business Continuity Plan • Organize and facilitate meetings and exercises, and participate in the analysis of program issues • Provide emergency program support and participate in the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) during an emergency • Ensure alignment of the TLEP with the five pillars of emergency management • Manage and participate in TLEP recruitment, performance evaluation and discipline of volunteers • Organize, motivate, and oversee a large group of volunteers involved in emergency management activities • Develop, coordinate, and deliver a variety of tabletop exercises, workshops and training • Collaborate with Township staff in regular reviews of the Hazards, Risks, Vulnerability Analysis (HRVA) • Other related duties as assigned Qualifications Your education will include a degree in Emergency Management or related field with a minimum of three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. With excellent interpersonal, written, communication and supervisory skills, you have the ability to work under extreme pressure for prolonged periods of time. You have considerable knowledge of the philosophy, principles, objectives, policies, regulations, and procedures of managing an Emergency Management Program, including those related to Emergency Support Services (ESS), Emergency Communications Systems (ECS) and the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC). This position is defined by the Township of Langley as a Position of Trust. The successful candidate will be required to have a Police Information Check as a condition of employment (not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment). Required Certifications/Licenses Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application. • BC Class 5 (full privilege) Driver’s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Driver Factor Report will not be accepted. Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply. Apply Now Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer. We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Address: Township of Langley 4th Floor Civic Facility 20338 65 Avenue Langley, BC, V2Y 3J1 E-mail: hrinfo@tol.ca Fax: 604.533.6129 Opening Date: August 7, 2024 08:30 AM Closing Date: August 14, 2024 04:30 PM Back