Emergency Management Coordinator

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Job Type Inspectional / Regulatory / Enforcement
Organization MD of Willow Creek
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Job Description

Blessed with rich agricultural land, the MD of Willow Creek is populated by multi-generation farm and ranch operations; as well as newcomers who have moved here to enjoy the pristine landscape and excellent services.

Due to Growth, our Emergency Services Department is looking to add a New Member to our Team in the role of:

Emergency Management Coordinator

Reporting to the Director of Emergency Services this role will apply the Incident Command System (ICS) and incident management principles and features throughout the full emergency management cycle including training and response.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and Maintain the Regional Emergency Management Plan
  • Apply the Incident Command System (ICS) throughout the full Emergency Management Cycle
  • Train and Develop Municipal Staff in Incident Command System Management to Ensure they are Prepared to Respond to Regional Emergencies
  • Assist Residents in Impactful Emergency and Disaster Preparedness, Planning, Mitigation, Response and Recovery Activities
  • Work Directly with other Municipalities and Regional Emergency Services and Intergovernmental Emergency Management Representatives to Ensure Procedures are Comprehensive
  • Represent the Communities when working with Local Groups, Organizations and Businesses
  • Collect and Interpret Large Quantities of Hazard Information and Expert Materials and Express it in Plain Language

Requirements:

  • Proficient in the use of Incident command Systems (ICS), including a minimum of ICS 400 Training
  • Minimum 3 years of Related Work Experience
  • Ability to Confidently Lead Activities within the Context of Emergency Planning and Response
  • Ability to Maintain a Calm and Effective Demeanor amid High-Pressure Situations
  • Strong Communication Skills in Delivering Information to Individuals and Groups of Various Levels of Understanding and Distress
  • Adaptability in Dealing with Changing Priorities and Focus
  • Collaborative Nature in Training and Mentoring the Municipal Team
  • Exceptional Technical Writing Skills
  • Experience in a Provincial or Municipal Emergency Management Position an Asset
  • Post-secondary Education an Asset

We Offer:

  • Monday to Friday: 8am – 4pm with Overtime and On Call Responsibilities, as required
  • Competitive Salary with Comprehensive Municipal Benefit Package
  • Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
  • An Interesting and Diverse Work Environment with a Supportive Team
  • Long term Stability and Growth Potential
  • Strong Mentorship with the Ability to Develop and Continuously Learn

The Municipal District of Willow Creek is home to 6200 citizens and encompasses 1.4 million acres of the best farm and ranchland in Alberta. Our rural community boasts and enviable diversity of people, terrain and economic opportunity. Please visit mdwillowcreek.comto learn more.

Please send resume to [email protected] or submit at hire-standard.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only those considered will be contacted.

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