Manager of Emergency Preparedness (Permanent, Full-time)
Apply NowCompany: Regional District of Fraser - Fort George
Location: Prince George, BC V2K 0A1
Description:
MANAGER OF EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (RDFFG) is one of 27 regional districts in BC. We are a local government that provides governance and delivers a wide range of services to people living in seven electoral areas and four member municipalities that include, the City of Prince George, the District of Mackenzie, and the Villages of McBride and Valemount. Our administrative office is in Prince George, in North Central, BC on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation.
The Regional District has an exciting opportunity for a motivated, self-starting and energetic individual to join the Community and Development Services Department as the Manager of Emergency Preparedness. This is an exempt position and the Manager directly supervises, assigns work, and monitors the performance of direct reports.
NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK
The Manager of Emergency Preparedness is responsible for the oversight and coordination of services, staffing, programs and activities as it relates to mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery of emergencies through the Regional District's Emergency Preparedness Service.
Under general direction, the Manager of Emergency Preparedness works closely with staff, elected officials, regional partners, including Indigenous Governing Bodies, member municipalities, other local authorities and the public to provide leadership in the delivery of the Emergency Preparedness Service in accordance with the Emergency and Disaster Management Act and the Regional District's strategic priorities, bylaws, regulations, policies and procedures.
The Manager of Emergency Preparedness supervises and monitors the performance of assigned employees and contractors, is accountable for safe and efficient use of Regional District resources, equipment and materials and the administration and evaluation of service and contracts to achieve required outcomes within budgetary limitations.
The Manager of Emergency Preparedness reports to the General Manager of Community and Development Services or designate, within the Community and Development Services Business Unit.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Undergraduate bachelor's degree in related field.
2. Minimum of five (5) years of local government or experience related to emergency management.
3. Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in managing employees in a unionized environment.
4. Ability to obtain and maintain a clear Police Record Check for offences related to this position.
5. Membership with British Columbia Association of Emergency Managers.
6. Thorough knowledge of the Emergency and Disaster Management Act and Regulations.
7. Thorough knowledge of BC Emergency Management System and Incident Command System.
POSITION COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $110,000 (2025 rate) and will be commensurate with education and years of experience. In addition to a competitive salary, RDFFG offers a comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, and opportunities for professional career growth, along with support for work life balance through a flex time program and hybrid work opportunities.
We invite you to join our dynamic, innovative, collaborative and forward-thinking team to contribute to the Regional District's ongoing efforts to deliver quality community services and organizational strength and adaptability.
To find out more about the requirements of this exciting career opportunity visit the Careers page of our website -
Please forward your cover letter and resume in confidence through the online posting.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (RDFFG) is one of 27 regional districts in BC. We are a local government that provides governance and delivers a wide range of services to people living in seven electoral areas and four member municipalities that include, the City of Prince George, the District of Mackenzie, and the Villages of McBride and Valemount. Our administrative office is in Prince George, in North Central, BC on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation.
The Regional District has an exciting opportunity for a motivated, self-starting and energetic individual to join the Community and Development Services Department as the Manager of Emergency Preparedness. This is an exempt position and the Manager directly supervises, assigns work, and monitors the performance of direct reports.
NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK
The Manager of Emergency Preparedness is responsible for the oversight and coordination of services, staffing, programs and activities as it relates to mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery of emergencies through the Regional District's Emergency Preparedness Service.
Under general direction, the Manager of Emergency Preparedness works closely with staff, elected officials, regional partners, including Indigenous Governing Bodies, member municipalities, other local authorities and the public to provide leadership in the delivery of the Emergency Preparedness Service in accordance with the Emergency and Disaster Management Act and the Regional District's strategic priorities, bylaws, regulations, policies and procedures.
The Manager of Emergency Preparedness supervises and monitors the performance of assigned employees and contractors, is accountable for safe and efficient use of Regional District resources, equipment and materials and the administration and evaluation of service and contracts to achieve required outcomes within budgetary limitations.
The Manager of Emergency Preparedness reports to the General Manager of Community and Development Services or designate, within the Community and Development Services Business Unit.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Undergraduate bachelor's degree in related field.
2. Minimum of five (5) years of local government or experience related to emergency management.
3. Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in managing employees in a unionized environment.
4. Ability to obtain and maintain a clear Police Record Check for offences related to this position.
5. Membership with British Columbia Association of Emergency Managers.
6. Thorough knowledge of the Emergency and Disaster Management Act and Regulations.
7. Thorough knowledge of BC Emergency Management System and Incident Command System.
POSITION COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $110,000 (2025 rate) and will be commensurate with education and years of experience. In addition to a competitive salary, RDFFG offers a comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, and opportunities for professional career growth, along with support for work life balance through a flex time program and hybrid work opportunities.
We invite you to join our dynamic, innovative, collaborative and forward-thinking team to contribute to the Regional District's ongoing efforts to deliver quality community services and organizational strength and adaptability.
To find out more about the requirements of this exciting career opportunity visit the Careers page of our website -
Please forward your cover letter and resume in confidence through the online posting.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.