Under the guidance and direction of the Band Manager/Director of Emergency (DEM), the Emergency Management Coordinator will assist in the coordination of emergency management plans for Fort McMurray 468 First Nation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive emergency management plans, including response, recovery, and mitigation strategies.
Coordinate the development and maintenance of emergency procedures and policies.
Coordinate communication plans and strategies to ensure community members are informed during an emergency event.
Assist the Band Manager/DEM when responding to an emergency event.
Serve as the secondary point of contact for emergency management coordination.
Assist in the activation of emergency plans, including shelter-in-place, evacuation, and continuity of operations protocols.
Assist with logistical tasks, such as evacuation lists and vulnerable populations identification.
Provide continuous monitoring of emergency events.
Coordinate resources, response teams, and external agencies (e.g., local law enforcement, fire departments, and public health organizations) during emergencies.
Provide timely updates, documentation, and reports to senior management and Chief and Council during emergency events.
Assist in the coordination of post-emergency recovery efforts, including damage assessments and resource allocation.
Assist with funding proposals, finding resources, filling out applications, and reporting as required.
Coordinate with the community during the recovery phase to ensure that identified damages are remedied accordingly in a timely manner; this may include repairing, restoring, or rebuilding post-disaster conditions.
Build partnerships with FM468FM partners and stakeholders, including Indigenous Services Canada, to enhance emergency response capacity.
Participate in emergency management and safety awareness discussions with leadership, local staff, community members, and any other parties including coordination of training/workshops.
Serve as a positive role model within the community, demonstrating professionalism and dedication to emergency management and public safety.
REQUIREMENTS:
2-3 years of experience in emergency management, public safety, or a related field.
Proven experience in emergency response coordination, incident management, and disaster recovery.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and own reliable transportation.
First Aid/CPR Certification or a willingness to obtain training.
Strong organizational and planning skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and update emergency plans and work plans tailored to First Nations communities.
Experience in allocating resources such as personnel, equipment, and funding to support emergency response and recovery efforts.
Experience in coordinating activities, monitoring situations, and making timely, informed decisions under pressure.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear and concise instructions during a crisis.
Strong understanding of local and national emergency management systems, policies, and regulations.
Capable of maintaining composure and calmness during an emergency.
The position will be Monday to Friday, but may require non-traditional work hours in the event of an emergency. The candidate will have the ability to be on-call to respond to emergency and disaster-related events.
This position will be required to relocate or live locally within the Fort McMurray area. This is a three-year contract role with the potential to transition into a permanent position.