Security & Emergency Program Advisor - Penticton

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BC Housing
Penticton
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SECURITY & EMERGENCY PROGRAM ADVISOR - PENTICTON

Job ID: 5666

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location: Penticton, BC

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

  • Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
  • Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians.

SECURITY & EMERGENCY PROGRAM ADVISOR (2 POSITIONS):

($85,649 - $100,764 Annually)

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Security and Emergency Services, the Security and Emergency Program Advisor is responsible for recommending strategies, procedures, and programs pertaining to the safety, security, and emergency preparedness of staff, housing developments and tenants, facilitating their implementation across the province. He/She/They undertakes safety and security audits, conducts investigations, and takes a leadership role in coordinating emergency responses. The incumbent assists with the provision of security services, access control management for all building portfolios, completes threat and risk assessments, coordinates feasibility studies, and provides consultation on safety and security initiatives.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in risk management, criminology, security, operations management, emergency management, business continuity management or other relevant field.
  • Considerable experience in coordinating the implementation of business continuity, fire safety, security, disaster response or recovery programs.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Considerable knowledge of programs, practices and processes associated with security, fire safety and emergency preparedness.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of the Commission’s safety, security and emergency preparedness requirements for its housing developments.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and program/project coordination skills.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, conflict resolution, relationship management, and interpersonal skills.
  • Good public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Valid BC Driver’s Licence.
  • A Criminal Record Check is required.

How to Apply:

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets.

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