Emergency Operations Coordinator

1 week ago

Penticton, British Columbia, Canada Penticton Indian Band Full time

The Penticton Indian Band is a First Nations government in the Canadian province of British Columbia, located next to the city of Penticton in the Okanagan Valley.

The Penticton Indian Band community members have declared that the Nation is the proper title and rights holders of the whole of the Okanagan territory.

As Okanagan people, we have a collective right and responsibility to protect and manage our land, our people, our culture (which includes language) and our spirituality.

Reporting to the Band Administrator, The Emergency Operations Coordinator is responsible to develop, coordinate and deliver the Emergency Response Program and activities for the Penticton Indian Band Emergency Response Committee.


Encompassing the five phases of emergency management:
prevention, mitigation, preparation, response, and recovery.

Develop and organize training exercises as needed for the Emergency Response Committee to ensure each section understands their section's roles and responsibilities.

Collaborate with and develop partnerships with federal and provincial counterparts, industry, community agencies/organizations, The Emergency Response Coordinator will be responsible to carry out an annual review of the Penticton Indian Band Emergency Response Plan and coordinate recommended policies or changes related to emergency management plan to the Emergency Management Team and/or Chief and Council.

Familiar with the location of the Penticton Indian Band Reserve Lands and surrounding geographical areas.
Develop, exercise and update the Penticton Indian Band Emergency Management Plan (PIBEMP)
Reviews and prepares annual updates in the development of the PIB Emergency Management Committee

Conduct risk assessments to determine the types of emergency-related needs that will need to be addressed in disaster planning or provide technical support to others conducting such risk assessments.

Plans, designs and executes emergency response drills, emergency/disaster preparedness training and desktop exercises for employees and management; Prepares and make presentations to employees, volunteers, and community groups and/or outside agencies on the PIB Emergency Management Plan

Keep informed of federal, provincial (UNDRIP), and local regulations affecting emergency plans, and ensure plans adhere to these regulations.

Propose alteration of emergency response procedures based on regulatory changes, technological changes, or knowledge gained from outcomes of previous emergency situations.

Participates in the development of budgets for emergency preparedness and disaster management.

Attends meetings, conferences, and workshops related to emergency management to learn new information and to develop working relationships with other emergency management specialists.

Assist Penticton Indian Band in the identification, completion, and submission of funding applications for applicable program funding. First Nations Emergency Services Funding Programs

Provide reports to the Emergency Management Committee and Chief and Council as required and ensure emergency plans are properly communicated.

Must be familiar and able to use radio, pagers and cell phone, Satellite phone, communication systems.
Coordinate response efforts, manage resources, and make strategic decisions.
Serve as a point of contact between local response teams and provincial authorities, facilitating communication and resource allocation.
Implement predefined protocols, assist with evacuation, provide medical aid, and maintain public safety.
Provide documentation, record-keeping, and administrative assistance to streamline operations.

Post-secondary certificate and/or degree in Emergency Management, Emergency Services, Business and/or business continuity planning is desirable or equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.

Minimum three (3) years' experience developing/overseeing organization emergency management, preparedness, and response, and/or business continuity programs.
Experience working in a First Nation community or thorough knowledge of FN communities, culture, and traditions.
Knowledge of emergency management, including processes, policies, and laws.
Excellent organizational, strategic, planning and implementation skills.
Proficient in the use of computer hardware and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Strong and proven leadership qualities are essential.
Maintain a positive relationship within the community and with community members.
Other Certification, Licenses, Designations and/or Requirements
Valid British Columbia Class 5 Driver's License
WHMIS, Harassment & Workplace Violence, Worker Health & Safety Awareness Training

Sufficient physical ability to work both in an office setting and operate office equipment.
Prolonged periods of working on a computer can cause muscle and eye strain.
Combination of office, onsite and outdoor field environment.
undesirable locations and possibility of air quality issues.

The nature of the position will have moderate to high stress levels, as there may be situations involving conflict management, deadlines, and emergencies/disasters.

Regular full-time of 37 hours per week with availability for evening and weekend work as required.

All Penticton Indian Band employees are encouraged to learn about the culture, language and customs of the Okanagan people and must be willing to continuously upgrade their skills and knowledge and further their formal education.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
14 per hour
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
On-site parking
Monday to Friday

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