Specialist, Emergency Management

2 weeks ago


Montréal, Canada Business Development Bank of Canada Full time

We are banking at another level.

Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Choosing BDC as your employer also means:
- Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few- In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1- A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life- Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the Emergency Management Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of BDC. We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Emergency Management Specialist to join our Corporate Security Team. The primary focus of this role is to establish a standardized and efficient emergency management framework, enhancing the organization's preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities. The Specialist will play a crucial role in reducing risks, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats while providing ongoing training and awareness to employees at all levels.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET- Develop and implement BDC-wide emergency response plans and protocols. Create detailed, scenario-specific response plans outlining step-by-step procedures for various emergencies.- Establish a dedicated emergency response team with clear leadership roles. Ensure this team is well-trained and equipped to manage incidents promptly and efficiently, coordinating efforts across departments to minimize the impact on BDC operations.- Manage incidents with the BDC emergency response team, coordinate with local emergency services, including police, fire, and medical services.- Foster strong relationships with local emergency services to facilitate seamless collaboration during crises. Share information, resources, and coordinate response efforts to ensure a unified and effective approach to emergencies.- Develop recovery strategies to minimize downtime and restore normal operations quickly.- Assess potential threats and vulnerabilities, considering both internal and external factors.- Implement proactive measures, such as physical security improvements and environmental risk mitigation, to reduce vulnerability to emerging threats.- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the emergency management framework. Metrics may include response times, successful implementation of protocols, and employee compliance with established procedures.- Identify and train individuals within BDC to serve as designated emergency response managers and ensure these leaders have a deep understanding of the emergency management framework and be capable of making decisions under pressure.- Schedule and execute simulated emergency drills to test the readiness of employees and the effectiveness of emergency response plans. Evaluate the drills to identify areas for improvement and refine protocols accordingly.- Provide- Conduct continuous training sessions and awareness programs to educate employees on different emergency situations, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities.- Ensure emergency plans are easily accessible and understood by all employees, and regularly update them to reflect changes in the business environment.- Continuously monitor the business environment for potential risks and vulnerabilities, conducting regular risk assessments.- Stay informed about emerging threats and adjust preparedness measures accordingly to maintain a proactive approach to emergency management.- After any emergency incident, conduct thorough post-incident reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of the response and identify areas for improvement.

About You:
- Thrive in high-pressure situations and be prepared to contribute to a safe and resilient work environment.- Flexibility to quickly adjust plans based on changing circumstances in the event of an emergency.- Strong communication skills to convey information clearly to management teams.- Ability to analyze complex situations, identify key issues and develop strategic solutions.- Proven ability to quickly assess issues and implement effective solutions to resolve emerging issues.- A team-oriented approach with the ability to collaborate with diverse agencies, organizations, and stakeholders.- Strong organizational capabilities to coordinate resources, manage logistics and ensure effective emergency response operations.- A proactive mindset in identifying potential risks and de



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