Emergency and Contingency Planning Specialist

Emergency and Contingency Planning Specialist (Emergency Management Specialist) - (8538) Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn. Job Title Emergency and Contingency Planning Specialist (Emergency Management Specialist) Status Temporary Full-Time Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months 24 Type of Position a Replacement Start Date Annually Salary Grade $96,924.00 - $109,829.00 Department York Region -> Finance -> CorporateSharedFinancialServ Location Corporate Shared Financial Ser - 17250 Yonge Street - Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary) Job Description (E) ABOUT US Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources. WHAT WE OFFER Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls. - Defined Benefit Pension Program- With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions. - Employer of Choice- Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations. - Benefits and Wellness- Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation. - Inclusive and Diverse Workforce- We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership. ABOUT THE ROLE This position is responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of a comprehensive Emergency Management and/or Business Continuity Program throughout the Department. The job is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating training and exercises as well as any incident response in accordance with the standards, protocols, and applicable statutory/regulatory requirements. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING - Collaborates/works with stakeholders and follows the corporate strategic leadership, planning and direction related to this function. - Participates and assists in the development and coordination of departmental and/or branch emergency plans and support plans, based on an understanding of best practices, relevant guidance documents, existing plans, exercise recommendations, reports, and legislative requirements; and ensures that plans are consistent with Regional plans, as well as other key stakeholder organizations. - Coordinates the development and implementation of emergency management and/or business continuity planning orientation and training/education program for the department and/or branch and prepares reports for management. - Leads activities and processes, working with multi-stakeholder groups (internal and external) to gather data, stakeholder input and leading practices in the development, implementation, and communication of plans. - Liaises with and proactively develops relationships with stakeholders including government/non-governmental agencies, to facilitate the delivery of services; represents program area on a variety of committees and working groups. - Assists in maintaining a state of readiness for the department and/or branch, by identifying the requirements, planning, development, implementation including regular updating of the plan, staff orientation and testing exercises. - Coordinates development, maintenance, communication and activation of department's business continuity and resumption plans with internal stakeholders. - Researches, analyzes, and evaluates trends; identifies and implements best practices and approaches; develops, implements, and evaluates program. - Provides subject matter expert advice and recommendations applying current knowledge of best practices and applicable legislative, regulatory, and professional standards. - Leads and manages special projects as assigned, including projects responding to Regional goals, or Department and Branch requirements. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Successful completion of a University Degree in Business Administration, Emergency Management, or a related discipline, or approved equivalent combination of education and experience. - Minimum three (3) years' experience in emergency planning, operational contingency planning or project management and program development. - Experience and/or training in emergency planning, response and exercises, and business continuity planning. - Demonstrated knowledge of emergency management program development, applicable legislation and industry standards, disaster exercise initiatives and current emergency management practices. - Demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies for this level. - Strong writing, program planning, evaluation, and project management skills. - Strong ability to develop relationships and work in welcoming and inclusive environment, where diversity is celebrated and where everyone can develop to their full potential. - Ability to work independently and with teams and with ability to manage competing priorities. - Advanced proficiency in virtual platforms and Microsoft Office suite including the use of virtual platforms for conducting meetings and/or presentations. - Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to connect with a range of internal and external stakeholders while focusing on fostering collaborative work relationships. - Demonstrated skill and ability to comprehend and utilize information and prepare written reports. - Ability for coordinating and leading emergency and/or operational contingency on short notice. - Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act. - Ability to travel to offsite locations, as required. - Ability to work outside regular business hours, as required. Scheduled Weekly Hours 35 Scheduled Shifts Operational Hours Close Date January 21, 2026 # of Hires Needed 1 Union Non Union Staff Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above. All employment opportunities are recorded on a 24-Hour Career Line and may be accessed by calling 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75508. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, York Region uses email as the primary means of communication with candidates and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Please ensure your email address is up to date, checked frequently (including your spam folder), and accepts messages from unknown users. York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment. Click here for more details onBenefits and Perks. #J-18808-Ljbffr