Senior Emergency Management Advisor

Marketing Statement
Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.

When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Come explore what makes us one of BC's Top Employers

Responsibilities
PRIMARY PURPOSE

Provides direction in the development, implementation, and operation of BCRTC and West Coast Express (WCE) emergency management systems and initiatives to mitigate, prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from major emergencies and disasters. Liaises with regulatory agencies and assists the Manager in emergency management strategy and program development and implementation.

Key Accountabilities
Develops and implements standards, practices, policies, and processes for emergency management at BCRTC, including necessary controls to identify and mitigate risks, report critical issues, and recommend actions to the Manager. Supports the Manager in providing regular updates on emergency management initiatives to ESLT and Board members.

Leads the development of BCRTC's Business Continuity program with support from and in collaboration with the Business Continuity Advisor.

Leads or supports the completion of emergency management and business continuity assessments and plans for BCRTC business units, including risk assessments, threat analyses, tabletop exercises / drills, and plan development. Facilitates timely identification, escalation, resolution, and follow-up of outstanding issues. Manages compilation, assessment, and reporting of related data analytics. Provides training to BCRTC stakeholders on emergency management approaches and standards.

Leads or supports emergency response related to high-profile incidents, including labour disruptions and major disasters for both BCRTC and the TransLink Enterprise. Participates in the activation and operation of the BCRTC Emergency Operation Centre and the Enterprise Emergency Coordination Centre. Investigates emergency incidents in order to identify root causes and recommends solutions to prevent recurrence. Coordinates an organizational inventory of emergency supplies.

Participates in various internal committees and work groups, offering emergency management perspective to planning activities and initiatives. Provides specialized advice to executives, directors, managers, and supervisors on matters relating to emergency management.

Liaises with government, emergency services, and other external agencies to ensure BCRTC and WCE are effective participants in regional emergency responses. Actively facilitates a coordinated response with external services during major emergencies or business disruptions.

Keeps abreast of industry best practices and trends relating to security and emergency management.

Supports the Manager in management of departmental expenditures and preparation of the departmental budget.

Manages, coaches, provides guidance to team members as assigned.

Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The competencies of this position would be acquired through completion of a university degree in a related discipline, plus 5 (five) years of progressive experience in an emergency management role, preferably in a public transportation environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Other Requirements
Solid knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, and techniques pertaining to emergency management, business continuity, and safety.

Solid knowledge of existing major emergency response procedures and stakeholders in Metro Vancouver.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to be able to liaise effectively with leaders and staff across the enterprise and with external stakeholders.

Strong planning and organizational skills to plan, develop, and implement multiple projects or programs and to support both BCRTC/WCE and Enterprise-wide efforts relating to emergency management.

Solid problem-solving skills with advanced analytical skills to identify innovative approaches and recommend solutions to mitigate risks. Excellent prioritizing, organizing and time management skills.

Solid working knowledge of standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and web-based systems.

Willingness to work outside of shift hours if needed to accommodate for any emergency responses, training and other needs.

Other Information
Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule
37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation
Resident

This position works predominately on-site.

Rate of Pay
The salary for this position ranges from $82,400 - $123,600 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

How To Apply
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Posting Date
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Equal Employment Opportunity
SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us