Health and Emergency Response Coordinator

The Health and
Emergency Response Coordinator (HERC) is responsible for overseeing and
coordinating the Emergency Management Program and for the development, review,
and revision of the Emergency Preparedness Plan. The Health and Emergency
Response Coordinator serves as the liaison between the Chief and Council, Chief
Strategy Officer, and the Emergency Management Committee. It is the
responsibility of the Health and Emergency Response Coordinator to ensure that
adequate attention is given to all aspects of the Emergency Management Program-including
direct and indirect support for related planning such as a Community Wildfire
Protection Plan, Occupational Safety & Health (OSH), Communicable Disease
Emergency Plan, Business Continuity Plan(s), Comprehensive Community Plan, and
planning relating to the protection of public health (Health Emergency
Management).

 2. MAJOR
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 The duties of the Health
& Emergency Response Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the
following:

 ·      Develop
or update the Nation-based, all-hazards Emergency Plan and develop and
implement an overall Emergency Program focussed on mitigation, preparedness, response,
and recovery.

·      Develop
and implement a multi-year FN Emergency Plan Workplan (and update this work
plan each year).

·      Coordinate
annual assessment of local risks, evaluation of mitigation projects, preparing
evacuation plans, and other responsibilities.

·      Oversee
the development of a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (including FireSmart
and forest fuel reduction management activities).

·      Develop
and implement a multi-year Training and Exercise Plan for leadership, staff,
and volunteers.

·      Produce
appropriate agendas, materials & summaries, and arrange and facilitate
meetings of the Emergency Management Committee.

·      Coordinate
implementation of strategies recommended by the Emergency Management Committee,
holding public awareness sessions, organizing training.

·      Prepare
an annual budget, based on input from the Emergency Management Committee.

·      Organize
community education—personal, family & community emergency preparedness programs.

·      Collaborate
and support knowledge and capacity in "Health Emergency Management†(protecting
public health) with the health staff, Council, FNHA, and others.

·      Promote
capacity development & community development—work with education, economic
development, and employment and training to promote emergency
management-related employment or contract opportunities for community members.

·      Write
proposals and provide administrative coordination of projects; and

·      Provide
a single point of contact for the overall Emergency Management Program and for
EMBC, FNHA, FNESS, ISC, and Council. This position is also responsible for
giving presentations on the program to community members and other groups who
may request such a presentation.

·      Coordinate
the purchase and tracking of all equipment, materials, and supplies on behalf
of the program.

·      Maintain
and build relationships and liaise with KFN Chief and Council, the First
Nations Health Authority (FNHA), Emergency Management BC (EMBC), and other
First Nations or government agencies involved in providing direct emergency
response/recovery or supports during a major emergency or disaster.

 ·     
Conduct informal or formal
debrief sessions of emergency response as needed.  Assess the effectiveness of the overall
Emergency Program and report to the Chief Strategy Officer.  

·       
Grade 12 (or equivalent) is
required; a Certificate or degree in Emergency Management is preferred; or
other relevant courses, training, or workshops completed in emergency
management.

·       
Minimum of 1 to 3 years of
practical work experience in the emergency management arena, preferably as an
Emergency Response Coordinator and acquired in First Nation community
environments

·       
Other certificates and/or
training of benefit to include Occupational Safety & Health (OSH); Health
Emergency Management; First Responder training; Incident Command System (ICS)
training.

·       
Successful completion of Criminal
Records Check is a requirement for employment in this position.

·       
Must possess and maintain a
valid BC Driver's Licence, provide a satisfactory driver's abstract, and have access
to a reliable vehicle as a condition of employment.

·       
Must be willing to travel
when necessary and work outside of normal business hours when requested
(including being on call when requested).

·       
Preference may be given to
Indigenous applicants or applicants with direct experience working for First
Nations.

 ii.     Knowledge,
Skills & Abilities

·       
Knowledge of KFN community,
culture, and lands is an asset. Familiar with the living environments of the KFN
membership. Knowledge of the KFN language is an asset

·       
A comprehensive
understanding of the BC Emergency Management System is required—including
hazards, vulnerability, resiliency, Best Practices, and issues pertaining to
First Nations emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.

·       
A proven track record in emergency
management—including the development and implementation of an Emergency
Program, EOC development & operations, and community engagement.

·       
Well-developed time
management and organizational skills; able to plan, implement and follow up on
numerous tasks of varying degrees of complexity and importance—including under
stressful or challenging circumstances.

 ·       
Demonstrated leadership
skills; able to foster a team approach, be flexible, and be adaptable to
working effectively in with diverse stakeholders, KFN Departments, and
community—especially in an activated Emergency Operations Centre

·       
Proficient with the office
administrative needs associated with managing the emergency management program,
databases, portals/dashboards, reports, budgets, proposal writing, and work
plan development. 

·       
Excellent interpersonal
skills, able to develop rapport with membership, KFN personnel, and external
organizations at all levels

·       
Proven abilities to maintain
the confidentiality of information and materials; and able to always display
sound judgment and exercise discretion

·       
Effective written and verbal
communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office applications (MS Teams, Word, Outlook,
Excel, PowerPoint, etc

·       
Demonstrated sound work
ethics and a commitment to achieving objectives.

iii.    About
the Rewards

In exchange for your
hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary based
on your experience. After successfully completing the first three months of
employment, you will be eligible for a comprehensive employee benefits package
that includes:

·       
Extended Health, Dental, Vision benefits,
Short-Term, Long-Term, and Life Insurance

·       
Family and Employee Assistance Program

·       
Registered Pension plan with an employer
match

This
is a great opportunity to contribute at an exciting time of growth and changes
within the Kwikwetlem Nation and to be a part of a team that creates a place
that supports growth and promotes the values of the Kwikwetlem people. If this
opportunity matches your values, education, and experience, please send a cover
letter indicating your salary expectations and a resume to

We thank all
applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be
contacted.

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