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Emergency Management Officer Job Number: 52525Are you a dynamic, experienced emergency management professional passionate about ensuring community safety and resilience? The City of Edmonton seeks a dedicated Emergency Management Officer to join our team.Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Chief of Emergency Management and Communications, you will play a pivotal role in developing, maintaining, and implementing the Citys comprehensive Emergency Management Program. Adhering to the Local Authority Emergency Management Regulation requirements, this program utilizes an all-hazards approach to prepare for, respond to, and recover from major emergencies and disasters, focusing on minimizing loss of life, injury, and property damage. In a major Canadian municipality navigating the complexity of climate-related risks and a population experiencing rapid growth from migration and immigration, you will apply mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery strategies while collaborating with regional partners and participating in a 24/7 on-call Duty Officer rotation.We encourage you to apply if you are ready to use your strong emergency management experience to support an evolving community's well-being.What will you do?Manage and maintain the strategic plan for the Citys emergency management program, including the Municipal Emergency PlanConduct hazard inventory and risk assessments in partnership with internal and external stakeholdersLead or co-lead the planning of major events and facilitate post-activation lessons learnedDeliver Incident Command System and related training (including tabletop and full-scale exercises) for City of Edmonton employees and external agency partnersMaintain the Citys primary and secondary Emergency Operations Centres for immediate activationAssume leadership roles within the Emergency Operations Centre during activations, providing direct supervision to seconded City of Edmonton employees from across the corporationParticipate in developing and delivering briefings to the Emergency Advisory Committee (Edmonton City Council) and Emergency ManagementAgency (the City of Edmontons Executive Leadership Team, the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief of Community Safety and Risk and the Chief of Police)Translate any strategic insights and directions from the Emergency Advisory Committee and Emergency Management Agency into timely operational actions through the Office of Emergency Management and Emergency Operations CentreAct as the Citys emergency management representative in a 24/7 Duty Officer call rotation and recommend activation of the Municipal Emergency Plan as neededIn the Duty Officer role, authorize the deployment of the Emergency Support Response Team and manage partnership relationships and community donations during emergenciesKnowledge, training and/or education in Disaster and Emergency Management/ Risk Management, Business, Public Administration, EmergencyServices or a related field; with emphasis on emergency planning or risk managementExperience in emergency management, with a strong focus on, or understanding of, Municipal Emergency PlansProven leadership experience within an activated Emergency Operations CentreIncident Command System certified 100-400 and instructor qualifiedPreferred Qualifications:Business Continuity Planning certification from the Disaster Recovery Institute or equivalentCertified Emergency Manager from the International Association of Emergency Managers, or eligibility for same based on experienceSkills required for success:In-depth knowledge of Emergency Programs and experience as an Incident Commander/Director in an activated Emergency Operations CentreAbility to make effective and calm decisions under time pressure with limited informationStrong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to facilitate training and interact with diverse agency and community partnersDemonstrated commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion, including the knowledge and experience as to how these commitments relate to all phases of the emergency management cycleDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritizing tasks and ensuring completion within work plansDemonstrated ability to support physically and psychologically safe working conditions for multi-disciplinary teams in high-pressure situationsAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (may be testedConditions of employment and work environment:Up to: 1 permanent, full-time positionHours of work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - FridaySalary Range: $102,590.85 - $128,237.58 (Annually)This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksiteThis position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the City of EdmontonValid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent); Must obtain business auto insurance for personal vehicle use on City businessObtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this positionManagement and Out-of-Scope positions at the City of Edmonton are being reviewed for possible inclusion in the Civic Service Union 52 bargaining unit. If this position is impacted, the incumbent will be notified accordingly.The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences, and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact . Learn more about our benefits at sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of EdmontonTalent Acquisition Consultant: AS/SBEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.Classification Title: Emergency Preparedness OfficerPosting Date: May 22, 2025Closing Date: June 1, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-timeUnion: ManagementDepartment: Fire Rescue ServicesWork Location(s): 200, Fire Station 42, 10539 105 Street NW Edmonton T5N 2P5 #J-18808-Ljbffr