Emergency Program Manager

City of Delta; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 136,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Emergency Program Manager to lead its Emergency Management Program. This pivotal role involves extensive collaboration with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with emergency legislation, and overseeing public awareness initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in emergency management, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for community safety. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in emergency preparedness and response.

Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Earned-Days-Off System

Corporate Vehicle

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive emergency management experience in public sector.
• Strong understanding of British Columbia’s Emergency Management System.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of Emergency Management programs.
• Coordinate the City’s Emergency Operations Centre during emergencies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Training Development

Volunteer Program Management

Education

Post-secondary Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Emergency Management

Public Safety

Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Emergency Program Manager plays a central leadership role in the development, coordination, and oversight of the City’s Emergency Management Program. This is a high-profile and high-responsibility position, requiring extensive collaboration with internal departments, external agencies, and all levels of government.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the City’s Emergency Management and Business Continuity programs.
• Ensure that all emergency planning aligns with applicable provincial and federal legislation, including the Emergency and Disaster Management Act (EDMA), and reflects all four phases of emergency management.
• Coordinate the City’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) and serve as a liaison with other agencies during emergency events.
• Develop and maintain internal training programs, organize seasonal readiness workshops, and manage employee and volunteer emergency preparedness training.
• Oversee public awareness initiatives through digital and in-person channels to educate and prepare the community.
• Support and maintain relationships with emergency program volunteers and external stakeholders, including Delta ESS , Delta Amateur Radio Society, Canadian Lifeboat Institution, Metro Vancouver, and neighbouring First Nations.
• Maintain and update the City’s internal and external Emergency Management Office sites.
• Administer the City’s FireSmart program and other local hazard mitigation initiatives.
• Prepare emergency management reports, plans, grant applications, and presentations.
• Manage contracts and budgets related to emergency programs and services.

Leadership and Organizational Integration

• Act as the City’s subject matter expert on emergency preparedness and disaster response.
• Integrate emergency management efforts across City departments, ensuring collaboration with senior leaders and elected officials.
• Represent the City at regional, provincial, and federal emergency planning forums and events.

Qualifications and Experience

• A post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, or a related field.
• A strong understanding of British Columbia’s Emergency Management System and local government emergency functions.
• A minimum of five years of progressive emergency management experience, preferably within a public sector or municipal setting.
• Supervisory or management experience, ideally within a unionized environment.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating EOC activations, community emergency training, and business continuity efforts.
• Class 5 BC driver's license
• Preference will be given to candidates who live in the City of Delta or the surrounding area.

Skills and Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience developing and delivering training sessions and public presentations.
• Familiarity with volunteer program management and public education initiatives.
• Knowledge of FireSmart programs, emergency preparedness, and recovery planning.

Additional Information
While the position operates primarily during business hours, availability for evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities is expected during emergencies or activations.

The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $136,719 - $163,041 (commensurate with experience); and an excellent benefits package including Municipal Pension Plan as well as an earned-days-off system, and a corporate vehicle. Interested applicants are requested to apply online at www.delta.ca/employment, to competition number 25-147 EX by June 1, 2025.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.