Summary
Description
Bring your vision, leadership, and strategic planning skills to this important role
The Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness (EMCR) is the primary coordinating agency for mitigating climate risks and responding to provincial-level emergencies and disasters. EMCR works directly with local governments, Indigenous Nations, provincial ministries and agencies, federal departments, other jurisdictions, industry and volunteers in hazard mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
The Executive Director, Provincial and Regional Operations is the statutory decision maker under the Emergency and Disaster Management Act and is responsible for the coordination of operational response to provincial-level emergency management services within the British Columbia emergency management structure. This position plays a key leadership role ensuring all of government coordinated provincial response and recovery transition from emergencies and disasters.
Job Requirements:
Education & Experience
- Degree in emergency management or a related field AND a minimum of three (3) years emergency management related experience* in a senior management role.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- *Related experience must include all of the following:
- Experience in the management and supervision of geographically dispersed multi-disciplinary staff, including developing and evaluating employee performance goals, coaching, team building and mentoring.
- Experience in strategic business planning, contract management, financial management, and negotiations.
- Experience establishing and reconciling program and project objectives, priorities, and budgets.
- Experience establishing collaborative relationships with senior leaders and executives with multiple partners in the public, private, non-profit, and voluntary sectors.
- Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:
- Experience leading emergency management programs.
- Experience leading strategic communications and change management in support of complex initiatives in a large organization.
Candidates must be able and willing to:
- Travel to locations throughout the province.
- Work on-call and extended hours during emergency activations and participate in operational deployments throughout the province.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Madeline.Maley@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Flexible work options may not be available during emergency operations response periods.
This is a permanent opportunity.
This position can be based in any of the following Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness offices: Saanichton, Victoria, Kamloops, Prince George, or Surrey.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position is excluded from union membership.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
