Regional Emergency Management Coordinator

Emergency Measures Organization

Department of Justice and Public Safety

Permanent - Open

Pay Band 4

Saint John (English only)

Who We Are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

What You Will Do

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of Regional Emergency Management Coordinator (REMC) for it's Emergency Measures Organization (EMO). Reporting to the Area Manager, the REMC is responsible for co-ordination of regional emergency planning and for directing regional operations during emergencies in order to mitigate the consequences of a disaster.

The successful candidate will liaise with representatives of municipalities, government departments and provincial / federal agencies; develop and implement regional emergency plans; provide assistance, direction and advice to municipalities; coordinate and oversee emergency preparedness training locally and regionally; provide subject matter expertise; observe and provide consistent feedback / mentorship to internal and/or external stakeholders during the response and recovery operation of an emergency, emergency training, simulations and exercise; prepare and coordinate emergency preparedness; develop and implement policies and procedures to attain, manage and direct the services of volunteers and external emergency personnel during an emergency.

Work environment

• Office layout: individual private office co-located with the Regional Emergency Operation Centre
• Your Team: large team (8-10 employees) with the capacity to increase during emergency operations
• Flexible work environment, combining office and remote functions; individual is required to patrol and circulate regularly throughout their region of responsibility
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30, however individual is expected to be available 24/7 in emergency situations
• We promote a scent-reduced environment
  
  

Skills

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Effective Interactive Communication
• Leadership
• Analytical Thinking
• Relationship/Network Building
  
  

Technical competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Written Communication
• Presentation Skills
  
  

Need to have

• University Degree in an applicable field
• 4 years' experience in planning, leading organizations in the field of Emergency Management or 2 years of post-secondary education with 6 years of planning, leading organizations in the field of Emergency Management
  
  

Successful candidates willbe required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check at the level of SECRET.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required, please state your language capability

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your résumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement(s) is also required:

• Travel within the Province and possession of a valid driver's license
  
  

Nice to Have

• Training and/or experience at a senior level in emergency response in areas of policing, firefighting, delivery of ambulance, Red Cross, health emergency management or the military
  
  

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Wage

$ 2,098.00 - $ 2,934.00 biweekly (Pay Band 4)

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation
  
  

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How To Apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca , by mail at the following address or by email at of HRcompetitions.concoursRH@gnb.ca by February 22, 2024 indicating competition number R78-2023-24-1393.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety

Human Resources Branch

Marysville Place - 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor

Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8

(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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