Emergency Management Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $25-$29 DOE

Job Posting : Emergency Management Coordinator.

Job Status : Permanent Full-Time (MondayFriday, 8 : 00 a.m. 4 : 00 p.m.; hours may be adjusted subject to operational needs)

Department : Lands

Reporting To : Lands Manager

Location : Leq : mel First Nation, Deroche, BC

Compensation : $25 to $29 / hour, depending on experience.

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Leq : mel First Nation is located twenty-two kilometers east of Mission. LFN continues to assert our inherent rights of self-government over our Territory, which covers a vast area of the Lower Mainland. LFN has approximately eight hundred members and is governed by Chief and Council through a Custom Election Code. Applicants must have a demonstrated knowledge of Leq : mel culture and traditions, or a willingness to learn.

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About the Role

Leq : mel First Nation is seeking a dedicated and motivated Emergency Management Coordinator to support and coordinate the communitys Emergency Management Program. This position plays a key operational role within the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) and supports all phases of emergency management, including preparedness, planning, response, and recovery.

The Emergency Management Coordinator contributes to building community resilience to climate-related and other emergency risks and strengthening local emergency management capacity. In addition to emergency management responsibilities, this role provides project support within the Lands & Natural Resources Department and assists other departments during non-emergency periods where skills and capacity align.

When the Emergency Operations Centre is activated, the position may be assigned the role of EOC Director in accordance with the Emergency Operations Plan and delegated authority.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

Emergency Management & Operations

• Support and coordinate emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities.
• Support readiness, activation, and operation of the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).
• During emergencies, serve as EOC Director and coordinate response and recovery efforts with leadership, staff, and external partners.
• Monitor emerging and seasonal risks (e.g., wildfire, flooding, extreme weather) and report concerns to management.
• Maintain accurate records of emergency actions, decisions, expenditures, and resource use.

Planning, Preparedness & Risk Reduction

Emergency Social Services & Community Support

Training, Exercises & Capacity Building

Communications & Partnerships

Project & Cross Departmental Support

What Were Looking For

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Work Schedule & Conditions

Due to the nature of emergency management, work hours may change during emergency events or anticipated emergencies and may include extended or irregular hours.

This is an office-based position with extended computer use and may require work in various weather conditions. Regular interaction with community members, staff, leadership, and external partners is expected. Occasional travel may be required.

About the Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will be rewarded with an attractivehourly rate of $25-$29

based on skills and experience, along with the following benefits :

Located in the scenic community of Deroche, this role offers the opportunity to work in a peaceful environment while being part of a supportive and dedicated team.

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How to Apply

Please submit a rsum and cover letter, titled [Last Name] Rsum and [Last Name] Cover Letter, to Stella Laidman, Human Resources Coordinator, at .

This position will remain open until it is filled

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted