Manager – Emergency Management
Manager – Emergency Management
Location: Provincial Head Office in Edmonton, AB.
Position Status: Full Time (40 hours/week), Permanent.
Closing Date: February 12, 2024 or Until Suitable Candidate is Found.
The Organization
Since its inception in 1928, the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) has governed the Métis within Alberta. The MNA is led by a democratically elected Council. This Council works toward the mandate of the MNA, supporting practices of transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness for Métis Albertans in governments’ policy and decision-making processes. The MNA promotes and facilitates the advancement of Métis people through self-reliance, self-determination, and self-management. For more information about the MNA, visit http://www.albertametis.com.
The Opportunity
The Otipemisiwak Métis Government (OMG) of the Métis Nation within Alberta is recruiting for a full-time Manager of Emergency Management (MEM) based in the Provincial Office in Edmonton. Reporting to the Director of the Environment and Climate Change, the successful candidate will lead efforts to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies, with an emphasis on natural and climate emergencies such as wildfires, flooding, and extreme heat. The MEM will understand the needs and priorities of OMG Citizens, departments, and affiliates regarding emergency management and implement effective strategies to increase the resiliency of OMG community and institutions to emergencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead OMG emergency response, preparedness and recovery programming for OMG departments, affiliates, and citizens through the stages of concept, design, proposal, funding, implementation, and reporting.
- Develop and implement emergency preparedness and response plans.
- Coordinate and deliver appropriate emergency preparedness and response training, including print and digital materials.
- Act as a technical advisor to the OMG departments and affiliates on emergency management issues.
- Develop and maintain constructive working relationships and partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders including governments, industry, institutions, citizens, and other OMG departments.
- Set strategic, professional, and departmental goals and objectives in coordination with the OMG Environment and Climate Change Department.
- Manage operational and fiscal activities of various programs, including developing and implementing project work plans, processes, and procedures, and forecasting within a designated budget.
- Draft funding applications for relevant programs, secure funding for initiatives and projects, and manage obligations under funding agreements and contracts.
- Request and evaluate bids from potential contractors, provide recommendations, and secure appropriate resources to be able to meet goals of projects and initiatives.
- Manage project contractors and consultants, oversee site plans and contracts, and verify final execution of project work.
- Draft and/or deliver reports, briefings, speaking notes, and presentations.
- Manage staffing responsibilities and perform supervisory duties including hiring and training staff, assigning job duties, and developing and overseeing staff work plans.
- Other duties as required.
Skills & Competencies
- Experience with community program development, implementation, and evaluation.
- Experience with grant/funding proposals, work plans, and budgeting.
- Excellent report writing skills, and the ability to produce professional documents and presentations.
- A proven ability to deal with a high volume of work in a complex environment with multiple demands and critical timelines.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities.
- Experience managing contractors and consultants for multiple sites and projects.
- Strong cultural and political sensitivity and awareness, with the ability to deal with confidential information.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record of building collaborative partnerships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including government, industry, and community.
- Recognized strength in leading and engaging teams and creating a culture that promotes development of individual and organizational capacity.
- Knowledge of Métis rights, history, culture, and people an asset.
- Experience working in government or non-profits an asset.
Qualifications
- Post Secondary Education and/or Training in Emergency Management or related field.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the delivery of programming related to safety, emergency response, emergency management, or related field. Volunteer experience in these areas is considered related experience.
- Experience leading a team is considered an asset.
Other Requirements
- Position will be based in Edmonton. Applicants outside of Edmonton within Alberta may be considered.
- Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional evenings and weekends. During emergency situations, work hours may extend regular business hours.
- Travel within and outside of Alberta is a requirement. Travel outside of normal business hours (including weekends) may be required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and operational vehicle.
- Ability to work remotely in a secure location, maintaining confidentiality, when operating outside of OMG office(s).
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work for the newly ratified Otipemisiwak Métis Government and be part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada.
- An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, languages, and art.
- Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
- Generous time off policies.
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter online at http://albertametis.com/careers/. Please note, cover letters are required for this position.
The Métis Nation of Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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