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The Ministry of Emergency Management & Climate Readiness (EMCR) is the lead coordinating agency in the provincial government for all emergency management activities. As such, EMCR’s mission is to be responsible to British Columbians for leading the management of provincial level emergencies and disasters and supporting other authorities within their areas of jurisdiction. EMCR works directly with local governments, provincial ministries and agencies, federal departments, other jurisdictions, industry and volunteers in mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.

The Response Logistics Officer is a subject matter expert in the planning and implementation of logistics operations in an emergency management response environment. This position participates in the development and activation of response plans, strategies, and operations for all provincial emergency hazards and disasters. During provincial emergencies, (e.g., flooding, wildfires, seismic events, extreme weather, etc.), this position fills leadership roles within the EMCR Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre (i.e., operations centre) chain-of-command. While performing these duties, the Response Logistics Officer may be directly responsible for the health and safety of citizens, the protection of property and the environment, and the management of overall response activities. This responsibility can involve the management and supervision of over 20 staff and include approving expenditures of millions of dollars.

The Response Logistics Officer also provides support to key EMCR program files such as Recovery, Disaster Risk Reduction, Strategic Partnerships, Training & Exercises, Public Education and Corporate Support Services, and builds relationships that will support emergency response operations with a wide array of Ministry, provincial, federal, NGO and private sector partners

Job Requirements:

• Graduate degree in a related educational discipline AND a minimum of 1 year of related experience* OR
• Undergraduate degree in a related educational discipline AND a minimum of 2 years of related experience* OR
• Diploma or certificate in a related educational discipline AND a minimum of 3 years of related experience* OR
• Graduate degree in an unrelated discipline AND a minimum of 2 years of related experience* OR
• Undergraduate degree in an unrelated discipline AND a minimum of 3 years of related experience* OR
• Diploma or certificate in an unrelated discipline AND a minimum of 4 years of related experience* OR
• High school graduation or GED AND a minimum of 5 years of related experience*
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related educational disciplines include:

• Emergency or disaster management.
• Logistics or Supply-Chain Management.

Related experience is defined as:

• Experience conducting emergency management preparedness, response, recovery and/or mitigation activities.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Minimum 2 years of emergency management experience responding to natural and/or human-caused emergencies or disasters.
• Minimum 1 year of experience conducting emergency response logistics operations.
• Experience coordinating and managing staff/personnel rosters or schedules.
• Experience in procurement and/or contract management.
• Experience working with the EMCR and/or BC Wildfire Service Temporary Emergency Assignment Management System (TEAMS) programs.
• Experience working in an emergency operations centre or similar command and control environment.

WILLINGNESS STATEMENTS

• Work overtime and/or be placed on standby 24/7 with limited notice year-round, including on weekends, evenings, nights and holidays.
• Be flexible regarding changes in responsibilities, assignments, shift patterns and corporate structures.
• Remain calm and professional while working long hours in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Work at an EMBC office or remotely, as needed to maintain EMBC operational requirements.
• Travel throughout the province.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Brendan.Ralfs@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

There is one (1) permanent position available. An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

This position is located in Saanichton. Other locations listed are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity.

Due to the nature of the role, this position must be performed from the Saanichton office.

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 (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

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.

The BC Public Service COVID-19 Vaccination Policy defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

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.