Posted 24 days ago
Emergency Management & Continuity Planning Advisor
University of British ColumbiaEmergency Management & Continuity Planning Advisor
Requirements
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, Certification in emergency planning or business continuity, Minimum 4 years of specialized experience, Knowledge of BC Emergency Program Act, Experience conducting emergency exercises, Advanced report writing skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Skills
risk management
About the role
Responsibilities
- Develop, promote, and implement university-wide emergency management, continuity planning, and organizational resilience programs
- Lead the planning, preparation, and administration of emergency exercises, including logistics and post-exercise reporting
- Create and maintain hazard-specific emergency response plan annexes, policies, and workplace procedures
- Provide guidance to university departments regarding federal, provincial, and municipal regulations and UBC policies
- Deliver strategic training programs and develop practical tools to assist staff and faculty in resilience planning
- Manage project financial duties, including budgeting and cost accounting
- Supervise an Emergency Management Associate and coordinate with contract workers or student staff
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
- Certification in emergency planning, business continuity, or a related field
- Minimum 4 years of specialized experience in emergency management or continuity planning
- Knowledge of the BC Emergency Program Act and related regulations
- Experience conducting and designing emergency exercises
- Advanced report writing, analytical, and program planning skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience implementing preparedness programs within academic, research, or government organizations
- Knowledge of enterprise risk management and business continuity principles
- Project management or personnel management experience
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse academic, administrative, and union groups
About the Company
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. UBC is recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community that supports inspired students, faculty, and staff.
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