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Emergency Management and Business Continuity Coordinator - Office of the Vice President Administration and Finance *Reposted*

Competition Number:
113E21R
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Office of the Vice President Administration and Finance
Position:
Emergency Management and Business Continuity Coordinator
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

The Vice President Administration and Finance at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for the position of Emergency Management and Business Continuity Coordinator.

Reporting to the VP Administration and Finance, the Emergency Management and Business Continuity Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, promotion, and administration of the University wide emergency management and continuity programs. The incumbent will support the implementation and development of policies, plans, procedures, training, and community outreach that supports an all-hazard emergency and continuity management program. The incumbent will also support Fire Protection initiatives, providing support, instruction, and education for the various components of the Fire Protection program, including fire wardens, safety plans, evacuations, procedures, and drill coordination. The coordinator will conduct research as needed, to ensure that legislation, regulations, and guidelines are followed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The coordinator will take a lead role in the planning and preparation of the University’s business continuity frameworks and departmental plans to support an all-hazards approach to emergency and continuity management
  • The incumbent will work closely with executive, operational, and academic units to understand their critical functions and work with them to address their continuity planning needs
  • The coordinator will also support the design and implementation of campus emergency procedures; development of awareness and training programs; and ensure the effectiveness and maintenance of all plans through simulations, exercises, and other testing/evaluations methods
  • The coordinator will liaise routinely with the campus community and report all issues or concerns brought forward regarding Continuity of Operations, Emergency Management, and Fire Protection
  • As the lead of the Emergency and Continuity Management Team the incumbent will organize and lead tabletop and mock exercises and drills

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Completion of a University degree in Social Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline
  • Completion of or working towards a specialization in Emergency Management or Business Continuity through a college, university, or a professional credential-issuing association would be an asset
  • A combination of relevant education and work experience will be considered

Relevant work experience required:

  • A minimum of five years’ experience in emergency management activities including emergency planning, operational contingency planning, response and exercises, business continuity planning, and delivering emergency preparedness guidance and training.  This experience must include experience communicating with first responders during critical incidents, emergencies and/or within high-stress environments
  • Experience in the university or college setting preferred
  • Knowledge of the Federal Emergencies Act, the Provincial Emergency Measures Act and associated regulations and standards, as well as local, regional, and national frameworks, plans and regulations relevant to emergency management and business continuity
  • Strong understanding of emergency management phases and business continuity
  • Completion of Incident Command System training, both ICS-100 and ICS-200 within the last three years with the ability to complete additional incident command and incident management training
  • Significant experience and knowledge within a large, complex organization with a similar physical layout, with the ability to identify business priorities that are critical to a successful emergency and continuity management program

Additional information may be found in the attached Job Description.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. 

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

Previous applicants from Competition #113E21 need not reapply.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.