Emergency Planning Coordinator

The Village of Lions Bay is inviting proposals for a contractor to function as an Emergency Planning Coordinator to administer the Village of Lions Bay Emergency Program.

Responsibilities include:
• updating the Emergency Plan and Emergency Evacuation Plan;
• acting as secretary for the Emergency Planning Committee;
• training participants/arranging for training opportunities;
• organizing and participating in emergency preparedness exercises and training opportunities; writing proposals to access appropriate funding; coordination and integration of emergency response and recovery to large scale emergencies;
• liaising with partner communities to improve Emergency Services and response; and
• reporting on activities to Council.

The successful proponent will possess excellent communication skills and be able to effectively liaise with and coordinate appropriate agencies, management staff and volunteers. Familiarity with Sea to Sky corridor, Metro Vancouver Emergency Management, North Shore Emergency Management and previous experience in emergency management, ICS and BCERM would be an advantage.

All applicants should be familiar with the Lions Bay Emergency Plan.