Supervisor of Emergency Management and Business Continuity

Job summary

Lead the City’s emergency management and business continuity programs, including policy and plan development, risk assessments, preparedness training, and continuity planning across departments. Advise senior leaders, coordinate emergency response and recovery activities, manage program budgets and resources, and supervise staff while building partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Job details

People, Place, Prosperity Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity. Job Profile Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief, the Supervisor of Emergency Management & Business Continuity is responsible for the strategic leadership, development, implementation and performance management of the City’s Emergency Management and Continuity of Operations programs. The Supervisor of Emergency Management & Business Continuity provides corporate leadership and direction, ensuring legislative compliance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, and advancing organizational resilience through effective preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation strategies as well as business continuity planning. The position is accountable for program outcomes, resource allocation, and staff leadership, while acting as a key advisor to senior leadership on risks, service continuity and emergency readiness. What you will be doing Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the City's Emergency Management and Business Continuity programs, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, legislative requirements and industry best practices. Serve as the City's subject matter expert for Emergency Management and Business Continuity, providing professional advice, guidance and strategic recommendations to the Corporate Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, Council and departmental management. Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of corporate emergency management and business continuity policies, frameworks, procedures, plans and strategies to support emergency preparedness, response, recovery and organizational resilience. Act as an Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC), ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, municipal by-laws and corporate standards related to Emergency Management and Business Continuity. Oversee the development and ongoing maintenance of Business Impact Analyses (BIAs), continuity risk assessments, continuity of operations plans and recovery strategies across all City departments to support the continued delivery of critical municipal services. Lead and coordinate cross-functional, cross-departmental and multi-agency initiatives, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with corporate priorities, service delivery objectives and community resilience goals. Develop, implement and evaluate training, exercise, public education and community outreach programs that enhance organizational readiness, staff capabilities, emergency preparedness and community awareness. Lead the development and maintenance of corporate critical infrastructure protection and resilience initiatives, including the identification of vulnerabilities, interdependencies, risk mitigation measures and continuity strategies. Support the activation and coordination of the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), Incident Management Team (IMT) and recovery activities, providing advice and coordination during emergencies, major incidents and business disruptions. Conduct and oversee Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) and related risk management initiatives, integrating findings into emergency management, business continuity and organizational resilience planning. Develop and administer operating and capital budgets for the Emergency Management and Business Continuity programs, ensuring effective stewardship of resources and alignment with program objectives. Prepare reports, strategic recommendations, presentations, briefing materials and correspondence for leadership, Council, external agencies and stakeholders, and represent the City on committees, working groups and regional or provincial initiatives as required. Build and maintain effective partnerships with internal departments, emergency services, provincial ministries, regional partners, critical infrastructure operators, community organizations and other stakeholders to support emergency preparedness, response, recovery and resilience. Monitor emerging risks, trends, legislation, standards and best practices in Emergency Management, Business Continuity and organizational resilience, recommending and implementing program improvements as appropriate. Supervise, mentor and provide direction to assigned staff, consultants, contractors and program resources, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and service excellence. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education University degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, or a related discipline Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) certificate and Business Continuity Professional (BCP) designation are an asset. Experience and Knowledge 4 years of progressive leadership experience in emergency management, or business continuity Demonstrated experience in strategic program development, policy creation and corporate implementation Experience managing staff, budgets and complex corporate initiatives Proven experience advising senior leadership and working across multiple departments Municipal or public sector experience is strongly preferred We will ask you for these items if you are hired Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications. Valid G driver's license. Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness Training Certificate from the Ministry of Labour (may be obtained post offer) Your compensation The annual salary range for this non-union position is $107,360 to $130,932 (Band Level 6). Comprehensive benefits package including extended health, dental, travel benefits; long term disability; accidental death and dismemberment and life insurance. Enrolment in Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS). Hours of work Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week). The position will require after-hours work as required. Advertisement expiration date To apply, please visit www.cambridge.ca/careers. This posting closes on October 16, 2026. Accommodation needs and protection of privacy The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment. We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity. We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact HRServices@Cambridge.ca to make your needs known in advance. For more information on our Employment Equity, please read our full policy. Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.

What you’ll do

Lead the City’s emergency management and business continuity programs, including policy and plan development, risk assessments, preparedness training, and continuity planning across departments. Advise senior leaders, coordinate emergency response and recovery activities, manage program budgets and resources, and supervise staff while building partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

A university degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, or a related discipline is required, along with at least four years of progressive leadership experience in emergency management or business continuity. Experience in strategic program development, policy implementation, staff and budget management, senior leadership advising, and cross-departmental work is expected; municipal or public-sector experience is strongly preferred, while CEMC certification and a BCP designation are assets.

Benefits

• Extended Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Travel Benefits
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death And Dismemberment Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) Pension

Listed skills

• management · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Emergency Management
• Business Continuity Planning
• Strategic Program Leadership
• Legislative Compliance
• Risk Assessment
• Hazard Identification
• Business Impact Analysis
• Continuity Of Operations Planning
• Emergency Preparedness
• Incident Response
• Recovery Planning
• Critical Infrastructure Resilience
• Budget Management
• Staff Supervision
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Training And Exercise Development

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Security & Safety

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