Competition No: 2025-274

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Salary: $5,270 – 5,491 – 5,719 – 5,957 – 6,200/month (2024 Rates)

Schedule: 70 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM (Nine-Day Fortnight)

Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘T’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 9/19/25

This position works in the Emergency Planning organizational unit. This is specialized administrative work assisting with the Emergency Management Programs and activities. An incumbent of this class assists with the development, delivery and maintenance of the integrated plans for emergency preparedness programs; conducts research and analyzes a variety of information pertaining to the program; assists the Emergency Management Coordinator with managing operations, implementing work plans, emergency management plans and protocols; coordinates the City’s emergency management volunteer program; conducts meetings and training sessions; plans and participates in emergency exercises as required; establishes and maintains effective relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts. Considerable independence of judgement and action is exercised with established policies and procedures, referring unusual or policy matters to a supervisor who reviews work performance in terms of conformance to established policies and procedures and effectiveness of support services. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include the completion of Grade 12 supplemented by Emergency Management Certificate plus considerable related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Considerable knowledge of the philosophy, principles, objectives, policies, regulations, practices, and procedures of the Emergency Management Program. Sound knowledge of the methods and practices for volunteer management and training programs, and knowledge of the Provincial Emergency Program and of the related legislation and associated regulations, rules, and standards. Considerable independence of judgement and action is exercised with established policies and procedures, referring unusual or policy matters to a superior who reviews work performance in terms of conformance to established policies and procedures and effectiveness of support services. Ability to conduct training and professional information sessions, work with confidential, make decisions in accordance with the applicable policies and regulations, and act with some authority when performing duties under minimal supervision. A valid Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia is required.

This is a temporary full time position until September 30, 2027.

Please apply online by September 29, 2025.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture**at 604-294-7303**if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.