Lead, Emerg Mgmt Planning

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Service Commission (PSC) provides human resources (HR) services to the Government of Alberta (GOA). It leads to the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies and programs that ensure Alberta has a professional, non-partisan, diverse, inclusive public service that proudly service Albertans. This is achieved by providing expert advice, strategic leadership, and stewardship as well as developing and delivering innovative supports and services to Alberta Public Service (APS) employees. As the Lead, Emergency Management, you will play a critical role in ensuring the continuity of government operations and supporting coordinated provincial responses during emergencies. Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Services, and appointed by the Deputy Head under the Government Emergency Management Regulation, you will lead all aspects of emergency management for the department. This role offers a unique opportunity to operate at both a strategic and operational level, shaping emergency preparedness while leading real-time response efforts that directly impact the Alberta Public Service (APS) and all Albertans.

Requirements

Strategic, composed, and collaborative leader who can navigate complexity and deliver results under pressure.
Strong knowledge of emergency management legislation, frameworks, and best practices.
Ability to analyze complex risks and translate them into actionable plans and recommendations.
Advanced project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for executive, operational, and general audiences.
Proven ability to build relationships and influence across diverse stakeholders.
Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure situations.
Experience leading initiatives, programs, or teams in dynamic and time-sensitive environments.
Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work independently and drive outcomes with minimal direction.
University graduation in Business administration, disaster and emergency management or a related field plus 2 years experience.
A two-year Diploma plus four years related experience.
A one-year certificate with six years related experience.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Disaster Recovery.
An Associate Business Continuity Professional (ABCP) certification or higher.
Master of Arts in Disaster and Emergency Management.

Responsibilities

Oversee and continuously enhance the department’s Business Continuity Management Program (BCMP) across prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery.
Conduct risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify vulnerabilities and develop tailored strategies.
Establish and maintain tools, processes, and governance structures to support continuity planning.
Provide leadership during incidents, including initiating response actions, coordinating teams, and managing communications.
Advise senior leadership in real time, delivering clear recommendations and briefing materials.
Establish response structures, monitor evolving situations, and lead demobilization and recovery activities.
Represent the department at the Provincial Operations Centre (POC) during provincial-scale emergencies.
Fulfill legislated requirements under the Government Emergency Management Regulation and Alberta Emergency Plan.
Coordinate with internal and external partners to support a unified provincial response.
Lead post-incident reviews, exercises, and debriefs to identify lessons learned.
Develop and implement strategies to address gaps and strengthen program effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with audit and reporting requirements, including submissions to AEMA.
Develop and deliver training and awareness programs across the department.
Establish and lead internal emergency management networks and teams.
Represent the department in cross-government committees, working groups, and collaborative initiatives.