Position Title: FIRE & EMERGENCY COORDINATOR

Reports to: Manager, Safety & Security

Job Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Safety & Security, the Fire & Emergency Coordinator supports and coordinates fire safety procedures, emergency response plans, and evacuation protocols to assist with the delivery of the Haisla Nation Council's fire and emergency services. This role involves planning, training, and implementing strategies to prevent fire hazards and respond effectively to emergencies, acting as a key point of contact in an emergency to ensure that loss of life, property, or injury because of fire is prevented and/or minimized.

Organizational Status

The Haisla Nation is the band government of the Haisla people. Our mission is to build a powerful, prosperous and proud community, healthy in mind, body and spirit. We believe in building a strong and thriving community, with healthy and happy members and a sustained and prosperous environment. We are about 2023+ people, with approximately 700 living in Kitamaat Village. We have lived off the land and waters of our traditional territory for thousands of years, and it remains the focus of all we do.

Duties & Responsibilities

Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness:

• Assist the Manager, Safety & Security to develop and implement fire safety policies, procedures, and evacuation plans.
• Assist in the preparation of policy drafts and standard operating procedures related to Emergency Response.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify fire hazards and take corrective actions.
• Ensure that all fire detection, suppression systems, and equipment (fire extinguishers, alarms, etc.) are functional and meet compliance standards through regular inspections.
• Perform regular vehicle checks to ensure one ton and pumper truck are operational and ready to respond in case of emergency.
• Update emergency response plans (ERPs) for various potential emergencies (fires, natural disasters, etc.).
• Coordinate drills (e.g., fire drills, evacuation drills) and evaluate their effectiveness across all Haisla Nation facilities.
• Work with local fire departments and emergency services to ensure effective coordination during emergencies.
• Work closely with facility management to address any identified hazards or safety concerns.

Incident Response:

• Serve as a main point of contact in the event of a fire or emergency.
• Monitor and respond to all email and phone calls on a regular basis.
• Monitor and respond to all emails and phone calls during and emergency event to ensure cohesive communication across Haisla Nation and provide any follow-up communication, as required.
• Take an active role in the event of emergencies if required.
• Coordinate emergency response activities, including evacuation, first aid, and communication with emergency services.

Volunteer and Community Coordination:

• Recruit and train volunteers to the Haisla Volunteer Fire Department.
• Ensure volunteer role descriptions are up to date.
• Organize periodic fire and emergency response training sessions, ensuring all volunteers and employees are familiar with safety protocols.
• Conduct safety awareness campaigns to reduce risks and increase preparedness.
• Attend community events such a sports days, tournaments and cultural events to support safety operations.

Administration and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with national and local fire safety regulations and building codes.
• Assist with the investigation of fire and emergency incidents.
• Prepare reports outlining the cause, response effectiveness, and preventive measures for future incidents.
• Maintain records of inspections, safety audits, and incidents.
• Liaise with fire marshals and regulatory agencies to ensure periodic inspections are conducted.
• Assist with securing funding through letter writing and researching avenues for funding
• Coordinate and attend meetings.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Post Secondary Diploma in Fire Science, Safety Management or related field or equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
• 1 to 3 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of fire prevention and emergency response protocols.
• Experience recruiting, training and coordinating volunteers.
• Demonstrated competency using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint, related databases and the Internet.
• Working knowledge of First Nations structure, and of funding opportunities for First Nations emergency planning and management.
• Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in emergency situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain respectful, cooperative and productive working relationships with a variety of individuals.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Possess valid B.C. Driver's license and OFA Level 3 or higher.
• Satisfactory completion of criminal records check (with vulnerable sector screening if relevant).

Salary Range: $34.90/hr - 43.12/hr

Position Type: Full-time

Closing Date: Will remain open until the position is filled.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.