Emergency management specialist

(full time)
Contest No. 2025-39
October 9, 2025

The Fraser Valley Regional District is a local government providing more than 100 services to residents living in its eight electoral areas and six-member municipalities. Stretching from Abbotsford to Boston Bar, the FVRD is one of the fastest growing regional regions in British Columbia. The Fraser Valley provides a great place to work and live with a mix of rural and urban lifestyles along with an abundance of recreational and cultural opportunities.


People are at the center of everything we do, and we strive to put the needs of those we serve and the employees of the organization at the forefront of our daily work. We are an organization that values ​​teamwork and respect. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and representation of the region we serve. We are committed to the ongoing process of building relationships and examining our work to ensure that the principles of inclusion, collaboration and reconciliation are embedded.


We have a dynamic opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join FVRD as an Emergency Management Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Emergency Management, a typical week could include supporting the Emergency Management Division’s work plan, developing the Preparedness, Resilience, and Emergency Program (PREP), Disaster and Emergency Management (DEM) coordination, and leading Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training and exercises. You will also share on-call Duty Officer responsibilities, which include supporting the activation of the Emergency Operations Center and providing assistance services to evacuees. In our dynamic environment, your strong analytical and problem-solving skills will be key to success.



The ideal candidate will possess:

• Post-secondary education in disaster and emergency management (DEM) and/or local government administration, plus several years of relevant experience in local government or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
• Knowledge of local government policy and operations, DEM principles in practice and FireSmart principles.
• Grant management and project management skills;
• High proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear reports, plans and correspondence.
• Confident verbal and public relations skills, with the ability to deal effectively with elected officials, staff, volunteers, outside agencies, and the public;
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain positive working relationships at all levels; and
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The annual salary range for this exempt position is $75,506 – $86,715 and is complemented by a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
Develop your career in an organization that welcomes your ideas and innovations for disaster and emergency management. Take advantage of employee programs that include mental and physical health support through our on-site gym. We offer a supportive, team-based work environment with an emphasis on collaboration. We believe in lifelong learning and are committed to providing and supporting training and professional development opportunities for our employees.
If you’re ready to make a difference in community resilience, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV with a cover letter explaining how you meet the qualifications. Visit www.fvrd.ca/careers To apply for this competition via 4:30 pm On October 30, 2025.