Security & Emergency Program Advisor

at  BC Housing

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Security and Emergency Services, the Security and Emergency Program Advisor is responsible for recommending strategies, procedures, and programs pertaining to the safety, security, and emergency preparedness of staff, housing developments and tenants, facilitating their implementation across the province. He/She/They undertakes safety and security audits, conducts investigations, and takes a leadership role in coordinating emergency responses. The incumbent assists with the provision of security services, access control management for all building portfolios, completes threat and risk assessments, coordinates feasibility studies, and provides consultation on safety and security initiatives. In addition, the position coordinates and provides advice in the development of Business Continuity Plans for BC Housing offices and Non-Profit Housing partners.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, criminology, security, operations management, emergency management, business continuity management or other relevant field.
• Considerable experience in coordinating the implementation of business continuity, fire safety, security, disaster response or recovery programs.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of programs, practices and processes associated with security, fire safety and emergency preparedness, particularly in the areas of PDBA, BCEMS, CPTED, risk/threat assessment, and Target Hardening.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Commission’s safety, security and emergency preparedness requirements for its housing developments and working knowledge and understanding of the Commission’s programs and operating requirements.
• Sound knowledge in program development, analysis, and evaluation
• Considerable knowledge of building technology and Federal, Provincial, and Municipal codes
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and program/project coordination skills
• Excellent communication, facilitation, conflict resolution, relationship management, and interpersonal skills
• Good public speaking and presentation skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to coordinate the implementation of program activities, analyze and solve issues, and make effective decisions, particularly during an emergency situation
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive working relationships with Commission staff, housing providers and government agencies
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to completion
• Ability to work under pressure during stressful and emergency situations in meeting deadlines and changing priorities
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of team settings and ability to work independently
• Ability to work extended hours during emergencies
• Ability to travel throughout the province, sometimes with limited notice
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence
• A Criminal Record Check is required.
  Please Note: Successful applicant(s) are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and are required to maintain Security Clearance throughout their employment.

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