Security & Emergency Program Advisor; Fire Safety – Lower
Job in
Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for:
BC Housing
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
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Government
Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief
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Management
Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief, Data Science Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Security & Emergency Program Advisor (Fire Safety) – Lower Mainland
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the assigned Manager, Security & Emergency Services, the Security and Emergency Program Advisor provides support for recommending strategies, procedures, and programs pertaining to fire safety, security, and emergency preparedness of staff, housing developments and tenants, facilitating their implementation across the province. He/She/They conducts safety and security audits and investigations and participates in emergency responses. The position assists with the provision of security services and systems for all building portfolios, completes threat and risk assessments, coordinates feasibility studies, and provides consultation on safety and security initiatives.
The role also contributes to the development and provides advice on Business Continuity Plans for BC Housing offices and Non-Profit Housing partners.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will have the following:
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, safety and security, disaster response or recovery programs.Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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.Considerable knowledge of programs, practices and processes associated with security, 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
requirementsSound knowledge in program development, analysis, and evaluationConsiderable knowledge of building technology and Federal, Provincial and Municipal codesExcellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational and program/project coordination skillsExcellent communication, facilitation, conflict resolution, relationship management and interpersonal skillsGood public speaking and presentation skillsExcellent computer skillsAbility to coordinate the implementation of program activities, analyze and solve issues and make effective decisions, particularly during an emergency situationAbility to establish and maintain constructive working relationships with Commission staff, housing providers and government agenciesAbility to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to completionAbility to work under pressure during stressful and emergency situations in meeting deadlines and changing prioritiesAbility to work effectively in a variety of team settings and ability to work independentlyAbility to work extended hours during emergenciesAbility to travel throughout the province, sometimes with limited noticeValid BC Driver’s LicenceA Criminal Record Check is required.
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