Area Information Coordinator
Job in
Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada
Listing for:
Government of Alberta
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
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Government
Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Role Responsibilities
Join the dynamic team at the Government of Alberta as an Area Information Coordinator, where you will play a crucial role in wildfire management, emergency communications, and community engagement. Reporting to the Forest Area Manager, this position offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, build partnerships, and contribute to the safety and well-being of Albertans and their environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead Division-wide initiatives encompassing wildfire, forest management, youth programs, social media, and more to influence behavior change in Albertans for emergency preparedness.Provide emergency and crisis communications leadership and direction on incidents and within communities under crisis.The Area Information Coordinator builds relationships, strategies and conducts planning with a structured tool set; often starting with needs assessments to determine the appropriate approach for each stakeholder group.Increasing awareness, understanding and concern for wildfire-related topics within ecosystem management.Building communication plans and strategies to integrate and support landscape management planning initiatives like wildfire management plans.Manage program budget and plans with reportable performance measures and deliverables. The position is accountable for delivery of a yearly budget plan, contingency planning and ongoing financial management.Responsible to lead provincial task teams on provincial behaviour change or crisis communication initiatives. The Area Information Coordinator, on a rotational basis, will also act as a provincial wildfire information officer, making themselves available 24/7 during wildfire season for immediate comment on behalf of the Alberta Government.Train internal staff on techniques to change behaviours of Albertans as well as professional communication in and out of crisis events.Leading the planning, execution, and management of national-level corporate events like the Fire Smart Community Series and the Wildland Fire Canada Conference as well as designing and organizing multi-jurisdictional mock disasters and exercises.This role offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic communication efforts in wildfire management and emergency preparedness. If you are passionate about making a difference, building partnerships, and ensuring the safety of communities and the environment, we encourage you to apply.
Join us in making a difference and protecting our forests and communities for future generations.
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