The Strathcona Regional District is seeking an Indigenous Emergency Services Liaison to help strengthen relationships and collaboration between the Regional District, local First Nations, and Indigenous communities in the area.
This important role will focus on building partnerships, supporting emergency preparedness and response initiatives, and ensuring Indigenous perspectives, knowledge, and priorities are meaningfully integrated into regional emergency management planning. The successful candidate will act as a key connection between Indigenous communities, emergency service providers, and regional government.
Responsibilities include fostering strong working relationships with First Nations and Indigenous organizations, supporting culturally informed emergency planning and response, facilitating communication and collaboration during emergency events, and advancing reconciliation through partnership and shared decision-making.
The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education in a related field such as Indigenous Studies, Emergency Management, Public Administration, or Community Development, along with relevant experience in Indigenous relations, emergency services, program coordination, or community engagement. A strong understanding of Indigenous governance, culture, and emergency management practices is essential.
This full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in supporting community resilience and emergency preparedness throughout the region.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the competition number, by the specified closing date. A criminal record check will be required for the successful candidate. Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, in accordance with applicable legislation and organizational commitments to reconciliation and inclusion.
Learn more at the SRD website.
