job opportunity

Would you like to be part of a dynamic, fast paced, award winning local government organization?  A team that prides itself on providing cost effective local government services for local residents?  Do you have the right attitude, qualifications, and superior people skills for the job?  If so, the City of Langford invites you to apply to be an Emergency Program Manager with Langford Fire Rescue!

Under the direction of the Fire Chief, the Emergency Program Manager is responsible for planning, implementing and maintaining the City of Langford Emergency Program that advances the preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery elements of emergency management in compliance with provincial mandates. As an Emergency Program Manager, you will work with and supervise employees and volunteers to coordinate and implement Emergency Program activities and provide essential services to evacuees and responders affected by an emergency or disaster. You will also create policies and procedures related to emergency response framework and maintain relationships with external partners in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Qualifications for this position include:

• Post-secondary degree in Emergency Management or a related discipline, and five (5) years’ progressively responsible leadership experience in the field of Emergency Management (or an equivalent combination)
• A master’s degree in Emergency Management or related, is preferred
• Incident Command System (ICS) 300
• Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Essentials
• Experience delivering emergency response and emergency management services
• Experience in communicating goals, policies, and training material to diverse groups
• Extensive knowledge of emergency management information systems, communication tools, audio/visual and related technology
• Ability to work after-hours in response to emergencies, including EOC and DOC activations
• Satisfactory Police Information Check & Valid Class 5 BC drivers’ license
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels in the organization, external clients, and business contacts, including the ability to manage and resolve conflicts

The salary range for this regular full-time position is $60.23 to $70.86 per hour (2025 rates), plus an excellent benefits package including one of Canada’s top pension plans. Please refer to the job description attached for more information and a detailed position description.

To apply please submit your resume by email to (identify the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail). Review of applications will begin on July 21, 2025, and this position will remain open until filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description