Indigenous Emergency Services Liaison

Term Position

POSTING NO: 2026-16
POSTING DATE: April 22, 2026
POSTING EXPIRY DATE: May 15, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Strathcona Regional District is recruiting for an Indigenous Emergency Services Liaison for a term position ending June 8th, 2029. The Indigenous Emergency Services Liaison is responsible for coordinating the Indigenous engagement requirements under the Emergency & Disaster Management Act (EDMA) and supporting intended outcomes including:

Relationship building across jurisdictions through consultation and cooperation with Indigenous governing bodies
Incorporating Indigenous knowledge and cultural safety across emergency management practices
Respecting of the inherent rights of Indigenous Peoples
Enhancing emergency management outcomes for the safety of all
Providing policy improvements that reflect the lived experience of Indigenous peoples and address the disproportionate impacts on Indigenous Peoples during emergency events.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (or equivalent combination)

Post-secondary diploma in Indigenous Studies, Emergency Management, or a related field of study
Minimum 3 years related experience in community development, emergency management or Indigenous engagement
Knowledge and experience with local Indigenous culture and communities in the SRD.

REQUIRED LICENCES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATIONS

Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license
Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor (or obtain certification within 1-year).

The position is 35 hours per week with an hourly pay rate of $43.64 to $50.11 plus an additional 16% in lieu of benefits and vacation. The SRD has applied to the BC Office of the Human Rights Commissioner for approval to preferentially hire a person who self-identifies as Indigenous for this position.

HOW TO APPLY
Please forward your cover letter and resume to hr@srd.ca quoting “Posting 2026-16 Indigenous Emergency Services Liaison” in the subject line of your application. Successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.

990 Cedar Street,
Campbell River, BC V9W 7Z8
Tel: 250-830-6700 • Fax: 250-830-6710
Toll-free: 1-877-830-2990

www.srd.ca

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Strathcona Regional District

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Indigenous Emergency Services Liaison