Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment(HIRA) Analyst

Role Responsibilities

The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) Analyst plays a key role in supporting the development, implementation, coordination and continuous improvement of the Government of Alberta's HIRA program. 

Reporting to the Manager, Disaster Risk Reduction, the HIRA Analyst provides research, analysis and advice in hazard, risk and vulnerability analysis, enterprise risk management, and emergency management, with the overarching goal of strengthening the Government of Alberta's disaster risk identification, risk assessment, and disaster risk management capacity. This would require strong knowledge and expertise in evaluating and assessing policies, programs, practices, and frameworks in other jurisdictions; options development for decision making; and continuous improvement framework. The work completed by the HIRA Analyst results in the development of background research papers to inform engagement sessions, briefing notes, internal-to-government HIRA reports, publicly available HIRA reports, and other government documents as appropriate, providing supported options and recommendations to be advanced for review.

To be successful, the incumbent will integrate several significantly different areas of expertise such as:

•    Research, policy analysis, and program development.
•    Emergency management as a profession in the federal, provincial, and municipal context.
•    Disaster risk management; and
•    Continuous improvement

You will be responsible for:

•    Supporting the work associated with development and implementation of the HIRA program
•    Monitoring, identifying, researching, and analyzing risk assessment best practices to determine emerging trends and to support continuous improvement of the HIRA program.
•    Collecting and analyzing risk assessment reports from across GOA ministries and supporting the consolidation of this information into the HIRA engagement process.
•    Supporting the development and delivery of HIRA training and education programs to support municipalities and other local authorities. 
•    Supporting the planning and implementation of stakeholder engagement plans, including recommending engagement methods, contributing to the preparation of engagement material, and direct stakeholder interaction.

Please click on this LINK to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Creative Problem Solving: Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight.  Asks questions to understand a problem.  Looks for new ways to improve results and activities.  Explores different work methods and what made projects successful, shares learning. Collects breadth of data and perspectives to make choices.

Systems Thinking: Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals.  Seeks insight into implications of different options.  Analyzes long-term outcomes, focus on goals and values.  Identifies unintended consequences.

Build Collaborative Environments: Facilitates open communication and leverages team skill.  Leverages skills and knowledge of others.  Genuinely values and learns from others.  Facilitates open and respectful conflict resolution.  Recognizes and appreciates others.

Drive for Results: Works to exceed goals and partner with others to achieve objectives.  Plans based on experience.  Holds self and others responsible for results.  Partners with groups to achieve outcomes.  Aims to exceed expectations.

Qualifications

Required: University degree in Emergency Management, Political Science, Psychology, Public Admin, Sociology, and related disciplines. Equivalencies may be considered.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 
1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

For Example: 

Related 1 year certificate PLUS a minimum 3 years of experience
Related 2-year diploma PLUS a minimum 2 years of experience
Related minimum 4 years of experience 

You MUST also  have: 

•    Ability to use different research approaches (e.g., quantitative, qualitative) to assess and interpret data and information.
•    Extensive knowledge and experience using different policy evaluation and environmental scanning tools.
•    Ability to develop effective working relationships with cross-functional teams comprised of various levels of an organization, and building collaborative relationships with various stakeholders and partners.
•    Superior writing and presentation skills, and ability to develop, manage and deliver training programs.
•    Maintain a valid Class 5 (or equivalent) drivers license and a clear driver abstract.

Assets

•    Knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessments and risk assessment methodologies (e.g. ISO 31000 on Risk Management and Canadian Standards Association CSA Q850-97), and enterprise risk management.
•    Completion or enrolment in a program leading to a project management certificate through the Project Management Institute of Canada.
•    Relevant education in Risk Management, Business Continuity and Emergency Management. 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per work

Location: Edmonton

Selected candidates may be required to participate in a writing assessment and a competency assessment

This position may be required to work in the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre as needed during emergencies to coordinate provincial emergency response efforts and/or support/advise/assist government ministries, municipalities, First Nations, and/or other organizations. In these circumstances, the position may require working extended and irregular hours and/or shifts with minimal or no notice, particularly during emergencies and exercises.

If a security screening is required.
•    Final candidates may be required to undergo a security screening.
•    Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks
     from the province they currently reside in.)

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
•    Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement