CANDIDATE APPLICATION AND CONSENT FORM
The MAV is coordinating the recruitment and induction of 20 Emergency Management (Fire) Coordinators across Victoria. While all positions will be directly employed by a participating council, the MAV is the primary point of contact for all initial enquiries and applications should be lodged with the MAV.
Individual councils will participate in the recruitment process at the point of first interview and only at this stage become the point of contact for applicants. Personal Details
Title: First Surname: Name:
Position Applied for: Emergency Management (Fire) Coordinator
Date of Application:
Postal Address:
Email Address:
Telephone Number:
Council Preference Please nominate, in order of preference, up to three participating councils that you wish to register your application for. Cardinia Shire Council Moorabool Shire Council Colac-Otway Shire Council Mount Alexander Shire Council East Gippsland Shire Council Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Glenelg Shire Council Moyne Shire Council Golden Plains Shire Council Northern Grampians Shire Council Greater Bendigo Shire Council Southern Grampians Shire Council Hepburn Shire Council Surf Coast Shire Council Macedon Ranges Shire Council Wellington Shire Council
Shared Positions
South Gippsland Shire Council/ Bass Coast Shire Council based at South Gippsland Shire Council in Leongatha Indigo Shire Council/ Alpine Shire Council/ Towong Shire Council based at Indigo Shire Council in Yackandandah Central Goldfields Shire Council/ Loddon Shire Council based at Central Goldfields Shire Council in Maryborough Horsham Rural City Council/Hindmarsh Shire Council/Yarriambiack Shire Council/West Wimmera Shire Council based at Horsham Rural City Council in Horsham
DECLARATION I consent to the information gathered about me during this recruitment process to be released to the council/s that I have nominated above for the purpose of assessment and selection for the position of Emergency Management (Fire) Coordinator.
I confirm that the information provided by me to the MAV, and therefore also to the nominated council/s, is accurate, correct and current. My experience and qualifications are those listed in my application and as discussed during each stage of the selection process.
I understand that this information will not be released to any other party without my consent. I understand that should I be required to complete any other form of assessment or questionnaire during the process that my de-identified results may be included in statistical analysis to improve the assessment or to contribute to project reporting and analysis.
Name:
Signature:
Date:
Please email a signed copy of this form along with all other required documents to [email protected]
Alternatively, you may post three copies of your application to:
James Holman Municipal Association of Victoria GPO Box 4326 Melbourne 3001
APPLICATION CHECKLIST: All applications must include the following items. 1. This coversheet, complete with all required information. 2. A brief cover letter 3. Current resume 4. Response to the Selection Criteria
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This document provides an agreed yet generalized position profile for this role. The title, banding classification and other details associated with this position may have been altered slightly by individual councils to meet local needs.
Applicants are advised to check and confirm the specific employment details listed for this position on council websites where they are seek employment.
POSITION TITLE
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (FIRE) COORDINATOR
BACKGROUND
As a consequence of the Black Saturday fire events and subsequent 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission (VBRC), the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) was successful in advocating for significant additional resources to assist councils to meet their statutory obligations; deliver on VBRC recommendations and to improve their capacity to perform their various roles and functions relating to fire in the context of emergency management.
It was agreed that an additional 25 full-time positions would be created to assist councils in the identified high risk areas. A process was initiated by the Fire Services Commissioner, Local Government Victoria and the MAV, in consultation with relevant councils, to agree on the distribution of these positions across high bushfire risk areas of Victoria, taking into account the capacity and needs of councils and their communities.
High fire risk areas include the 52 high risk locations identified in December 2009 and those progressively identified through the Victorian Fire Risk Register process. See Attachment 1 for a listing of the high risk locations and the fire-affected councils.
This position is funded for an initial contract ending June 2012, to assist Glenelg Shire Council meet and implement statutory obligations and to deliver agreed VBRC recommendations. The position will be reviewed prior to June 2012. The position may be subject to a further allocation of funding for a two- year period from the State Government subject to achievement of agreed objectives.
POSITION PROFILE
The purpose of this document is to articulate the broad responsibility and accountability areas for this position.
REMUNERATION A total remuneration package of $75/80,000 per annum will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
REPORTS TO CEO or delegated representative (or delegate) of Glenelg Shire Council
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THE POSITION
PURPOSE AND The purpose of the role is to develop robust and innovative strategies to KEY DUTIES increase emergency management capability, particularly as it relates to a bushfire in the municipality. The key deliverables of this role is to ensure that statutory obligations and relevant recommendations of the VBRC are met by the introduction of measurable improvements in community safety.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Identify priorities and develop an agreed work plan, in consultation with the council, within the context of ensuring the timely implementation of key elements arising from the outcomes of the VBRC.
2. Support the improvement and streamlining of Council processes to achieve implementation of VBRC initiatives and ensure an integrated approach to fire planning within council and across initiatives.
3. Work with relevant council staff, other agencies and other key stakeholders to develop strategic and operational plans to introduce measureable improvements in community safety.
4. Engage with communities, community groups and associated agencies to include them in the planning and implementation processes.
5. Ensure that statutory obligations are met in all aspects of work undertaken.
6. Maintain regular engagement with the MAV Emergency Management team and the network of Emergency Management (Fire) Coordinators.
7. Assist in coordination at the regional level and contribute to the identification and delivery of regional priorities.
8. Regularly report on the activity and outcomes against the agreed priorities and work plan.
9. Provide input to both regional and state-wide reports as required.
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CONTEXT This Position will support the council to deliver on agreed priorities, however it is also expected that the position will strengthen and contribute to integrated regional capacity overall and improve the capacity of council to respond to a fire emergency situation due to strengthened regional collaboration and established cooperative processes. The priorities of the Emergency Management (Fire) Coordinator will be determined by the CEO (or delegate) of Glenelg Shire Council. These priorities will be informed by statutory obligations and responsibilities resulting from the State Implementation Plan for the Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission recommendations. The Coordinator will work closely with the emergency management and risk practitioners within council, other relevant areas within the council, the regional network of Emergency Management (Fire) Coordinators, the Integrated Fire Management Planning Network Manager and with other agencies and organisations as necessary.
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POSITION SPECIFICATION – SELECTION CRITERIA
SELECTION The position requires: CRITERIA 1. Experience in planning and implementation in the risk management and/or emergency management environment
2. Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to
develop ideas into logical written communication, reports, plans and
proposals
3. Confidence in verbal communication in a variety of environments and with diverse audiences 4. A strong work ethic with an ability to work independently with minimum supervision
5. The ability to manage complex conflicting work demands and meet demanding timelines 6. Strong risk analysis skills with particular emphasis on community safety outcomes
7. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop relationships within relevant networks
DESIRABLE/ 1. Qualifications, experience or training in risk management and/ or REQUIRED emergency management is advantageous QUALIFICATIONS 2. A current driver’s licence is essential 3. Tertiary qualifications in planning, environment, science or social science or related disciplines are desirable 4. Broad technical knowledge of fire in the environment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
LOCATION This role is located at the Glenelg Shire Council’s Portland Customer Service Centre EQUAL The Glenelg Shire Council is an EEO employer committed to fairness, EMPLOYMENT diversity and respect. OPPORTUNITY
OCCUPATIONAL In the context of Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures, HEALTH AND training, and instruction, employees are responsible for ensuring that they: SAFETY Follow reasonable instruction Cooperate with their employer At all times, take reasonable care for the safety of others in the workplace
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APPLICATION PROCESS
The MAV is assisting to coordinate the recruitment and the induction processes of the Emergency Management (Fire) Coordinator team across Victoria. The MAV is the primary point of contact for applicants and applications will be received by the MAV for initial review.
Individual councils will participate in the recruitment process at the point of first interview and only at this stage become the point of contact for applicants.
Applications are due on 5.00 pm on Monday 4 th April.
Applications must include the following items: 1. The completed application cover sheet which can be downloaded from www.mav.asn.au 2. A cover letter 3. Current resume 4. Response to selection criteria
If submitting a hard copy application, then please provide three copies of your application.
Send to:
James Holman Municipal Association of Victoria Level 12, 60 Collins Street Melbourne 3000
Email to: [email protected]
For any queries regarding the position please contact:
James Holman Project Officer 03 9667 5555 [email protected]
PRIVACY NOTIFICATION
The MAV is bound by Victorian privacy laws. For information on the relevant privacy practices contact Alison Lyon at [email protected] , 03 9667 5555.
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