Senior Emergency Planner
Toronto Transit Commission View all jobs
- Toronto, ON
- $111,129-138,975 per year
- Temporary
- Full-time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Safety And Environment (20000013) - Emergency Management & Fire Safety (30000020)
Salary Information: $111,129.20 - $138,975.20
Pay Scale Group: 10SA
Employment Type: Temporary until October 1, 2027
New or Existing Vacancy: New vacancyWeekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday, Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: April 9, 2026
Last Day to Apply: April 18, 2026
Reports to: Manager, Emergency ManagementThe Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC's legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.The full Plan canCareer OpportunityOur Safety and Environment Department is seeking a Senior Emergency Planner to join their team!What You Will DoReporting to the Director, Emergency Management and Fire Safety, the position supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the TTC's emergency management corporate program, including policies, processes, systems, activities and training and exercise programs. The position supports integration of the emergency management program with related disciplines such as business continuity, fire safety, enterprise risk management, and health, safety and environment, to enhance overall enterprise resilience across the TTC.The incumbent actively partners with internal and external stakeholders, emergency services, public and private sector partners, and various levels of government to enable effective and consistent delivery of the TTC's emergency management corporate program, and to promote emergency readiness, capability and the overall profile of the program. Advises and supports internal stakeholders, in particular the assigned departments, on matters pertaining to emergency management. Supports development of contingency plans for upcoming planned events in the community that may impact the TTC, and incident response planning with stakeholders when crises arise. Serves in a key emergency management role during major incidents and emergencies, representing the TTC.As an observing member of relevant governance forums, the incumbent provides necessary advice and administrative support to enable effective functioning.What Skills Do You Bring?
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Assess and manage corporate risk
- Identify and minimize risk of Health and Safety issues
- Demonstrate knowledge of the industry and / or sector
- Apply analytical skills
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in Emergency Management or related field, or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
- Several years of progressive emergency management experience in a complex, multi stakeholder environment.
- Knowledge of standards such as CSA Z1600 and relevant legislation (e.g., Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act).
- Experience developing emergency management programs, policies, plans, and exercises.
- Experience supporting or managing critical incidents in dynamic, ambiguous environments.
- Knowledge of enterprise risk management, business continuity, and health, safety & environment.
- Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and customer service skills.
- Project management capability and ability to work independently.
- Proficiency with presentations, databases, spreadsheets, and digital emergency management tools.
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) International Association of Emergency Managers, Associate Business Continuity
- Professional (ABCP) DRII or Certificate of the Business Continuity Institute (CBCI) are an asset.
- Experience with Transit Emergency Management programs is an asset.
- IMS 300 or experience deemed to be equivalent gained through experience or teaching emergency management courses are an asset.
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.
- The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
- All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
- During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
- You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.