Position Details:

Wage Rate: $22.30 per hour

Hours of Work: Up to 40 hours per week

Employment Type: Casual

Position Duration: 4 Months

About Us:

Located 20 minutes from Winnipeg, Selkirk is a vibrant small city with a hometown feel. Our close-knit community loves to celebrate, learn and explore in the company of good neighbours. All through the year, there are many opportunities to enjoy local talent, learn about our past and seek out new interests.

The Opportunity:

The City of Selkirk is currently in search of a Protective Services Summer Student – Emergency Management to join our team. Under the supervision of the Director of Protective Services the incumbent will be responsible for assisting the department with the development and partial implementation of the City’s four-year exercise cycle plan as well as various other emergency management related projects as assigned.

Job Duties:

1. Protective Services Initiatives:

• Conduct research in industry trends related to Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Assessments as well as tabletop and full-scale exercises.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the City’s four (4) year emergency planning cycle as required by provincial legislation.
• Conduct a review of the City’s Emergency Plan and Business Continuity Plan including revision or creation of Annexes and make any updates as required.
• Develop and curate engaging content specific to emergency management and personal preparedness and safety.
• Assist with the creation of information templates and educational resources for internal staff and the public.
• Assist with revisions and updates of any other documentation as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Requirements shall include:

• Education in an emergency management or similar related program.
• Ability to perform research and compile analysis.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Self-starter and ability to take initiative, including time management skills.
• Ability to work as a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License

Apply:

Visit our website https://www.myselkirk.ca/employment to apply online via our Career Connecter website. Applicants will need to create a profile and submit an application for consideration.

Comments:

This casual Non-Union position is open to students who are enrolled in a co-operative education program and seeking employment as part of that program. Preference will be given to Brandon University students in the Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies program

This position will work a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday for a period of 18 weeks (May to August 2026). Position starts and end dates are flexible based on student’s availability. Some evening and/or weekend meeting or consultation attendance may be required.

The City of Selkirk is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Applicants who require accommodation during the hiring process are encouraged to contact the City’s Human Resources Division.

Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

NOTE: Employees will be required to adhere to the City’s Vaccination Policy.

You must be legally eligible to work in Canada