Working in a modernized GOC
GOC workforce
GOC personnel represent a diverse group of hard-working professionals with backgrounds in emergency management, academia, military, law enforcement, nursing and firefighting.
The GOC is an exciting environment; a mix of responding to unfolding events and getting ready to deal with the next. The GOC has a unique esprit de corps as a community bonded by shared values and joint experience.
Employment Opportunities
If you are interested in joining the GOC, you can apply to a job opening, register with Jobs Canada or, as a student, to the Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP).
If you are studying in emergency management at the post-secondary level, consider arranging with your institution to do a co-op placement with the GOC.
Come back soon to see new job postings.
New accommodations
Disasters in Canada are increasing in frequency and severity and the GOC needs to ensure it has the capacity to respond to future challenges. In 2024, the GOC will relocate to secure, modernized accommodations that meet its operational and security requirements, and where it can manage concurrent emergencies.
The GOC will be the first federal organization with a WELL certification, which prioritizes health and well-being in the workplace by looking at seven factors: air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort and mind.
The GOC's relocation will improve the Government of Canada's capacity to support federal, provincial, and territorial emergency responses and planning efforts.
Surge capacity
For large scale or long-duration events, the GOC relies on surge capacity to supplement the event response teams. Volunteers are federal public servants who integrate into the GOC via a micro-mission. This approach ensures that the GOC continues to deliver on its mandate while cost-effectively allocating federal resources. Surge capacity duties can include supporting operations, planning, communications and administration.
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