Emergency Preparedness Consultant - Emergency Preparedness

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Halifax, NS

1d•CA$76,148 - CA$93,288•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Preparedness Consultant is responsible for coordinating activities within the designated portfolio related to emergency planning and response. The Consultant will also be responsible for coordinating activities related to education & training, emergency exercising, emergency planning, response (including the support of the Incident Management System) and continuity planning. The Consultant works under the authority of the manager and is responsible for participating in the development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of all components of a comprehensive and provincially integrated emergency preparedness program. The Consultant is committed to achieving the best outcomes in healthcare and service delivery, safe care, and continuous improvement to meet or exceed all accreditation and legislative requirements.

Requirements

University Degree in Emergency/Disaster Management or an Advanced Diploma in Emergency Management with a demonstrated relevant combination of continuing education, training and progressive leadership experience.
Three (3) years recent and related experience in an Emergency Management program.
Three (3) years recent and related experience in the development and implementation of emergency preparedness plans, procedures, protocols, guidelines.
Three (3) years recent and related experience in a Business Continuity Program.
Three (3) years recent and related experience in the development and implementation of Business Continuity Plans/Continuity of Operations Plans, procedures, protocols, guidelines.
Three (3) years recent and related experience in delivering training and education to adults.
Three (3) years recent and related experience in Emergency Exercise Program e.g., Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) through FEMA.
Three (3) years recent and related experience working in intergovernmental relationships and strategic partnerships.
Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM); if not, a commitment to complete the designation within a specified time is required.
Education and experience related to Business Continuity Planning or Continuity of Operations Program.
Demonstrated commitment to life-long learning through continuing education in risk and emergency management, continuity planning, project and change management and response programs.
Ability to lead with confidence, patience and integrity when interacting with professional leadership teams during emergencies.
Highly effective written and verbal communication, collaboration and coordination skills.
Ability to work positively in stressful situations.
Good project management skills. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the testing of emergency response, recovery support, and business resumption procedures.
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills with an ability to deal with conflicting demands and interruptions.
Knowledge in the use of Windows, Microsoft Office products, internet and electronic mail.
Experience engaging, mentoring and empowering teams and stakeholders in a collaborative, participatory manner.
Travel to various sites is required, must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Emergency/Disaster Management or relevant field would be an asset.
Professional certification in BCP/COOP will be considered an asset.
Healthcare or Public Health emergency management experience an asset.
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinating activities within the designated portfolio related to emergency planning and response.
Coordinating activities related to education & training, emergency exercising, emergency planning, response (including the support of the Incident Management System) and continuity planning.
Participating in the development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of all components of a comprehensive and provincially integrated emergency preparedness program.
Achieving the best outcomes in healthcare and service delivery, safe care, and continuous improvement to meet or exceed all accreditation and legislative requirements.