Specialist Emergency Management

Job Description

Specialist Emergency Management

Health Services, Long Term Care

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range: Non Union Salary Band H

Hiring Range: $94,455 - $106,262 per annum, plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual

Work Mode: Hybrid, 2 On site days per week which can increase based on operational needs *see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton ON, with occasional travel to our LTC homes

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Reporting to the Manager, Facilities, Operations and Maintenance and working directly with the Senior Services team, this position provides expert emergency management guidance and advice that supports the development and implementation of the Long Term Care Emergency Management Program and supports the Health Services Department’s state of emergency readiness.

Major Responsibilities:

• Research and reports emergency management environmental and best practices, seeking relevant guidance documents, existing plans and exercise reports to ensure that emerging health trends are addressed.
• Conduct research that relates to new developments in emergency management practices that supports the need of the client and the continuous quality improvement of the Long Term Care emergency management program. This research includes recommendations from changes to federal and provincial legislative requirements and standards for emergency planning and response.
• Collaborates with clients to ensure that the Long Term Care division meets the mandatory requirements of the Fixing Long Term Care Act and the Ontario Regulations.
• Prepares reports and recommendations to address issues and opportunities in Health Services emergency preparedness, training and education to ensure optimal business practices are in place.
• Develops annual and multi-year training and exercise schedules in consultation with clients.
• Acts as key Senior Services emergency management expert for departmental or Regional programs, as appropriate.
• Maintains strategic relationships with external agencies in the Health Services emergency management profession, authoring recommendations for emergency management program enhancements.
• Collaborates with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless and unified emergency response infrastructure; including training, exercises, and plans.
• Attends conferences and participates on committees and task forces of stakeholder organizations as requested by Manager.
• Prepares the functional delivery of approved Senior Services training and
• Coordinates relevant Incident Management System training for Senior Services staff.
• Provides on-site task management during Emergency Management exercises and post-exercise reports.
• Collaborates with staff designated as emergency management liaisons
• Provides expert interpretation of emergency management situations to clients directly and resolves difficult or highly sensitive complaints either verbally or in writing.
• Engage clients to periodically review and update Senior Services business continuity and recovery plans, as requested.
• Provides emergency management expert advice to support the development and maintenance of the Department’s business continuity plans, incident management system training and emergency contact procedures, including specific operational policies and procedures.
• Utilize project management principles to plan and execute multi-staff, multi-discipline projects.
• Responsible for ensuring all Long Term Care Home specific emergency plans meet regulations and are updated regularly.
• Acts on behalf of the Manager in his/her absence when so designated and represents the Manager at meetings and conferences, both internal and external to the Region.
• Provide functional direction and oversight during emergency events (i.e. subject matter expert) to assist the organization in delivering emergency services, maintain existing services, and return to stable operations following an event.
• Support emergency response after regular working hours, on weekends and statutory holidays as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet Departmental and Corporate objectives.
• Collaborate with other Regional Emergency Management partners.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in Health Administration or a related discipline in Disaster and Emergency Management and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in an emergency management role.
• Successful completion of Basic Emergency Management and/or Incident Management courses from a provincial/territorial agency.
• Demonstrated knowledge of emergency management program development, applicable legislation and industry standards, emergency exercise initiatives and current emergency management practices.
• Understanding of customer service principles and the importance of effective communications.
• Knowledge of long term care services and programs provided by Regional municipalities.
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long Term Care Act and other relevant long term care legislation
• Business continuity planning experience
• Demonstrated ability to perform program evaluations and make recommendations to enhance operations.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours as required.
• Previous experience managing projects and across a wide range of programs and services.
• Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize workload.
• Ability to work independently.
• Hold a valid Class G driver’s license and own or have access to a vehicle
• Excellent oral and communication skills
• Professional level presentation, report writing, research, analytical and project management skills.
• Computer literacy in a Windows environment utilizing Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio.

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved. 

Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.