Specialist Health Emergency Management

December 5 2024
Expected expiry date: December 12 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Security, Law inforcement, Defense,
Anywhere - Saskatchewan • Full time
  • Job Identification 29814
  • Job Category Executive Leadership and Administration
  • Posting Date 12/05/2024, 01:41 PM
  • Locations SK, Canada
  • Apply Before 12/12/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 193963

Expected Start Date: January 13, 2025

Union: OOS

City/Town: To Be Determined

Department: Emergency Preparedness

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 37.50 hours in a 1 week rotation

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Specialist serves as a provincial resource by providing expertise in development, coordination and implementation of all mitigation, preparedness, response & recovery sectors of Health Emergency Management (HEM) for the SHA, ensuring emergency plans are developed, implemented, maintained & exercised in all SHA facilities to meet current standards. The Specialist advises on and ensures best practices for ongoing HEM related safety initiatives and is responsible for developing HEM planning tools and responses through collaboration with all levels of leadership within the SHA. The Specialist is a key expert on advising on best practices/standards for HEM policies & procedures, and contributing to exceptional communication activity, while liaising with all levels of government.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • 3 years experience developing & managing emergency management programs

Education

  • Degree or diploma in Emergency & Disaster Management, Incident Command Systems

Other Education and Training

  • Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
  • Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • EOC or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
  • Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
  • Has demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
  • Has demonstrated strong critical thinking, financial and analytical skills
  • Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
  • Ability to lead and coach others
  • Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
  • Promotes innovation, guides change and is committed to continuous improvement
  • Knowledge of the healthcare system in Saskatchewan.
  • Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
  • Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
  • Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
  • Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
  • Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards

Other Information

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license
  • Travel within Saskatchewan

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.