New job TEAM LEAD, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FIELD OPERATIONS in Ontario

Ontario's Office of the Fire Marshal & Emergency Management (OFMEM) is looking for two experienced emergency management professionals to coordinate and oversee the delivery of emergency management field operations in the province.

Opportunities Available:

• 1 permanent position in Northern Ontario. Work will be performed throughout the following city areas: Timmins, Sudbury, Sault Saint Marie and Thunder Bay.
• 1 temporary position (up to 12 months, with possibility of extension) in Southern Ontario. Work will be performed throughout the following city areas: Toronto, Barrie, Guelph and Kingston.

The Ministry
The Ministry of the Solicitor General is responsible for the safety and security of communities across Ontario through effective policing, correctional services and emergency management programs. The ministry promotes policing excellence by communicating with and providing advice to the police community, as well as through training, developing professional standards and establishing new programs. The Ontario Provincial Police provides front-line policing services to more than 400 municipal and First Nations communities. The ministry is also responsible for maintaining effective and efficient correctional programs that create an environment where offenders are better able to return to the community and make positive contributions to society. Through the work of the Office of the Chief Coroner, Office of the Fire Marshal, Centre of Forensic Sciences and Emergency Management Ontario, the ministry seeks to minimize or eliminate hazards to people and property.

The Office
Emergency Management Ontario (EMO) is responsible for monitoring, coordinating and assisting in the development and implementation of emergency management programs across municipalities and ministries and for ensuring that those programs are coordinated in so far as possible with emergency management programs and emergency plans of the Government of Canada and its agencies. EMO fulfills this provincial coordination role by assisting provincial ministries and communities in the development and implementation of their mandatory emergency management programs, and by maintaining the overall provincial emergency management program. EMO is organized into five major program areas: Office of the Chief; Office of the Director; Planning and Program Development which includes Exercises; Field Operations, Training and Education; and Emergency Management Operations.

Why work for the Ontario Public Service?
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• A defined benefit pension plan
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• Comprehensive Health Plan
• Life and Disability insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• On-the-job training to support your success in the role

The OPS has been recognized as a top employer. We are proud to have been acknowledged as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers!

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:

• Provide leadership, coordination, direction, guidance, and expertise to OFMEM Field Officers
• Provide leadership and support to communities in the development, implementation and monitoring of emergency management programs and handling of emergency management issues
• Assist the Program Manager in overall program administration
• Maintain an overview of program activities, identifying trends/patterns, reporting and advising Program Manager of issues of significant impact
• Provide advice, options and recommendations regarding response to potential and declared municipal/provincial emergencies
• Participate on a Team (e.g. Operations Section, Planning Section, Logistics Section, Community Assistance Task Force,) during emergencies
• Lead complex, specialized group projects under the leadership of Program Manager;
• Provide input into the development/revision of legislation, regulations, policies, Plans, procedures, standards, guidelines and best practices
• Research and/or prepare logs, reports, correspondence, briefing and issue notes, presentations; develop and present training and public education materials and programs to various stakeholders
• Develop, participate in, control and evaluate exercises, including specialty exercises and full field exercises for/with various stakeholders including municipalities, First Nations, Ministries, and NGOs
• Serve as a staff officer in the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre or on field deployment as needed during emergencies and exercises to coordinate provincial emergency response efforts

Please note:

• The position requires working extended and irregular hours and/or shifts with minimal or no notice, particularly during emergencies and exercises.
• There will be requirements for extended travel (sometimes on short notice due to emergency situations), mainly within Ontario, but also within North America.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must possess a valid class G driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
• The position requires that the incumbent wears a uniform and personal protective equipment, in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Emergency Management Expertise

• You have expert knowledge of emergency management theories and principles (i.e. the Emergency Management Framework or Doctrine for Ontario, Incident Management System, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment).
• You have experience interpreting, applying, and providing advice on emergency management and relevant legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures to provide subject matter expertise to staff and stakeholders.
• You have knowledge of municipal administration, operations, governance and practices.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You have proven communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills to: convey legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines to a variety of internal/external stakeholders; record and maintain chronological records of incidents and emergencies; deliver lectures, seminars and attend meetings with stakeholders.
• You demonstrate tact, diplomacy and political acuity to facilitate issues resolution.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• You have the demonstrated ability to use sound judgment in critical situations, and proven analytical skills to assess and provide advice in emergency situations as well as assess and evaluate proposals.
• You can identify and analyze issues and trends and recommend solutions to address operational and corporate planning needs.

Leadership Skills

• You have team leadership skills to provide supervision and guidance to staff, assess performance, identify and develop training to meet staff development needs, and ensure safe working conditions.
• You have demonstrated ability to lead projects and coordinate financial and human resources effectively to ensure success of operational activities.

Other Important Skills and Knowledge

• You have an understanding of Indigenous communities in order to respond effectively to emergencies that affect these communities as well as provide support in emergency planning.
• You have demonstrated cultural sensitivity to relate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, particularly Indigenous stakeholders.
• You demonstrate proficiency with software applications including word processing, presentations as well as the internet.
• You have the ability to use audiovisual technologies and communications equipment.

OPS commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti- racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit theOPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.

Additional Information:

Note:

• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
  
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
  
  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
  
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