COORDINATOR EMERGENCY PLANNING PH
Job ID: 37942
Job Category: Policy, Planning & Research
Division & Section: Public Health, PH Finance & Administration
Work Location: Toronto Public Health Headquarters, 277 Victoria Street
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $101,900 – $131,222, TM1131, Wage Grade 7
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 Hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 01-May-2023 to 15-May-2023
Major Responsibilities:
Develops and maintains components of the Toronto Public Health Emergency Plan and assigned emergency support functions, business continuity plans, risk specific plans and other supporting documents, taking into consideration current developments within the programs, corporate policies and practices, legislation and initiatives by other levels of government
Facilitates the promotion and implementation of a formalized business continuity plan by operational areas through consistency in philosophical, policy and practical approaches across the division
Develops an annual risk management work plan, responds strategically to emerging business specific legislative, regulatory and policy changes by assessing the risk impacts on TPH processes and/or practices
Ensures proper and consistent internal risk controls, system standards and policies and practices are maintained and that requirements are met
Coordinates assigned projects, ensuring effective teamwork, communication practices and quality of work
Participates on local, provincial and federal emergency planning committees/workgroups and maintains links with other key stakeholders in emergency planning, response and recovery activities
Plan and delivers training to Toronto Public Health staff to ensure that they are prepared to respond to emergencies. Maintains a current database of training sessions attended by Toronto Public Health staff
Participates with Toronto’s Office of Emergency Management to both develop and facilitate training for emergency responders, managers, supervisors and staff who may be called upon to assist and support the City in its response to an emergency, including city-wide emergency exercises
Develops materials and content for the Emergency Planning and Preparedness internet and intranet sites as communication vehicles to educate staff on emergency preparedness measures
Identifies and develops business cases on logistical elements that are necessary for effective emergency response
Prepares reports for Toronto Public Health and the Board of Health
Conducts debriefings on major health events, drills and exercises and evaluates the response against the emergency plan
Ensures work is undertaken in a manner that complies with and supports City compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), other relevant codes and regulations and City policies. The above reflects the general details considered necessary to perform the principle functions and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent in the job.
Key Qualifications:
Recognized university degree preferably in Emergency Management, Environmental Health, or Nursing or the appropriate combination of skills and relevant experience in the field of risk management.
Extensive experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of risk management and/or business continuity methodologies and strategies.
Considerable experience in emergency planning; developing, implementing and evaluating emergency planning and preparedness programs.
Possession of a valid Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Familiar with all relevant legislation (Municipal/Provincial/Federal) relating to emergency management and with Ontario Statutes, including Occupational Health and Safety Act, Health Protection and Promotion Act, Municipal Freedom of Information, and Personal Health Information and Privacy Act.
Ability to establish, coordinate and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners including other levels of government, public and community agencies.
Ability to lead and implement change.
Ability to develop and deliver staff training.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills with the ability to work individually or in a multidisciplinary environment and meet deadlines.
Effective written and oral communication skills, presentation and facilitation skills.
Effective problem-solving and conflict management skills.
Note To Current City of Toronto Employees
City of Toronto employees are eligible to apply for the posted job opportunity, but cannot hold two different jobs. To be considered for this job posting, you must indicate that you are a “Current City of Toronto employee” on the on-line application form, and provide your “Employee Number”.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment toemployment equity (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request . Learn more about the City’sHiring Policies and Accommodation Process (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .
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