Job Description

Competition # : 37222

Department: Municipal Affairs and Housing

Location: DARTMOUTH

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 11/21/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Nova Scotia Emergency Management Office works in collaboration with other federal, provincial departments, critical infrastructure partners and Nova Scotian Municipalities to strengthen local and provincial emergency preparedness through planning, training, and exercising.

About Our Opportunity

Since 2000, the Nova Scotia Emergency Management Office (NSEMO) in the Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing (DMAH) has delivered 15 disaster financial assistance recovery programs. Due to climate change, the increasing severity of storms and the need to deliver more and larger disaster recovery programs. The Emergency Management Specialists are responsible for supporting the Incident Management Division.

Primary Accountabilities

Reporting to a Senior Manager within the Incident Management Division, the Emergency Management Specialists are responsible for supporting all NSEMO Emergency Management Programs. This includes the development, updating and execution of policies, programs, and procedures for the prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery phases of all emergencies affecting, or having the potential to affect the Province. The incumbent will also be responsible to work in the Provincial Coordination Centre (PCC) during emergencies, work overtime, and be on standby on a rotational basis.

Some of the main accountabilities for this position are:

• Develop and maintain emergency management plans and associated documentation to support the Province's preparedness and response to emergency events
• Collaborate with other departments, divisions and sections in the research, review and development of protocols and procedures
• Evaluate levels of emergency preparedness, identify gaps, and develop recommendations for improvement
• Develop and deliver public information sessions on emergency preparedness
• Develop, conduct, and participate in emergency exercises
• Provide expert advice to various stakeholders as a subject matter expert on Emergency Management
• Develop and deliver emergency management training
• Provide professional, specialized skills including planning, project management, problem analysis and resolution
• Facilitate timely identification, escalation, resolution, and follow-up for all outstanding issues

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in Emergency Management preferably in the last 5 years or or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience in developing and/or delivering training to adults.
• Must possess a valid Canadian Driver's License.

The following are considered assets:

• Professional experience in adult education, training, and facilitation.
• Instructor Level certification.
• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation.
• Master's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a related discipline.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Related equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:

• A related diploma and seven (7) years of related experience in Emergency Management.

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

This role is in a fast-paced decision-making environment, and you may be working at your computer for extended periods of time. You may be required to travel to remote worksite locations, load vehicles, carry and setup equipment in a variety of locations, and travel during inclement weather conditions.

Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day. This role does entail a high volume of work which may require longer than normal working hours and overtime. Due to the multiple spheres of action and scope of responsibilities that this position requires, there is significant mental pressure, requiring your resilience. Must be available to participate in the on-call Duty Officer stand-by rotation and available to support the response and recovery of emergency events as required.

Additional Information

This position requires the successful candidate to work on-site.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 13

Salary Range: $2,469.30 - $3,001.65 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.