SENIOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ADVISOR

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Emergency Management Ontario (EMO) is expanding to meet the future needs of Ontarians and Indigenous Peoples. Come join our team as a Senior Emergency Management Program Advisor.

About Emergency Management Ontario

EMO is responsible for the promotion, development, implementation and maintenance of effective emergency management programs throughout Ontario and for the coordination of these programs with the federal government.

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About the Position

The position provides support and expertise to the development, maintenance, and implementation of progressive and comprehensive emergency management programs for a specific functional area (i.e., ministry, Ontario Public Service, Indigenous programs, or critical infrastructure) in compliance with legislation, emergency plans, agreements, and emergency management policies.

Indigenous Emergency Management
This position helps to ensure that culturally appropriate emergency management (EM) supports for Indigenous communities are considered in the design and implementation of Provincial emergency management program, plans and response activities. The position also support provincial EM coordination with Indigenous communities, the federal government, other communities, and establish linkages with existing programs across ministries (e.g., social services, health, transportation, etc.).

NOTE: This position is located at 25 Morton Shulman Ave Toronto, (alternate work arrangements may be available).

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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 the OPS 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 "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

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About the job

• Support the development of programs that ensure ongoing efficient and effective delivery of progressive and comprehensive emergency management activities within Ontario
• Participate in projects focused on emergency management strategic, business, or organizational objectives and the implementation of new/revised programs and policies
• Provide advice to program areas and others in the development, revision and evaluation of emergency management plans
• Represent Emergency Management Ontario by participating on committees, task forces and working groups
• Travel may be required on occasion

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What you bring to the team

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge and skills in:
• Theory, principles, policies and practices related to emergency management including preparedness, prevention, mitigation, response, recovery and resiliency
• Knowledge of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and other provincial and federal legislation, policies and standards
• Risk management and assessment techniques to conduct risk assessments and identify areas for improvement and respond to emergencies
• Emergency management policies and practices related to critical infrastructure, Indigenous and/or ministry EM programs.

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

• You have oral and written communication skills to recommend and discuss recommendations, provide technical advice, and develop training and communications materials
• You have interpersonal and relationship management skills to contribute to the development and maintenance of effective working relationships and consultations
• You have consensus-building and persuasion skills to maintain strong relationships and provide input into emergency/recovery/employee security/safety plans

Research, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• You have knowledge of research principles and techniques to maintain a current awareness of emergency management trends and issues
• You can contribute to the development of emergency management strategies, plans, solutions and program and policy options
• You can identify needs and evaluate trends and policies to identify requirements and develop recommendations
• You can determine if stakeholder plans are compliant with related legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and standards and recommendations

Project Management Skills

• You have knowledge of project management principles, methodologies and best practices to participate in program development/delivery projects, initiatives and activities

Computer Skills

• You have working experience with computer software such as word processing and spreadsheets ( e.g Access, Excel, Word) and program specific databased to conduct analysis and prepare reports, training and communication materials

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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 Development Branch, Talent and Leadership Division 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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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.