Manager - Emergency Preparedness & Security Services

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Altona; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Altona, Manitoba is seeking a Manager of Emergency Preparedness/Security Services. This position requires at least five years of management experience and expertise in disaster management or security in a health care setting. The successful candidate will develop and implement crucial emergency programs and safety services. Proficiency in Microsoft applications and a degree in disaster management or a related field is essential. Join a dedicated team working towards providing accessible health care in a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in a management/supervision capacity.
• Experience with Disaster Management and/or Security.
• Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health Act.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Emergency Preparedness Program.
• Coordinate the operations of Security Services.
• Manage human resources and labor relations.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft programs

Leadership skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to respect confidentiality

Education

Degree in Disaster Management/Emergency Preparedness

Post-secondary education related to security

Completion of Business Continuity Planning program

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.

Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.

Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.

Position Overview

The Manager, Emergency Preparedness/Security Services shall be accountable to the Director, Support Services and is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation, evaluation and operation of the Emergency Preparedness Program and Security Services within Southern Health-Santé Sud.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

This text is available in French upon request/Ce profil de poste est disponible en français sur demande. E-mail [e-mail].

Experience

• Experience with Disaster Management and/or Security in a facility setting.
• Minimum five (5) years in a Management/Supervision capacity required.
• Experience in managing human resources which includes labour relations, collective agreement interpretation, discipline process, training needs assessment, performance evaluations, and absenteeism review.
• Experience in the planning and development of a sustainable service-oriented program.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Degree in Disaster Management/Emergency Preparedness or Post-secondary education in a security related field such as Police Studies, Criminology or certification as a health care protection administrator.
• Completion of a recognized Business Continuity Planning program.
• Completion of Incident Command Level 300 education.
• Completion of Security Guard training.
• Suitable combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Province of Manitoba Security Guard Trainer classification an asset.
• Province of Manitoba Class 4 Driver’s License, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Southern Health-Santé Sud.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Teams).
• Ability to efficiently navigate various computer and internet applications.
• Knowledge Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulations.
• Knowledge of Infection Prevention & Control Practices, Occupational Hazards, and Safety Precautions related to health care facilities.
• Demonstrated:
  • Leadership skills including leading cross-functional and remote teams.
  • Interpersonal communication skills, oral and written, as well fostering positive working relationships.
  • Commitment to continuous quality improvement and initiating change.
  • Adaptability and ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
  • Analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Good work and attendance record.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• May be exposed to hazardous and unpleasant conditions during emergencies (e.g. fires, chemical spills, severe weather).
• Strict compliance with safety protocols required.
• May be required to participate in on-call rotation and rapid response to high-stress situations.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.