Program Specialist

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment, Conservation and Parks in Toronto is seeking a Program Specialist to design, deliver, and evaluate emergency management training and exercises. You will work with stakeholders to create engaging learning resources and promote awareness of preparedness programs through diverse formats and channels.

You will coordinate LMS-based curricula, develop materials, and support continuous program improvement while traveling to rural and remote communities as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience applying adult learning principles to design, deliver, and evaluate training and development programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speaking to diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Experience facilitating discussions, gathering input, and coordinating learning initiatives across teams.
• Knowledge of learning technologies and tools used to develop and deliver high-quality learning materials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of emergency management training, exercises, and learning resources.
• Develop communications and promotional materials to support learning initiatives and outreach, including travel to rural/remote communities.
• Identify learning needs and collaborate with SMEs to create effective learning solutions and resources.
• Maintain learning materials, curricula, LMS, and online programs using various delivery methods.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Verbal and written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Learning technologies

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response

Division:

Emergency Preparedness Division

City:

Toronto

Position(s) language:

Job term:

4 Temporary assignments/contracts up to 12 months, with possible extension

Help strengthen emergency preparedness across Ontario through innovative learning, training and public education initiatives.

About the Preparedness Centre of Excellence

The Preparedness Centre of Excellence (PCOE) branch's mission is to prepare and practice Ontario through collaborative, inclusive, and creative leadership in Emergency Management training, exercises, and public education. It does this through the development of training programs, exercises and public education products and the delivery of training and emergency management exercises, learning events, public education campaigns and engagement with stakeholders.

As aProgram Specialist, you will play a meaningful role in strengthening emergency preparedness across Ontario through the development of training, exercises, and educational resources that support emergency management partners and communities. If you are passionate about learning and development, stakeholder engagement, and creating innovative learning solutions that support public safety and emergency preparedness, consider these exciting opportunities.

About the job

• Coordinate the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of emergency management training, exercises, and learning resources
• Develop communications and promotional materials that support learning initiatives and increase awareness of emergency preparedness programs, this may include travel, including rural and remote communities
• Identify learning needs and collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to develop effective learning solutions and resources
• Develop and maintain learning materials, learning management systems, curricula, and online learning programs using a variety of delivery methods and learning technologies
• Support the evaluation of learning programs and recommend improvements based on feedback, data, audits, and operational needs
• Coordinate learning projects, events, and exercises, and build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Learning and development expertise

• you understand adult learning principles and have experience designing, delivering, and evaluating learning and development programs
• you can create learning materials and deliver training in a variety of formats, including in-person, virtual, and online environments
• you have knowledge of learning management systems and other learning technologies to support the delivery of learning programs

Project management and contract administration skills

• you can coordinate or lead projects and support the planning, development, and delivery of learning initiatives, events, and exercises
• you can manage competing priorities and keep projects moving forward to meet goals and timelines
• you have experience supporting procurement and contract management activities, including preparing requests for proposals (RFPs), retaining external vendors, and managing service providers
• you can support financial administration activities, including preparing cost estimates, monitoring expenditures, and tracking and reporting on budgets

Stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills

• you build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with subject matter experts, partners, and stakeholders
• you are comfortable facilitating discussions, consulting with others, and gathering input to support learning initiatives

Communication, analytical, and technical skills

• you communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and can make presentations, to a variety of audiences
• you have strong interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, and consultation skills
• you can coordinate learning activities, gather and apply feedback, and provide advice to support training requirements
• you are comfortable using learning technologies and digital tools (e.g., multimedia and interactive content, word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, e-mail, internet, presentation software, and virtual classroom platforms) to develop, deliver, and support high-quality learning programs and materials

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

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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.