Public Education Curriculum Specialist

Internal Number : 8676BR

Job Posting

Leads curriculum design, development, delivery, and maintenance of municipal fire prevention and public safety education programs.

This includes needs assessment, planning and platform delivery in consultation with key stakeholders and executed in accordance with provincial legislation

• Monitors and assists in the delivery of public education material by other parties.
• Participates in the development of HRFE and public safety policies.
• Seeks innovative and evidenced based solutions to further public safety education objectives by working with key stakeholders, developing alternatives and improvements, and making recommendations for approval
• Produces educational videos and other digital and traditional presentations to inform the public of fire reduction and suppression techniques and public safety strategies and priorities
• Collaborates with corporate partners to prepare media releases and marketing information to promote education programs, services and activities of HRFE
• Analyzes fire incident statistics on local loss and injury data to evaluate the effectiveness of fire prevention and public safety public education programs in achieving desired outcomes.

Amends programs accordingly to positively impact trends and meet the changing needs of the organization and HRM

• Leads the development and delivery of public safety education programs for external and internal audiences that compliance tools and techniques, presentation displays, contests, website content, social and traditional media releases, teaching plans, etc.
• Coordinates, organizes, manages, and participates in related special events throughout HRM.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with school administration, community groups, corporations, and businesses to collaboratively promote safe community initiatives.
• Acts as a subject matter expert, providing support and guidance to internal HRFE staff and external stakeholders for the delivery of public safety and fire prevention information.
• Develops educational aids and promotional materials based on community risk profiles and keeps these aids and materials current for use by operational and support staff in presentations to various stakeholder groups
• Develops specifications for promotional items and a schedule for the production and distribution of these items.
• Assists the corporate communications business unit as it relates to fire prevention and safety.
• Participates in the TAPP C program.
• Performs other assigned duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field is required.
• Post-secondary education in marketing, public administration, communications considered an asset.
• Two years’ experience conducting public presentations considered an asset.
• Two years’ experience developing & delivering public education programming considered an asset.
• Experience in e-Learning and innovative engaging practices, including instructional design, media content creation, learner management and Learning Management System (LMS) administration considered an asset
• Experience in a fire suppression, reduction or prevention environment considered an asset.
• Ability to obtain NFPA related training.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities :

• Basic knowledge of the Fire Safety Act, Province of Nova Scotia, The Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPOP), The Municipal Government Act & Emergency Management Act Province of Nova Scotia, Applicable HRM By-Laws and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
• Basic knowledge of the HRM Charter, Nova Scotia Building and Fire Codes, Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act, HRM By-laws M200, O109, F100, B400, E100;

and related Administrative Orders

• Thorough knowledge of the current public safety and education programs such as TAPP-C, PUSH, Alarmed and Ready, Ready Set Go, Learn Not to Burn, Fire Wise
• Knowledge of business-related software and technology, i.e. (FDM, Contribute, Microsoft Suite and Hansen Information System would be considered an asset)
• Advanced knowledge & experience in instructional methodologies and technology-enabled design and learning methods for all age groups and diversity considerations.
• Proficiency in eLearning techniques and tools for web animation, web graphics, photo editing and audio recording / editing such as Articulate, Storyline, Photoshop, Captivate, Camtasia considered an asset.

About Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency ere are some of the reasons why Halifax Regional Municipality was selected as one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers (2022) and Nova Scotia's Top Employers (2022) : Halifax Regional Municipality helps employees plan securely for the future with generous contributions to a defined benefit pension plan and retirement planning assistance Halifax Regional Municipality encourages employees to prioritize their health with in-house wellness programming (topics include stress management, mental health, ergonomics and nutrition), up to 18 paid sick days annually, and coverage for mental health practitioners as part of its benefits program (to $1,000 per year) Halifax Regional Municipality offers training and development opportunities for individuals at various stages of their career, from the Bridging the Gap internship for recent grads to an Aspiring Leaders program for more experienced employees https : / / careers.

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