Manager - Emergency Preparedness

Req ID: 224200
Location: Provincial Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: Mgr Emergency Preparedness
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 11-Aug-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Provincial Director of Emergency Preparedness, the Manager, Emergency Preparedness, is accountable for developing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating the Nova Scotia Health Emergency Preparedness Program. This role will engage leaders, physicians and staff to foster participation in a comprehensive emergency preparedness program.

As a member of the Nova Scotia Health Emergency Preparedness team, the Manager, Emergency Preparedness is accountable for the development, implementation and evaluation of the following functions within their assigned portfolio: Emergency Preparedness and Response Program, Duty Officer/Management On-Call system, Incident Management System, Risk Assessment/Training/ Awareness, Business Continuity, and Pandemic Planning.

This role is currently being filled to support operational needs for the Northern Zone and will have the opportunity to support broader provincial initiatives.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Post-secondary degree in relevant area or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Continuing education in emergency planning, preparedness and response programs
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of related leadership experience, with a minimum of three years of progressive management responsibility
• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM); commitment to complete the designation within a specified time from the hire date
• Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation and decision-skills
• Knowledge of health care organizations and the health sector
• Experience as a strategic advisor and operational leader within a complex organization, enabling change
• Experience with planning, developing and conducting risk assessments related to all hazards
• Experience with planning, developing, directing, implementing, testing and evaluating the emergency response plans with the Zone
• Experience with planning, developing, coordinating and delivering emergency preparedness education and awareness programs
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships and interact with others

• High level of competence in both written and verbal communication
• Sound knowledge of information systems and financial management
• Travel to other sites is required, and must have access to a reliable vehicle
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hrs. bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Management
Band: 06
Hourly Rate: $53.59 - $65.65
Annual Salary: $104,500.50 - $128,017.50

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.