Emergency Planner (PFT) (CUPE 25.21)
Norfolk County, Canada

Basic Function:

• To take the lead in the development and maintenance of the emergency response plan specific to the responsibility of the Health and Social Services Division.
• To provide research and analysis for the planning, design, development, and evaluation of public health emergencies and community emergencies requiring the delivery of emergency social services, programs, services, communication campaigns and policies as described in the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS), Municipal Act and other related legislation.
• To liaise and consult with the Management team, program staff and other relevant community stakeholders in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating emergency preparedness activities to meet the mandate as set out in the OPHS and related legislation.
• Responsible for the development of policies and procedures, consultation, education and coordination of activities related to the development, improvement, monitoring and evaluation of strategies to enhance public health and social services emergency preparedness and response to public health emergencies, community emergencies requiring the delivery of emergency social services, and emerging public health issues.
• To support the development and maintenance of business continuity plans for the Health and Social Services Division

Position Description:

• To liaise and consult with the Medical Officer of Health (MOH), the Management team and program staff in coordinating, planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating emergency preparedness activities. This will include the creation and revision of relevant policies to ensure that they are in line with current legislation.
• Develop project plans to define the steps needed to fully meet project needs and fully participate in executing the plan, coordination with consultants and contractors; review of repots and design: contract administration and ongoing review of budgets and status.
• To liaise and consult with the Director of Social Services and Housing and community partners in coordinating, planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating the delivery of emergency social services, including the provision of emergency shelter, in situations where these services are required.
• To work with the management team to develop, monitor and maintain business continuity plans for the Health and Social Services Division.
• To plan, deliver and evaluate annual emergency exercises for the Health and Social Services Division.
• To serve as liaison to and coordinates activities locally, regionally and provincially including representing the Division at various relevant tables and committees.
• To provide direction and support to other division staff as it pertains to emergency preparedness including the planning and delivery of staff training on emergency preparedness.

• Contribute to the identification and prioritization of areas for improvement within the six dimensions of quality (safe, effective, efficient, timely, person-centred and equitable).
• Engage with colleagues in a systematic approach to quality improvement, including the definition of the purpose and scope; development, testing and implementation of change ideas; and measurement of reach and impact.
• Identify appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and resources for emergencies and maintain inventory.
• Respond to operational incidents and emergencies as directed. May be required to work evenings and weekends during emergency incidents.
• May be required to attend site of emergencies.
• Prepare reports to Council as required.

• Participate in procurement documents related to projects and studies
• Conduct emergency preparedness training for Health and Social Services division staff

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in a health-related discipline, social services or environmental studies.
• A graduate degree in health administration, business administration, public administration or related health, social services or environmental studies will be considered an asset.
• Completion of IMS 100, 200 and 300
• Basic Emergency Management (BEM) Certification
• Over three years’ experience in emergency planning and response and/or program planning, evaluation, and project management.
• Possession of Project Management and/or LEAN Six Sigma certification(s) will be considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of Ontario’s Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and knowledge of other related regulations and legislations.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Public Health Standards, and municipal requirements related to the delivery of

Job Rewards and Benefits