nova scotia emergency management & response occupations Jobs – 22 Openings This Week

Emergency Preparedness Consultant
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) —Sydney, NS
- $39.29–$49.12 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Ignition Officer – Mobile Burn Unit Fire Control
RelyOn Canada —Nova Scotia
- Full-time
- System design
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Personnel médical au combat
Forces armées canadiennes —Nova Scotia
- $4,337–$6,413 a month
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Patient care
Instructor-in-Charge – Mobile Burn Unit Operations
RelyOn Canada —Nova Scotia
- Full-time
- System design
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Safety Officer – Live Fire Training (Mobile Burn Unit)
RelyOn Canada —Nova Scotia
- Full-time
- System design
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Combat Medic
Canadian Armed Forces —Nova Scotia
- $4,337–$6,413 a month
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Rescue Technician Maritimes
Irwin's Safety & Industrial Labour Services Ltd. —Halifax, NS
- $30–$35 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- First Aid Certification
- Driving
- Computer skills
Deputy Fire Chief
Town of Truro —Truro, NS
- $105,640–$142,925 a year
- Full-time
- System design
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Quick apply
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Wildfire Prevention Officer (Forestry Technician 4)
Province of Nova Scotia —Shubenacadie, NS
- $3,810.06–$6,841.04 a month
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
6d
Fire Protection Specialist
CBCL Limited —Halifax, NS
- Overtime
- Project management
- Quality Control
- Travel
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
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Expression of Interest - Clinical Support Paramedic - Full-time Permanent
Medavie —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Windows
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
Fire Shop Technician
D&L Engineering Sales Limited —Halifax, NS
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
- Flextime
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advanced care paramedic
Emergency Medical Care Inc. —Sydney, NS
- $38.42–$45.47 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Technician
Foster's Fire & Safety Ltd. —Berwick, NS
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Driving
- Organizational skills
- Store discount
- Paid time off
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Advanced Care Paramedic
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) —Yarmouth, NS
- $38.42–$45.47 an hour
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
14d
Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) - Clinics
Advanced Paramedic Ltd —Canada
- From $719.50 a day
- Temporary
- BLS Certification
- Patient care
- In-person
- Wellness program
- Mileage reimbursement
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Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) - Flight
Advanced Paramedic Ltd —Canada
- From $636.09 a day
- Temporary
- BLS Certification
- Patient care
- In-person
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
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Advanced Care Paramedic
Prosperity Workforce Solutions —Canada
- $100,000–$126,000 a year
- BLS Certification
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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Primary Care Paramedic
Advanced Medical Solutions Inc. —Canada
- $50 an hour
- Temporary
- Remote
- BLS Certification
- Communication skills
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2d
Advanced Care Paramedic
Advanced Medical Solutions Inc. —Canada
- $800 a day
- BLS Certification
- Patient care
- Dental care
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1d
Director of Prevention and Mitigation (18 month Term)
People First HR Services Ltd. —Canada
- $127,304–$166,925 a year
- Remote
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
Quick apply
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Emergency Preparedness Consultant

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA)
Sydney, NS

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
11 hours ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Dental care
Life insurance

Skills

French
Management
Microsoft Office
Master's degree
Change management
Project management
Bachelor's
Business continuity planning
Business planning
Business
Leadership
Communication skills
Driving Licence

Full job description

Req ID: 220079
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: FMS Mgr Emergency Preparedness EZ
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
MGMT/NON-Union Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 25-Jun-26

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Zone Manager, Emergency Preparedness, and working with the zone and Nova Scotia Health teams, the Emergency Preparedness Consultant is responsible for coordinating activities within the designated zone related to emergency planning and response. The Consultant will also be responsible for coordinating activities within the zone related to education & training, emergency exercising, emergency planning, response (including the support of an Incident Management Team) and continuity planning. The Consultant works under the authority of the manager and is responsible for participating in the development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of all components of a comprehensive and provincially integrated emergency preparedness program. The Consultant will also work with the Emerging and Re-Emerging Infections Network (ERIN) on outbreak and pandemic planning. The Consultant is committed to achieving the best outcomes in healthcare and service delivery, safe care, and continuous improvement to meet or exceed all accreditation and legislative requirements.

About You

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

University Degree in Emergency/Disaster Management
- or, an Advanced Diploma in Emergency Management with a demonstrated relevant combination of continuing education, training and progressive leadership experience may be considered
- Master’s Degree in Emergency/Disaster Management or relevant field would be an asset
Three (3) years recent and related experience in the following areas:
- Working in an Emergency Management program
  - Development and implementation of emergency preparedness plans, procedures, protocols, guidelines
- Working in a Business Continuity Program
  - Development and implementation of Business Continuity Plans/Continuity of Operations Plans, procedures, protocols, guidelines
- Delivering training and education to adults
- Emergency Exercise Program e.g., Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) through FEMA
- Working in intergovernmental relationships and strategic partnerships
Successful candidate must live in Cape Breton, preferably the Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM); if not, a commitment to complete the designation within a specified time is required
Education and experience related to Business Continuity Planning or Continuity of Operations Program
- Professional certification in BCP/COOP will be considered an asset
Demonstrated commitment to life-long learning through continuing education in risk and emergency management, continuity planning, project and change management and response programs
Healthcare or Public Health emergency management experience an asset
Ability to lead with confidence, patience and integrity when interacting with professional leadership teams during emergencies;
Highly effective written and verbal communication, collaboration and coordination skills
Ability to work positively in stressful situations
Good project management skills. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the testing of emergency response, recovery support, and business resumption procedures
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills with an ability to deal with conflicting demands and interruptions
Knowledge in the use of Windows, Microsoft Office products, internet and electronic mail
Experience engaging, mentoring and empowering teams and stakeholders in a collaborative, participatory manner
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Travel to various sites is required, must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

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

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$39.29 - $49.12 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000.

This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

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.

Nova Scotia Health’s Employee Career Advice (ECA) Program supports internal employees in their career development and progression with résumé-building, interview skill development, resources and advice for optimizing job searches, and more. Employees can book a one-on-one meeting or view upcoming workshops on the ECA Intranet page or via email at [email protected].

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