Assistant Director NB911 Program
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Contract ¿ Three Years
Fredericton

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is seeking an Assistant Director within the NB911 Branch in Fredericton, a component of the Security and Emergencies Division. Reporting to the Director, they will be a member of the branch management team, will lead a team of employees, and will support front line employees while collaborating with various partners and stakeholders.
The Assistant Director of the NB911 Program is the leader of the operational element of the NB911 Program, working directly with emergency service providers and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated emergency response so that the right resources get to the right places in the fastest time possible.

What you will do

• Lead the Operations Team of the NB911 Branch and work directly with leaders at Public Safety Answering Points, and police, fire and paramedic services to ensure emergency responses are coordinated
• Lead the Joint Emergency Services Committee, which prioritizes and plans how to improve emergency response to New Brunswickers.
• Lead the development, maintenance and evaluation of operational policy, processes and procedures that guide the coordination of emergency responses
• Coach team members in the day to day, short term and long-term Branch work planning;
• Engage the team with leadership in various project management initiatives;
• Excel in professionally written policy, procedures, briefing notes, and other advice to senior leadership;
• Inspire innovation and transformational change based on research, evidence, and best practice.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives.

Work environment

• Office location: Fredericton, NB
• Your Team: quality improvement, geomaticists and civic addressing personnel
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are
You have a strong background as a first responder, in policing, fire services, or paramedicine. You have management expertise in planning, budgeting and finance, operations, quality improvement and reporting. You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to problem-solve creatively and to think on your feet. You find solutions and implement them, by understanding the needs of others and aligning your goals and theirs. You treat people in a polite and professional manner being courteous and always showing kindness. You are passionate about ensuring the safety and security of New Brunswickers. You understand how the small things fit in the big picture, how to transform that understanding into strategy and daily work and have an excellent reputation amongst peers, partners and stakeholders for the work you do and how you do it.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Team Leadership
• Analytical Thinking/Judgement
• Strategic Thinking
• Change Leadership
• Relationship/Network Building
• Results Orientation

Technical competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Human Resource Management

• Presentation Skills
• Planning and Organization Skills
• Written Communication
• Project Management
• Budget and Financial Management

Need to have

• University degree in social sciences, public administration, or a related discipline
• A minimum of seven (7) years of related progressively responsible work experience
• Experience in staff management, leadership, and team development
• Experience in a first responder environment: policing, fire service or paramedicine

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required, please state your language capability.

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your résumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement(s) is also required:

• Ability to travel throughout the province / country as necessary.
• Obtain and maintain security clearance at the level of SECRET.
  

Nice to Have (their asset qualifications)

• Experience in planning and/or managing complex emergency responses involving multiple agencies
• Experience in participating in change management initiatives
• Experience in working with emergency services leaders outside of the applicant's own professional background

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.
Wage
$3,480 - $4,211 Biweekly (Pay Band 7)

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or
by email at of [email protected] by February 20, 2025 indicating competition number R78-2024-0493.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place ¿ 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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