Job Listing | Chief

Qualifications include: • Three year college diploma or three year degree in a related discipline and four (4) years work-related experience. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. • Must possess current certification status of an Advanced Emergency Medical Care Attendant (AEMCA), per qualifications established in The Ambulance Act of Ontario and a minimum of four (4) years work-related experience. • Must meet the Primary Care Paramedic qualifications outlined in the Ambulance Act of Ontario and Ontario Regulations 257/00, Part III, Qualifications for Employment, as amended. • Must hold Advanced Life Support (ALS) Certification, as required as a Primary Care Paramedic, and the ability to work under the Base Hospital Medical Director. • Knowledge and understanding of land ambulance processes, public sector management, internal controls, quality assurance/improvement, paramedic staffing/resources, health & safety best practices, and reporting requirements. • Knowledge and understanding of management, planning and evaluation of infrastructure and asset management, preventive maintenance activities, budgeting, procurement, policy development, evaluation/audits, and program & capital planning in compliance with relevant legislation. • Knowledge and understanding of legislation and regulations necessary to carry out the functions of the job, including but not limited to the Ambulance Act, Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc. • Demonstrated experience in research, evaluation, project management and program planning skills. • Demonstrated experience with scheduling, record-keeping, administration, business practices, procurement, report writing and presentation skills. • Proficient computer skills and the ability to work within a computerized environment. • Demonstrated communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships. • Ability to work in a team-based setting and with multi-disciplinary and diverse individuals. • Strong project and time management skills with the ability to prioritize workload, as appropriate. • Ability to exercise a high level of independence, integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. • Ability to travel throughout the Rainy River District and neighbouring Districts.