Job Listing | Commander, Community Paramedicine and Education
Salary Range: TBD
Location: Middlesex-London, ON Organization: Middlesex-London Paramedic Service
Job Type: Full-time
Expiration Date: September 19, 2023
Classification: Non-union
Job Description
Reporting to the Chief of MLPS, this position is responsible for oversight of the Community Paramedicine and Education departments. Accountabilities include the day-to-day operational control and oversight of the Superintendent of Community Paramedicine and the Superintendent of Education. This role is expected, under the direction of the Chief of MLPS and within guidelines such as the Ambulance Act and Regulations, the Public Health Act, MLPS policies, procedures, and collective agreements, to exercise these duties and authorities using prudent judgment for the planning, implementation and evaluation of service delivery with Community Paramedicine and the Education Department.
Qualifications
EDUCATION • Recognized University degree in Health Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent in a related discipline. • Qualifications to practice in the Province of Ontario as an Advanced Care Paramedic or as a Primary Care Paramedic. KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a senior leadership role within a paramedic environment, with a demonstrated track record. • Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to manage daily labour relations. • Strong working knowledge of Basic and Advanced Life Support Standards, provincial legislation, regulations and occupational health and safety that govern Paramedic Services along with the provincial health care system and Long Term Care Ministry. • Strong working knowledge of community paramedicine in Ontario, including knowledge of regulations and standards for Community Paramedicine. • Experience working independently that demonstrates strong time management skills and self-motivation. • Demonstrated people leadership, initiative and innovation. • Possess the ability to organize and direct staff in an effective manner. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Strong clinical knowledge of paramedicine and community paramedicine • Possess tact, discretion, and sound judgement. ____________________________________________
Where To Apply
If you are interested in this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to applications@mlems.ca by 1600 hours on September 19, 2023. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and MLPS’s Accommodation Policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If selected to participate in the recruitment selection and/or assessment process, please contact hr@mlems.ca of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to MLPS to support your request for accommodation. Applicant information is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information Act, and will be held in confidence, and only be used for candidate selection. We are dedicated to equal opportunity employment. Although we are very thankful for all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility: Documents are available in various accessible formats upon request. To make a request please email hr@mlems.ca.