Manager, Health Services

Are you passionate about fostering a workplace where every employee feels safe and valued Do you thrive on creating a culture of proactive safety measures and promoting employee well-being If so were searching for you!

Supporting the City of Edmontons Workforce Safety and Employee Health Branch the Manager Health Services is a key leader in the integration of occupational health services within the Corporate Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) this role you will provide leadership and guidance to a multi-disciplinary team of professionals in the provision of Occupational Health service delivery to the organization as a whole and you will play an important role in aligning occupational health programs to corporate priorities and emerging needs.

Goals & Deliverables:

• Lead coach and mentor a team consisting of Occupational Hygiene Occupational Health Nurse and Hazardous Material Consultants to ensure the corporate health programs are appropriately developed implemented and continuously improved

• Engage and support staff in developing action plans to enhance communication solve problems mitigate conflict promote integration and support excellence

• Develop and implement performance career development and management plans

• Encourage organizational adoption and participation in occupational health programs that prevent employee illness or injury

• Support and promote occupational health initiatives at the Corporate level and ensure Corporate standards are current with occupational health and safety legislated requirements

• Manage and oversee the Occupational Health Physician support contract

• Provide support to the team and manage team resources accordingly

• In alignment with Corporate Division and Branch strategies actively participate in the development of business planning and associated operational strategies for the section and branch

• Consult and interface with business partners throughout the Corporation to discuss priorities and identify gaps in existing safety & health programming

• Collaborate with the leadership teams across the organization to assess priorities and develop required business plans

• Develop strategic internal and external relationships that support health and safety initiatives and system continuous improvement

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• Diploma or Bachelors Degree in social sciences a health related discipline or other related field

• Minimum of 5-7 years of related professional work experience in occupational health including progressive leadership experience in a unionized environment that involves managing professionals and diverse teams

Assets:

• Masters Degree in social sciences a health related discipline or other related field

• Experience working as an occupational health professional within a multi-disciplinary safety team

Skills needed to succeed:

• Strong supervisory management leadership training coaching and team-building skills

• Knowledge of relevant OH&S legislation

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and employees including the ability to influence towards desired outcomes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for written reports presentations and program development

• Excellent working knowledge of general management practices including budgeting resource allocation contract management customer service and organizational behaviour

• Ability to make data-driven decisions and manage complex situations

• Proven skills in change management and identifying solutions for emerging issues

• Ability to work within a politically sensitive environment between the shared service model and client expectations

• Consulting expertise including needs analysis and cost-benefit analysis

• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 drivers licence (or provincial equivalent)

• You will be required to arrange your own transportation for use while on City business. Where appropriate you will be reimbursed for expenses related to that travel in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. You may be required to obtain business auto insurance

• Compliance with the City of Edmontons safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position

• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 36.9 hours per week Monday - Friday

Salary Range: $108838 - $136047 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: SL/SB

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