Req ID: Location: NorthernZone Department: FMS Facilities Support Services CEH Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT( 100) x 1 Management/Non UnionP osition Posting Closing Date: 15:Jul:25 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 theres 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 youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out novascotia to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. About the Opportunity The Assistant Manager : Facilities Support Services, is responsible for ensuring the services are delivered in accordance with proper national standards, as well as patient care and infection prevention and control. The Assistant Manager will oversee the coordination and management of supervisors, employees and contractors within the zone related to areas of responsibility and infrastructure by leading ongoing facilities operations for a diverse and complex range of asset types. Operations of the Assistant Manager include but are not limited to: : Ensuring Nova Scotia Health's building and equipment assets are maintained and operational; including stewardship of appropriate safety standards for infection prevention and control of highly fragile patient populations who or are susceptible to hospital:based acquired infections which can be life threatening. : Ensuring all site/building management and operational practices are in compliance with all applicable standards, including but not limited to, CSA, Accreditation,Building Infrastructure and Managementstandards and processes, especially as they relate to environmental services and all areas of responsibility. : Ensuring that job descriptions exist/and or are up to date for each group of employees, and in collaboration with the Environmental Services, Laundry and Porter Supervisor performance appraisals are completed on an annual basis. : Ensuring security needs in HSA sites are met, while liasioning with current security providers and site leads. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: : A bachelor's degree or certification in a related technical field, or equivalent training and experience. : Demonstrated experience in facilities management, with a strong focus on providing guidance, support, and leadership in security operations and related disciplines. : Physical Security Professional (PSP) : Associate Protection Professional (APP) : Certified Protection Professional (CPP) The following certification is preferred and considered an asset: : Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator (CHPA) certification attained through the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours : Permanent, full:time position; 75 hours bi:weekly Compensation and Benefits 35.27 : 44.09 Hourly S