Specialist, Business Continuity & Preparedness

Permanent - Full Time

Location: Regina

We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Apply no later than 11/14/2024 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

This role will create and implement strategies for business continuity to ensure resilience and recovery from disruptions. Responsibilities include managing activities such as risk assessment, impact analysis, strategy development, implementation, testing, review, and plan maintenance. It oversees the validation and testing of business continuity plans, develops training programs, and creates communication strategies. The position also collaborates with stakeholders to integrate emergency and business continuity principles into SaskPower's overall strategy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Implements the design, development, implementation, and maintenance components of the Business Continuity Program, processes/procedures, models, and tools that enable more effective emergency preparedness and resiliency.
• Leads corporate wide contingency planning and business continuity program.
• Establishes framework and methodology for completion of contingency plans by internal business units.
• Conducts risk assessments to identify threats to business operations.
• Collaborates with various departments to align continuity efforts with overall business goals.
• Coordinates training, communication, and testing of plans.
• Assesses the effectiveness of Business Continuity programs by conducting research and analysis and recommends strategies for program enhancements and to improve alignment with industry best practices.
• Develops, implements, and delivers key program projects including training, exercises, and program audits.
• Conducts data and trend analysis for major incident response to identify areas for response improvement.
• Summarizes information for review by key stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains reporting mechanisms to support business continuity program.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Science, Journeyed Trade or other related equivalent AND/OR;
• Related professional Business Continuity designation(s) and/or certification(s).
• Five years of related experience in developing organizational business continuity programs and emergency management.
• Experience with business continuity management, emergency management and the Incident Command System (ICS).
• Knowledge of relevant emergency management/preparedness legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Excellent research, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong data management skills.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong computer skills, with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong planning, analytical and organizational skills, including the proven ability to adapt to a dynamic project environment and manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated influence and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Experience in compiling and presenting reports.

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered.

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion. We’re dedicated to creating and cultivating an inclusive workplace and a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act. These include:

• Indigenous Peoples
• members of Visible Minority Groups
• persons with disabilities
• women
• LGBTQ2S+ community
• persons who served and are serving in the military
• newcomers to Saskatchewan

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully. As part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation, we prioritize hiring Indigenous Peoples as we recognize and respect their knowledge and experience. We acknowledge the barriers that affect equity groups, and we’re committed to addressing, mitigating and accommodating these barriers to strive for equity in the workplace. Learn more at Commitment to Diversity.

Please apply by 11/14/2024.