Network Edge Manger, Technology Services

Comm Tech (Core) Burnaby, BC In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Manager, has direct responsibility for the designated portfolio in support of a shared Technology Services solution within healthcare across the province including the supervision of staff and the development and continuous improvement of technology service business processes and practices. Accountable and responsible for the timely execution of service requests and incident resolution relating to the portfolio’s services and technologies. Ensures consistency of services and solutions with healthcare strategy and efforts in order to maximize alignment. What You’ll Do

• Provides leadership and oversight of the day-to-day operations for a designated team to drive operational excellence and ensure alignment with IMITS Technology Services goals and operating plans. Conducts an analysis of the current situation and the future requirements of the portfolio, sets specific goals and objectives aligned to the overall strategic direction of Technology Services, and determines priorities for planning and implementing strategies in collaboration with the Technology Services Leadership, key partners and stakeholders.
• Provides leadership and guidance to assigned staff using effective management techniques (for example, coaching, mentoring, delegating, building teams and managing performance) to support the achievement of required outcomes and to ensure that staff members are achieving a level of performance that meets the highest standards within their areas of function. Fosters a positive working environment including seeking opportunities to reward and recognize team and individual contributions, listening to the team’s concerns and enabling decision-making at the front line.
• Evaluates individual and team performance in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders and peer staff ensuring probationary and annual reviews are completed for assigned staff. Handles grievances and investigates work and staff issues and initiates disciplinary action up to and including terminations.
• Prepares and manages the annual operating budget for designated services, monitors variances and develops and executes corrective actions.
• Develops and continuously improves existing and new technology service processes and methods.
• Develops effective partnerships with stakeholders including healthcare service providers, vendors and outside contractors aligned with established service level agreements (SLAs).
• Actively manages to optimize resource utilization and service quality. Develops and uses metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify performance issues or other variances, develops and implements strategies to address and to improve performance.
• Engages other teams across PHSA and partners in order to provide seamless customer service, challenging the status quo.
• Establishes the disciplines and processes required to manage all aspects of a device management shared service in order to minimize support costs and technical complexity while supporting Health Authority business requirements.
• Proactively investigate and prepare for new device management technologies and platforms that may require unique images.

Qualifications What you bring

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a degree in Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Business or a related field, plus seven (7) years recent related experience in large, complex, multi-site organizations, including a minimum of five (5) years in a progressively responsible leadership role.
• Team player with well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and proven experience managing and coaching teams for high performance. Customer focused with ability to facilitate and encourage cooperation between diverse operational groups and skill sets. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships. Self-directed, highly motivated, results-oriented and able to motivate others. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to promote teamwork both virtually and locally. Critical thinking skills and proven ability to effectively manage human and fiscal resources. Sound judgment and decision making skills. Demonstrated understanding and experience of quality assurance process, operational planning and program development. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects. Ability to work in an environment in transition and act as an agent of change. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, accompanied by proven presentation skills in a corporate setting. Proven technology background with a solid understanding of infrastructure and technology frameworks such as Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL). Extensive understanding and experience managing device and related technologies. Relevant industry certifications, such as Microsoft Certified System Engineer.

Skills & Knowledge

• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls calls for justice, and how they intersect across the health care system.
• Supports team members on their learning journey, ensuring education strategy for team/department to implement Indigenous Cultural Safety at a practical level.
• Works collaboratively with appropriate Indigenous teams/departments to ensure ICS lens applied holistically.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What We Bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time Salary Range: $102,938 - $147,974 /year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles. Location: 1795 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 6E3 Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filled Hours of Work: 0800-1600 (Monday to Friday) Requisition # 161853E As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021. What We Do The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment. Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate. ATTN: PHSA Employees: To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile at Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of March 20, 2024. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting. If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at or . Please note regular business hours are Monday – Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at [email protected] and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.