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David Wilson

Middle Sackville,NS

Summary

Dynamic leader with 22 years at the Province of Nova Scotia, excelling in emergency management and strategic crisis leadership. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster inter-agency collaboration. Skilled in 911 system modernization and stakeholder engagement, driving high-performance cultures and ensuring continuous public safety service delivery.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director Incident Management & 911

Province of Nova Scotia
12.2018 - Current
  • Over the course of 22 years, I have served in various capacities within the government — as an elected official, a cabinet minister, and a career public servant — gaining comprehensive experience in governance, policymaking, public administration, and leadership. This journey reflects a deep commitment to public service, accountability, and the democratic process.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with leadership to drive organizational growth and performance improvement.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication to ensure alignment on departmental goals and priorities.
  • implemented business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Experience in provincial government, emergency management, 911 system oversight, crisis response coordination, and public sector leadership.
  • Proven track record in strategic planning, operational oversight of mission-critical systems, stakeholder engagement, and legislative implementation.
  • Oversite of standing up the 24/7 emergency coordination centres and ensuring the continuous delivery of essential public safety services.
  • Recognized for driving high-performance cultures, modernizing emergency communications systems, and fostering inter-agency collaboration across all levels of government.

Member Legislative Assembly

Province Nova Scotia
08.2003 - 11.2018
  • Served as MLA for constituency Sackville-Cobequid
  • Served as minister for Department of Communities, Culture & Heritage, Health.
  • Enact, amend and repeal laws and regulations
  • Participate in developing and amending government policies, programs or procedures
  • Represent government at local, national and international meetings and conferences
  • Respond to matters of concern to constituents and the general public
  • Served as minister responsible for a government Department Communities, Culture & Heritage, Health and Wellness.
  • Direct senior government managers and officials in the implementation of government policy and the management of the department.
  • Represent their government at local, national and international meetings and conferences.


Paramedic

Arsenault Ambulance, Scotia Ambulance, EHS
02.1996 - 2006
  • Administered advanced life support techniques during emergency responses, ensuring patient stabilization and safety.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate efficient patient transfers and care continuity.
  • Mentored junior paramedics, enhancing their clinical skills and emergency response capabilities.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments, documenting findings to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
  • Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
  • Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.

Education

First Responders Trauma Prevention And Recovery

Simon Fraser University
Vancouver
01-2018

Eastern Leadership Academy

Fels Institute of Government
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01-2010

Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NS
01-2002

Emergency Medical Technician

School of Allied Health
Halifax, NS
01-1996

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Staff management
  • Quality assurance
  • Team collaboration
  • Emergency & Disaster Management
  • 911 System Operations & Modernization
  • Provincial/Federal Legislative Implementation
  • 24/7 Operational Oversight
  • Strategic Crisis Leadership
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development
  • Public Sector Governance
  • Crisis Communications & Media Response
  • Intergovernmental Relations
  • Post-Event Recovery Planning
  • Risk Assessment & Situational Awareness
  • Executive-Level Reporting & Briefing

Languages

English
French

Timeline

Managing Director Incident Management & 911

Province of Nova Scotia
12.2018 - Current

Member Legislative Assembly

Province Nova Scotia
08.2003 - 11.2018

Paramedic

Arsenault Ambulance, Scotia Ambulance, EHS
02.1996 - 2006

First Responders Trauma Prevention And Recovery

Simon Fraser University

Eastern Leadership Academy

Fels Institute of Government

Saint Mary's University

Emergency Medical Technician

School of Allied Health

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