Deputy Fire Chief / Fire Smart Coordinator

Reporting to the County Fire Chief the Deputy Fire Chief / Fire Smart Coordinator is responsible for the direct management of Lac Ste. Anne County's Fire Services logistical operations, training, management and the Fire Smart Program.

Requirements – the responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to):

• Administration and Leadership of County Fire Services team members, training, logistical operations and mandates.
• Attend emergency incident scenes when required.
• Work with industry throughout the County to coordinate firefighting, utilizing resources and trained personnel.
• Representing the Department in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of Lac Ste. Anne County and in accordance with the County's Level of Service Policy and all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Develop and deliver annual training plans and assist Station Officers in the facilitation and delivery of programs in the certification of Firefighters.
• Implement Public Education programs and respond to public requests for information and/or presentations.
• Holds appointment as a Fire Guardian under the Forest and Prairie Protection Act.
• Undertake appraisals and evaluation of Fire Services Personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of firefighting techniques and emergency services operations.
• Act as back up to the County Fire Chief.
• Lead, plan, coordinate and implement Fire Smart initiatives.
• Prepare annual plans, and budgets, with recommendations for both long and short term goals and strategic direction regarding facilities, apparatus and manpower.
• Prepare Fire Services agenda items for Council meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of documented Fire Officer experience with a municipality.
• Fire related training including but not limited to:
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Level 1 and 2 - Structural Firefighter.
• NFPA 1002 Driver - Operator.
• NFPA 1021 Level 2 Officer Training or equivalent Fire Ground Command Training.
• NFPA 1041 Level 1 or 2 (preferred) - Fire Services Instructor.
• Basic Emergency Management.
• Previous experience and/or certification in Wildland Fire Training, Incident Safety, Fire Service Instruction.
• A Fire Service Administration Degree would be considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of the National Fire Code, National Building Code, and all legislation applicable to the delivery of Fire Services in Alberta.
• Always possess a valid Alberta Driver’s License during employment with Lac Ste. Anne County.
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office and other industry specific software such as Fire Pro 2.
• Well developed interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Strong initiative and leadership qualities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $79,433.00 - $94,437.80 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person