The region is located on Treaty 8 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Dene and unceded territory of the Métis. Comprising of Fort McMurray, 9 rural communities and 12 Indigenous communities, the diversity and rich cultures in the region are truly remarkable. We are committed to reconciliation and recognize our responsibility to understand our history so that we can honour the past, be aware of the present, and create a just and caring future for all.
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo is a place for anyone and everyone to pursue opportunity together. With residents from all over the world and strengthened by a sense of resiliency, our community is a place where neighbours help neighbours, embrace differences, and honour the Indigenous heritage and traditions of the land.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is looking to fill Firefighter/Primary or Advanced Care Paramedic and Non-Fire Trained Advanced Care Paramedic positions. These are exciting and challenging career opportunities. The Regional Emergency Services (RES) Department is a fully integrated Fire/EMS service that provides advanced life support including helicopter life flight, fire and rescue services within our region. These positions are within the IAFF Local 2494 Union.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Safely respond to emergency and non-emergency scenes within established RES guidelines.
- Take direction from operations officers in matters pertaining to fire and medical response.
- Take direction from officers where required in matters pertaining to training and prevention.
- Perform routine duties related to shift operations in areas such as apparatus/equipment maintenance, reports, station maintenance, etc.
- Work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assist the department in public education, the promotion of fire safety, fire prevention and public relations.
- Attend training courses as necessary to facilitate progression to First Class Firefighter.
- Perform basic administrative functions.
- Perform such tasks as necessary to support and maintain continuity of the Regional Fire Service.
- Understand and support the Corporate Mission, Vision and Value statements.
- Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- NFPA 1001 Level I and II is required for Firefighter PCP/ACP positions.
- Current Alberta College of Paramedics Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) or Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Licence is required.
- Valid CPR - Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Class Four (4) Alberta driver's licence with “Q” Endorsement is required.
- Valid Class Three (3) Alberta driver’s licence (with "Q" endorsement) or equivalent out of province is an asset.
- Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Search is required.
An outline of the recruitment and testing process can be found on our website: Firefighter and Paramedic Recruitment
The RMWB will accept Firefighter physical fitness testing results from the University of Alberta (U of A), provided they have been completed within the last six (6) months. U of A test results must be sent directly to the RMWB. Candidates who wish to apply but have not completed the U of A physical fitness testing or may not complete the physical test in time for this recruitment are still encouraged to apply.
Qualified candidates invited to participate in the recruitment process must successfully complete each of the following steps to move to the next step of the recruitment process:
Aptitude Test: In Fort McMurray August 28, 2023 or arrangements can be made to have the testing invigilated by August 25, 2023.
Firefighter Physical Fitness Testing: In Fort McMurray at Keyano College on August 29 and 30, 2023.
Interviews: In Fort McMurray August 29 to 31, 2023.
SAFETY:
As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, including all policies, practices, procedures, as well as properly utilizing all control measures including the required use of personal protective equipment. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.
Requisition ID: 1385
Affiliation: IAFF Local
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Number of Openings: 1
Department/ Branch: Regional Emergency Services, Operations
Job Location: Fort McMurray
Probationary Rate: $ 45.02
Hourly Rate: $ 47.83
COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480
Closing Date: dd/mm/yyyy 06/08/2023
Posting Type: Internal and External
Current employees must apply through the internal careers site.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals
selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.
