Reporting to the City Manager, the Fire Chief is a member of the senior management team providing strategic direction and leadership for fire services, fire safety, and bylaw enforcement within the City. The Fire Chief is responsible for setting and communicating vision, overseeing the departmental budget, departmental safety, and all administrative, operational, and tactical requirements for the department.
The Fire Chief will have a combination of education, training, and experience in a municipal fire service covering both administration and operations for a minimum of 7 years, with a minimum of 3 years experience at a management or supervisory level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid medical training as a First Responder or greater, technical rescue and fire ground operational experience (e.g. fire suppression, rescue, dangerous goods) and/or experience in a Fire Department's senior leadership position is preferred.
Sound judgement, interpersonal skills, professional conduct, commitment to safety, service and community, and proven leadership skills are the prime factors of this position.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, PERSONAL COMPETENCIES, and other Additional Requirements can be found in the attached Job Description.
The Fire Chief is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with education, skills, and abilities.
Primary benefits include participation in the City's Group Benefits program, Health Spending Account, and participation in the Municipal Employees' Pension Plan (MEPP).
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