Ideally to fill this role, you will have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree in Fire Service Administration Management, Business Management, Emergency Management, or a related field, plus a minimum of 10 years of experience in emergency services is required, preferably 5 years at a senior level of administration, leadership or supervisory experience equivalency. In addition, you will have: Experience working in a unionized environment working with collective bargaining agreements. NFPA – Fire Officer Level IV would be considered an asset. Officer Training Program from an approved program would be considered an asset (e.g. Executive Chief Officer, Chief Fire Officer) Additionally, the successful applicant will possess the highest level of integrity, values and ethics as well as be an accomplished and experienced consensus-builder. Applicants must also be able to demonstrate a successful track record as a strategic communicator and adept listener. They must have experience managing and leading a large group of professionals while building high performance teams. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to build relationships in a complex multi-stakeholder environment; his or her strengths will also include self-confidence, flexibility, and resiliency. A history of inspiring a shared vision and driving results in a climate of accountability is essential, as is being known as politically astute leader who is comfortable working with Council, community groups and the media.
In addition to the very competitive hourly rate of $72.00 to $90.00 ($140,939-176,174 per ann) and an excellent benefit package; we offer a great work environment with a dynamic and dedicated team of likeminded professionals.
