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Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducts research and reviews of existing educational and training programs and courses and provides recommendations with respect to their utility.
- Designs and develops contemporary education and training programs and courses as assigned including programs to address Fire Department goals and objectives for staff development and skill maintenance initiatives.
- Develop tools to measure, monitor, evaluate and provide feedback associated with education and training programs to ensure quality outcomes and sign offs.
- Attends educational courses, training programs, workshops and seminars as directed by the Deputy Fire Chief in conjunction with the Director of Emergency Services or required to maintain currency.
- Examines, reviews and assesses education and training programs and courses to ensure compliance with all legislation, standards and applicable guidelines.
- Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of quality improvement activities including recommending quality objectives, processes, and quality indicators.
- Analyses information and reports to identify education and training needs necessary to counteract trends relating to injuries, fire losses etc.
- Working knowledge of all applicable legislation, standards, Fire Department Standard Operational Guidelines and the effective application of contemporary adult education techniques for the delivery of education and training programs and courses.
- Write reports and maintain detailed records and analyze and interpret statistical data.
- Designates and/or delegates any of the above duties to competent fire fighters, such duties to be carried out to the satisfaction of the Deputy Fire Chief in conjunction with the Director of Emergency Services.
- Responds to emergency calls as necessary under the department's jurisdiction and authority.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Firefighter or Fire Training Instructor.
- Preferred qualification certifications include the following post-secondary education:
- NFPA 1001 Level 1 and 2
- NFPA 1002 Pump OPS
- NFPA 1072/472 to the Operations Level
- NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level 1 (IFSAC/Proboard)
- NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 1 (IFSAC/Proboard)
- NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 2 (IFSAC/Proboard)
- NFPA 1035 Fire and Life Safety Educator Level 1 (IFSAC/Proboard)
- NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer
- SP103 Wildland Fire Fighting
- SP230 Wildland Fire Strategies and Tactics
- Any additional Training and Instructional courses or education
- Valid First Aid and BLS CPR with AED.
- Working knowledge of firefighting and emergency response, The Occupational Health and Safety Act, The Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, NFPA, Section 21, applicable municipal by-laws, and all related Acts and regulations.
- Knowledge of effective training procedures for Fire Department personnel.
- Knowledge of modern firefighting and fire prevention methods, techniques and fire investigations.
- Knowledge of the municipality and surrounding areas protected by agreements.
- Knowledge of the infrastructure in the municipality.
- Knowledge of all apparatus and equipment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), GIS, and FirePro Software.
- Familiar with Resource One.
- Valid class “DZ” driver’s license or equivalent with a clean driver abstract.
Key Competencies:
- Exhibit proficient business-related verbal and written communication skills, research and report writing skills, a working knowledge of existing Fire Department computer software applications and the aptitude to learn and use additional programs.
- Maintain detailed records and analyze and interpret statistical data and have demonstrated problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated skill and the ability to transfer information and knowledge to others while presenting oneself in a capable, competent, courteous and professional manner.
- Ability to perform effectively as an individual and as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and presentation skills.
- Ability to design, develop, deliver, monitor, and evaluate education and training programs and courses in accordance with Fire Department goals and objectives in an effective and efficient manner.
- Capable of performing all administrative and physical components of this position.
- Ability to wear self-contained breathing apparatus, bunker gear, structural firefighting boots, a helmet, and any additional required safety equipment for a prolong period of time when conducting firefighting, and/or investigations where applicable.
- Technical ability and knowledge of specialty equipment (GPS mapping systems, Gas Detection equipment, and Telecommunication Systems).
- Deals with confidential information related to fire training, personnel files, private property records and investigative files.
Salary & Benefits
$83,142.37 to $97,722.88 annually
Why work for us?
- The Municipality of Trent Lakes offers a highly attractive compensation package, including competitive salary, paid time off, OMERS pension, group benefits, and an employee assistance program.
- We encourage the personal and professional growth of our staff through education, training, and succession planning opportunities.
- We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that values diversity and treats each other in a fair, courteous and compassionate way.
Contact
Email: hr@trentlakes.ca
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