Job Description/Duties:
- The Fire Chief is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Fire Department.
- This includes personnel and equipment readiness, adequate training levels, fire prevention activities and coordination required with customer groups to execute tasks necessary.
- The Fire Chief provides the leadership necessary to motivate all fire department personnel to perform to a high standard.
- The Fire Chief ensures training is compliant, challenging, focused, and outcome driven in order to inspire all to achieve high standards. Where this is not possible, the Fire Chief either addresses resource shortfalls, prioritizes based on risk, or manages performance as appropriate.
- In conjunction with the Director, the Fire Chief ensures code compliance with the CNL license and provincial and national codes.
- Provision of support and guidance to Fire Prevention and Training to ensure codes and standards are implemented effectively.
- The Fire Chief provides leadership, direction and decision-making in managing emergency situations.
- The Fire Chief develops strategies and tactics to successfully react to and conclude all emergencies and minimize the loss of lives and company assets.
- The Fire Chief is responsible for the application of the collective agreement. They are also the key person on the management team during negotiations.
- Management of Fire Operations, Training and Prevention
- Provision of direct management to the Deputy Chiefs of Fire Operations, Fire Training and Fire Prevention.
- Supporting the development, management and review of annual operational budgets and capital budgets.
- Development and maintenance of fire department succession plans and asset management plans.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package supporting health, wellness, and work-life balance. Details will be provided upon offer. Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates.
The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $132,000 and $198,700 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.
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