Volunteer manager Jobs in Stratford, ON

The Township of Perth East is seeking applications for one (1) Volunteer Firefighter to join the Perth East Fire Department – Sebringville Fire Station Position Overview : The nature of firefighting involves manual work, of a sometimes hazardous nature, including fighting fires, salvage and rescue operations and providing general first aid. Firefighters work under the supervision of the Station Captain and the Deputy and Station Chief. Attending training on a regular basis and maintaining fire vehicles and the fire station is required. Firefighters are required to make serious decisions and work without supervision until higher ranking officers arrive at an emergency. Firefighters are required to be in excellent physical condition. They must be a minimum of 18 years old, be mentally alert, conscientious, dependable, and get along well with others. Firefighters must be able to pass a medical examination (and receive a Hepatitis B vaccination), a criminal background check and provide a Ministry of Transportation driving abstract. Firefighters must live within a reasonable distance to the Fire Station. They are prohibited from wearing a beard. All new Firefighters will be placed on a one (1) year probation upon hire. Position Requirements and Desirable Criteria : P ossess a minimum “G” license; A bility to obtain a D.Z. license within one (1) year of hire; Ca rry a pager and be a part of an on-call rotation; R eside within a reasonable distance of the Fire Station; Pre-services Firefighter Education & Training Program Certificate or N.F.P.A 1001 Accredited Program from a recognized institution would be an asset; First Aid / CPR Certification is preferred; Having day-time availability is desirable. Vulnerable Sector Check is required for all Firefighters over 18 years of age (cost to be reimbursed by the Township upon submission of receipt). Visit www.pertheast.ca to learn more about the Perth East Fire Department and the Municipality. If you are interested in joining our team please apply online at www.pertheast.ca - Employment Opportunities.  All documents must be uploaded in PDF format. Application Deadline : Friday January 31, 2025 at NOON. Anticipated Start Date : March 1, 2025 We appreciate interest in the position and advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Any questions contact Manager of Fire Services / Fire Chief, Bill Hunter at [email protected] In accordance with the “Municipal Freedom of information and Protection of Privacy Act” personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used of the purpose of candidate selection. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance. Powered by JazzHR