Deputy Fire Chief

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : PURPOSE :

This position is responsible for providing operational and administrative support to the Fire Chief and is responsible for managing the detailed activities of Fire Services. The Deputy Fire Chief is responsible for assisting in the effective and efficient operation of the Department and delivery of its programs. The Deputy Fire Chief will assume the required administrative and operational duties of the Fire Chief (in the absence of the Fire Chief) and acts as Incident Commander at emergency incidents until otherwise relieved. The Deputy Fire Chief is the Basic Safety Codes Officer (Fire Discipline).

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Strategic Responsibilities

• Prepares the Fire Department work plans, operating and capital budgets in conjunction with the Fire Chief;
• Assists the Fire Chief in the presentation of the Fire Department work plans, operating and capital budgets to the Director of Recreation & Protective Services, the CAO, Mayor and Council; and
• Develops recommendations and manages specifically assigned projects for the improved effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

Operational and Administrative Responsibilities

Records Management

Assists in the Management of Volunteer Fire Fighters

Fire Suppression Responsibilities

Management of the Firefighter Training Program

Participates in the Citys Workplace Health and Safety Program

Performs other duties as assigned by the Fire Chief.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

First Aid Certificate;