Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Municipal government
- Provincial government department or agency
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Develop new public safety education campaigns
- Plan, direct and co-ordinate firefighting strategies
- Develop and implement procedures and policies for related firefighting operations
- Co-ordinate and monitor budget and departmental resources
- Oversee analysis of data and information and prepare reports
- Determine damage estimates and investigate the potential causes of a fire after extinguished
- Direct activities at the scene of a fire
- Evaluate the type of fire, the extent of damage to buildings and the danger to nearby establishments
- Represent the fire department in communications with government, the media and the public
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Provincial or municipal Firefighters Training Course Certificate
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Overtime required
Personal suitability
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Team player
- Values and ethics
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Pension plan
Long term benefits
- Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
- Other benefits
- Parking available
- Wellness program
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