The City of Camrose is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and dedicated Fire Chief to lead our Fire Department. The Fire Chief will be responsible for managing and overseeing all fire operations, ensuring public safety, leading fire prevention and emergency response efforts and fostering a strong community relationship.
FUNCTIONS/DUTIES (but not limited to):
Oversee the administration, operations, and management of the Fire Department.
Develop and maintain policies and procedures for fire operations.
Assume command during major fire incidents.
Develop and maintain firefighter training program in accordance with NFPA 1001 standards.
Implement fire prevention and public education programs.
Ensure that fire investigations and inspections are conducted in compliance with the Alberta Fire Code.
Ensure that building plans are reviewed for fire safety compliance.
Prepare and manage the departments capital and operational budgets.
Maintain records and prepare monthly and annual reports on Fire Department activities.
Ensure maintenance and readiness of fire vehicles, equipment, and communication systems.
Assist the Director of Emergency Management in maintaining the municipal emergency plan.
Organize citywide disaster training and manage disaster related equipment.
Handle public inquiries and engage with the community on fire safety.
Stay updated on fire technology and trends by attending courses, seminars and meeting with other Fire Chiefs.
HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are typically 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with a Tuesday night training session.
SALARY & BENEFITS: The City of Camrose offers competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in this position are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to the address below or in person by November 29, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. If applying by e-mail, please ensure job position is included in subject line. We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
CONTACT:
City of Camrose - Attention: Human Resources
Mailing Address: 5204 – 50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8
Minimum of ten (10) years of firefighting experience, with at least five (5) years in an Administrative/Officer level.
Experienced in administrative duties including policy writing, report writing, budgeting, and the preparation and analysis of key performance indicators.
Camrose Fire Department prides itself on being a team-oriented organization that works diligently towards fire prevention, protection of life and property and the mitigation of all emergency incidents in the City of Camrose and the County of Camrose for over 100 years.
The Camrose Fire Department is a “hybrid” combination department which incorporates full time members and volunteer/casual members that make up the workforce of the fire department. There are three operational fire crews which are dispatched out on a rotational basis for emergency calls, except when there is a structure fire where all crews are dispatched to respond.
