SteS Fire Hall Chief (exterior structural fires)
The Organization:
Skwlāx te Secwépemcúlecw (SteS) is traditionally known as Skwlāx, which translates to Black Bear in Secwépemctsín, the traditional language. SteS has a unique vision and drive; the Band has not only led the way in tourism within the Shuswap, but it has also led the way in economic development. The creation of Quaaout Lodge, Talking Rock Golf, Le7ka Spa, and Little Shuswap Gas Station has helped promote Secwepemc culture, and allowed the SteS people to develop world class accommodation and leisure activities.
Position Summary
In this position, you’ll oversee the Fire Department’s daily operations, guide and motivate a large team of POC firefighters, drive training and emergency response strategy, manage operational and capital budgets, support code compliance, and help shape long-term succession plans. If you’re ready to step into a role that challenges you and lets you make a real impact, apply today!
Duties Include:
· Ensure the SteS fire department follows the BC Structural Firefighter Minimum training standards manual
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/public-safety-and-emergency-services/public-safety/fire-safety/training/minimum_training_standards_structural_ff_manual.pdf
· Responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Fire Department.
· Providing the leadership necessary to motivate all fire department personnel to perform to a high standard.
· Developing strategies and tactics to successfully react to and conclude all emergencies and minimize the loss of lives and company assets.
· Supporting the development, management and review of annual operational budgets and capital budgets.
· Developing and maintaining of fire department succession plans and asset management plans.
· Ensuring training is challenging, focused, and outcome driven.
· Assisting the Director to ensure code compliance with the CNL license and provincial and national codes.
· Reviewing and approving timecards and expenses for direct reports and all staff.
Planning
· Develop and manage the Fire Department budget.
· Managing hiring in compliance with CNL staffing process and in consultation with Human Resources Services.
Other related duties as assigned by your manager.
What We Are Looking For
Education
· Bachelor Degree in fire science, fire administration, business administration, public administration, or a related curriculum.
· Structural fire fighter training such as :
o Incident Command Centre 100
o NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level II
o NFPA 1403 Live Fire Training Evolutions
o NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level IV
o FF 1001
Experience
· Ten (10) years of experience in fire service positions, at least five (5) of which must have included administrative or supervisory responsibilities.
· Fire service experience must include work in positions which would provide background in fire prevention, fire training, and related areas of fire department operations and management.
· Leadership experience within a fire department or an emergency response organization.
· knowledge of modern techniques and methods as applied to the administration of firefighting and prevention activities, Training, License Conditions, Codes, Standards and Regulations gained through years’ experience in the profession,
· Incident Command training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Interpersonal skills, abilities to comprehend or be cognizant with a broad range of technological and/or business issues.
· Ability to understand and effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) sensitive information to senior management in the organization and to external agencies and organizations.
· Proven ability to organize information, plan and assess issues, and take action within broad organization objectives dealing with a variety of diverse technical, complex organizational, and economic challenges.
· Highly developed analytical, organizational, negotiation, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Security Clearance Eligibility Required
What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package
Competitive wage starting at up to $50 per hour for 35 hours per week plus on-call pay and call out.
Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
Extended Health Benefits after 3-month probation
Pension plan with a 5.5% matching contribution, after 3-months employment.
To apply; send your cover letter and resume to
Email: [email protected]
Pay: $85,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
