Deputy Fire Chief, Operations

The City of Corner Brook is presently accepting applications for the position of Deputy Fire Chief, Operations,with the Department of Protective Services. This position reports directly to the Director of Protective Services and is responsible for providing leadership and day-to-day direction to the Corner Brook Fire Department to ensure compliance with all professional standards and legislation. The Deputy Fire Chief oversees the staffing, training, equipment & apparatus while ensuring effective delivery of fire suppression, rescue, and fire prevention programs.

The Deputy Fire Chief will foster a respectful workplace and maintain positive working relationships with staff, partner agencies, council, and the public. They will ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with applicable regulations, legislation, and Procedures. The successful candidate will model professional conduct, maintain confidentiality, and uphold all City policies and labour requirements. The Deputy Fire Chief will provide mentorship and support to the Assistant Deputy Chiefs while maintaining clear and effective communication across the department. This role will also provide administrative and technical advice to the Director on operational matters pertaining to the Fire Department. The Deputy Chief plays a pivotal role in addressing human resources issues in a prompt manner in accordance with City policies and the Collective Agreement. At times, the Deputy Chief will be responsible to represent the Director of Protective Services and when required respond to media inquiries.

The City of Corner Brook is looking for an individual with a degree or diploma in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field, supported by extensive coursework in fire suppression, prevention, and administration. The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of progressively responsible management experience, preferably in a municipal or unionized environment and ten years of fire suppression experience with Firefighter I and II certification. The successful candidate will have excellent conflict management, negotiation, decision making and organizational skills.

Standard working hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm with the ability to attend meetings outside of regular working hours. On-call availability may be required from time to time. A valid NL drivers license, clear code of conduct and vulnerable sector screening are required for this position.

The City of Corner Brook will provide support throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates are encouraged to discuss specific needs with the City’s Human Resources division

Please submit résumés giving complete details of qualifications to the Human Resources Office

The City of Corner Brook thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $82,008.00-$109,344.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person