Deputy Fire Chief - Full-Time

City of Thunder Bay; Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Thunder Bay is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief to oversee operations for Thunder Bay Fire Rescue. This role includes planning, managing personnel, and ensuring effective fire protection services. Ideal candidates will possess advanced qualifications in fire service and significant experience in leadership roles within fire departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressive senior-level experience in fire services.
• Ability to obtain Community Emergency Management Coordinator qualifications.
• Experience in managing fire services operations and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Supervising maintenance and operations of TBFR.
• Participating in annual operating budget development.
• Collaborating with the Fire Chief on strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Emergency Management

Education

Degree or diploma in fire service administration

Completion of NFPA 1021 Level III

Completion of NFPA 1041 Level I

Completion of NFPA 1035 Level I

Job description

The Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay

has a rewarding opportunity for a

Deputy Fire Chief!

Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior, Thunder Bay is the sunniest city in Eastern Canada and a four-season outdoor playground. The urban centre offers green spaces, parks, wilderness, and is a cultural hub with a thriving visual and performing arts scene. As the most populous municipality in northwestern Ontario, Thunder Bay serves as the region's commercial, administrative, and medical hub, hosting various educational institutions. The city continues to pursue growth and development opportunities for its diverse community. Upholding its motto, "Superior by Nature," the Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay (City) is currently seeking a...

If you value work-life balance that a smaller city provides within a large organizational setting, we invite you to join us!

If you already reside here, we look forward to welcoming you to our team!

The Opportunity

As Deputy Fire Chief, you will be involved in planning, coordinating, and directing the operations of Thunder Bay Fire Rescue (TBFR). TBFR is well-trained to handle a broad range of emergencies and hazardous situations.

This role reports to the Fire Chief and includes the following responsibilities :

• Supervising preventative maintenance and ensuring the availability of materials and services required for the operation of TBFR's buildings, apparatus, equipment, and property.
• Managing TBFR operations and personnel, evaluating employee performance and emergency responses.
• Developing, administering, and maintaining TBFR policies and procedures aligned with corporate and divisional objectives; planning and implementing short- and long-term goals; collaborating with the Fire Chief on strategic planning for effective fire protection services.
• Participating in the development of the annual operating budget, assisting with the capital budget, and overseeing budget control and procurement processes.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, and presentations; attending council, community, and public meetings; providing recommendations related to TBFR.

Ideal Candidate

• Degree or diploma in fire service administration, public administration, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive senior-level experience in fire services.
• Ability to obtain Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) qualifications.
• Completion of NFPA 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualification Level III, with Level IV to be obtained within one year of employment.
• Completion of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Level I.
• Completion of NFPA 1035 Standard on Fire and Life Safety Educator / Public Information Officer Level I.

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Why Thunder Bay Fire Rescue?

Our team of 202 staff across five divisions is highly skilled and dedicated, capable of handling various emergencies and hazardous situations. We are committed to community safety through fire protection, rescue, public education, and medical assistance.

Services include fire suppression, auto extrication, hazardous material response, industrial accident management, medical response including defibrillation, high / low angle rescue, ice / water rescue, and confined space rescue from eight stations. We also provide emergency planning for the community.

The Future of Thunder Bay Fire Rescue & Our Transformational Journey

We are at an exciting stage, implementing a 10-year community-driven master plan aimed at operational improvements to enhance community and firefighter safety.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our transformational journey. We look forward to hearing from you!

Why Work for the City of Thunder Bay (CTB)?

When you work for the City of Thunder Bay, you become part of a dedicated team, with opportunities to :

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Deputy Fire Chief • Northwestern Ontario, Thunder Bay District, Canada