Rural Fire Chief & Emergency Management Leader

County of Northern Lights; Town of Manning; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage and benefits program

Job summary

The County of Northern Lights in Manning, Alberta, invites applications for a County Fire Chief. You will lead rural fire operations, oversee two stations, manage training, prevention and response, and report to the CAO and Council.

Ideal candidates will have NFPA 1051, WUI training, advanced first aid, ICS 300, and a Class 3 license, with proven administration experience and strong stakeholder engagement. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires travel across the county and building

Qualifications

• NFPA 1051 Wildland Firefighter Level 1 is required.
• Alberta Wildland Urban Interface Training or equivalent.
• Advanced First aid, CPR Level C (EMR or PCP Preferred).
• ICS 300 is required.
• Class 3 Operators License with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Previous experience in Fire Department Administration and increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Manning and Weberville Fire Stations and provide oversight, training, coordination and high-level service to residents.
• Advise Council and CAO on emergency services, budgeting, and management of two volunteer fire services.
• Assist with emergency planning, training and readiness as Deputy Director of Emergency Management.
• Travel within the County and some days at either station; strong public relations with area residents and mutual aid partners.

Skills

NFPA 1051 Wildland Firefighter Level 1

Alberta WUI Training

Advanced First Aid CPR C

ICS 300

Class 3 License with Air Brake Endorse

Fire Department Administration

Job description

The County of Northern Lights in Manning, Alberta, invites applications for a County Fire Chief. You will lead rural fire operations, oversee two stations, manage training, prevention and response, and report to the CAO and Council.

Ideal candidates will have NFPA 1051, WUI training, advanced first aid, ICS 300, and a Class 3 license, with proven administration experience and strong stakeholder engagement. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires travel across the county and building