Job Description

(Permanent Full-Time, Exempt) Internal Posting
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities, and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. The District of West Vancouver has an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and forward-thinking leader for the position of Fire Chief. As a member of the District\xe2\x80\x99s Executive Management team, the Fire Chief reports to the Municipal Manager and provides vision, leadership, and management of Fire & Rescues Services. The Fire Chief is responsible for;

• Directing and leading the work of the Division\xe2\x80\x99s management team by planning and directing all fire suppression, rescue, related emergency services and fire prevention operations and programs for the District,

• Building an inclusive Department with a focus on equity, diversity and employee engagement,

• Reaching operational decisions that support the District\xe2\x80\x99s climate action goals, including the implementation of plans and programs that will minimize wildfire risk to the community,

• Building and maintaining effective relationships with the Municipal Manager and Council by providing recommendations for policies and courses of action,

• Developing, presenting, and maintaining a large, complex capital and operational budget to achieving the objectives of the corporate business plan and the Division,

• Strategizing and executing short- and long-term divisional goals and objectives involving projects, business, and budget planning,

• Establishing, promoting, and maintaining effective public relations for the Division and making public addresses, appearances, and presentations,

• Acting as Incident Commander for emergencies and natural disasters, and responding to other emergencies as required,

• Representing the Division in employee and labour relation matters, and

• Participating in other duties and special projects as required.

The successful candidate will have a relevant university degree related to Fire Department or Municipal Administration or a Certificate in Business Administration from an Institute of Technology. Considerable knowledge of principles and practices, extensive experience in a progressively responsible capacity with Fire Department operations and administration, preferably as a Deputy or Assistant Fire Chief, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector and a copy of their credentials.




Position Status:

EXEMPT \xe2\x80\x93 Permanent Full-Time


Hours of Work:

35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)


Salary:

$216,200 per year (2022 rate)


Closing Date:

11:59 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023


To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver\xe2\x80\x99s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.


We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
0500-23-EXEMPT-20



If you have any questions please contact us at careers@westvancouver.ca