Job Description

REPORTS TO:

Fire Chief

LOCATION:

Initial Placement - Fire Administration (Paris)

Minimum Qualifications:Post-secondary education in Communications or related field 3 years relevant work experience Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe, social media, and related software Knowledge of relevant trends, best practices and legislation Excellent communication, judgement, interpersonal, and customer service skills Excellent writing ability, with strong research, report writing, and presentation skills Proven organizational skills with strong attention to detail Ability to prioritize competing tasks and meet multiple deadlines Ability to be self-directed, work independently and collaboratively as a team Demonstrated safe work practices Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as required Valid driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract Acceptable police records check

Assets:
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Previous experience in Communications in a municipal setting Experience in municipal procurement

Duties:
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Coordinate and implement a robust and tailored internal communications plan within Fire Services, to inform personnel across all fire stations of key information with timeliness, consistency, and enhance knowledge sharing. Develop, plan, organize and deliver effective print and digital communications for the Fire Service. Coordinate external public communications in partnership with Corporate Communications. Develop content for communication materials and various platforms, including assisting with the creation of the Fire Services Annual Report. Support volunteer engagement initiatives and events within the community. Lead communication campaigns, including newsletters to Fire personnel, appreciation for Volunteer Firefighters and the business community. Review and maintain content on Fire Services webpage, and project dashboard. Prepare project updates, briefing notes, and reports for station personnel and Council. Support a Volunteer Firefighter engagement survey and action plan. Assist Fire Prevention in the creation of marketing materials. Lead engagement and support on the Fire Services Communication portal. Work alongside Corporate Communications to share community initatives, recruitment campaigns, fire prevention and education messaging, and live burn events. Back up administration support as required. Respond to enquiries by the public or external stakeholders. Provide project support, conduct research, draft reports, and assist with procurement as requested. Other duties as assigned.

Annual Salary:

$68,760 - $80,426

(Job Grade 5 - Under Review)

35 hours per week



Date of Posting: May 20, 2025

The application deadline is

Monday June 2, 2025 @ 9:00am

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