Job Description

The RM of Hoodoo No. 401, Town of Cudworth, and Town of Wakaw invite applications from qualified persons for the position of Fire Chief to provide strong leadership to the Cudworth/Hoodoo & Wakaw/Hoodoo Fire Departments. These fire departments service their respective municipalities along with municipalities that the RM has entered into fire agreements with to provide fire protection to, those being RM of Fish Creek, Resort Village of Wakaw Lake, and Wakaw Lake Regional Campground.

The Fire Chief will be responsible for the organization and management of all related duties associated with the Cudworth/Hoodoo & Wakaw/Hoodoo Fire Departments, focusing on leadership, training, recruitment, fire prevention programs, and administration.

This is a permanent 60% FTE management position (24 hours/week). Active fire duty (fire call) hours will be compensated for in addition to management duties.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Direction of both fire department operations & functions including planning, administration, recruitment, and supervision of all functions & procedures Direction of fire activities during emergencies for the protection of life & property Assumption of command during emergencies & co-operation with other Fire Chiefs, Emergency Measures Officials, Provincial Fire Commissioner's Office representatives and other officials Preparation & submission to each respective municipality the department's annual financial budget, and, when approved, administering and controlling the budget expenditures Through the joint fire committee, reporting to Council on the various activities of each fire department Preparation, maintaining, and updating the Emergency Plan and representing the municipal authorities in continuing contact with the Emergency Measures Organization Any other duties as assigned by Councils

Requirements:

Certification or successful completion of studies related to firefighting, prevention & suppression, hazardous materials, and emergency measures including (or willing to achieve) *mandatory:

NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2
First Aid & CPR
Fire Officer 1
Pump Operator (driver operator)
Fire Inspector 1 & 2 Auto Extrication Ops Level 1 minimum
Fire Service Instructor ICS 100 & 200 Hazmat ops - technician preferred
-Experience working with volunteer and/or professional firefighters.

-Leadership or supervisory roles are an asset, including the ability to motivate and lead personnel, maintain discipline, promote harmony, and co-operate with other officials

-Ability & knowledge to plan, lead, and manage administrative activities

-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

-Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

-Knowledge of federal and provincial statutes and regulations relative to activities of a Fire Department

-Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all fire apparatus and equipment, methods used in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires and in rescue operations

-A valid Class 5A driver's license, 3A preferred

-Ideally, would relocate to, or already reside within, a 5-mile radius of the RM of Hoodoo

Applicants should submit their resume detailing qualifications, experience, and education, along with references, to:

Fay Stewart, CAO

RM of Hoodoo No. 401

Phone: 306-256-3281

Email: fstewart@rmofhoodoo.ca

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

On call
Work Location: In person