Deputy Fire Chief

2 weeks ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

Deputy Fire Chief

Competition Number

Job Code
0026

Posting Date
June 1, 2023

Closing Date
June 16, pm)

Job Status
Permanent Full-Time


As the largest municipality within one of Canada's fastest growing regions, Kitchener is known as an innovative, caring, and vibrant city offering strong and connected neighbourhoods, an affordable cost of living, and a proud reputation for community engagement.


The Kitchener Fire Department is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief, who is a highly motivated, collaborative and

a

strategic leader.

  • Under guidance of the Fire Chief, and in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team, you will be asked to lead and enhance our department supporting the Public Education, Fire Prevention and Communications Divisions. Leading by example, you will play an integral role in building our department's culture, direction, and overall service delivery to the community.

Responsibilities:

  • Works collaboratively with the Fire Management Team
  • Responsible for leading 6 divisions; Fire Prevention Division, Communications Division, Administration Division, Direct Detect Division, Public Education Division; and Fire Systems & Projects
  • Responsible for interviewing and selection, orientation and training, direction and guidance, and performance management up to and including recommending termination
  • Establishes policies and operating procedures
  • Plans programs and supports staff growth and development
  • Develops and monitors budget for the areas within assigned divisions
  • Conducts research and analysis; prepares staff reports, reports for Council, and correspondence; makes presentations; carries out special assignments; and attends Council meetings
  • Responds to inquiries from and liaises with the Mayor and Council, residents, community groups, special interest groups, City departments/divisions, other government/agencies, and the media
  • Keeps up to date with current trends and developments in the fire service
  • Serves as a member of the Corporate Management Team (CMT)
  • Performs the duties of the Fire Chief in the absence of the incumbent
  • Participate in a rotating ON-CALL schedule

Requirements:

  • Must have over 10 years' experience in a leadership role, emergency services preferred
  • 3year degree or diploma in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • You have strong interpersonal skills which will help foster and build positive relationships amongst all staff in the fire department and across the entire corporation
  • You are a critical and conceptbased thinker, with thorough analytical and problemsolving skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of fire regulations, rules, operating guidelines, procedures, policies; applicable Municipal/Provincial Codes, Acts, Bylaws; Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations; and investigation procedures
  • You have strong administrative skills and are an effective communicator
  • Ability to exercise independent judgement and action
  • Ability to develop positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to use software programs such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, Telestaff, and Fire Records Management System

We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources at

,

or ext. 7261 to make your needs known, so that we can support your full and equal participation throughout the hiring process.

  • Please note that as per Human Resources Policy _
  • HUM-HIR_
  • 110, "Employment of Relatives of Staff Members and Elected Officials":_
- "The immediate relatives of staff of the Human Resources Division, all _

  • Directors, General Managers, or the Chief Administrative Officer and Elected Officials shall not be employed by the City in any capacity._
  • The immediate relatives of all other Management personnel shall not be employed where such employment would be:_
  • 1. within the same Department in the case of permanent fulltime, temporary full_
- time and part-time classifications._

  • 2. within the same Division in the case of students."_

Department
Community Services

Division
Fire

Union Affiliation
Non-Union/Management

Number of Positions
1

Hours of Work
35 hours per week

Location

Facility
Kitchener Fire Hall

City
Kitchener

Compensation

Salary Range
To be discussed

Grade/Band
13 (under review)

  • 310t - Heavy Truck/bus Technician (Evt)

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Darch Fire inc Full time

    The CompanyThe JobNever worked in the fire industry before? We provide in-house and factory training, along with repair path guidance to help you on your journey in this new and exciting industry.QUALIFICATIONS 310T licence is required for this position, with a minimum of 3 years experience. Current EVT certification is considered an asset, although we are...

  • Emergency Department Director

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER** Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only. Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. Stay involved with local fire and police departments. Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and community on disaster recovery and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICERAbout the Job: Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only. Parttime or Fulltime / Make your own schedule / Flextime hours hours a week. Stay involved with local fire and police departments. Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and community on...

  • Manager, Corporate Security

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

    Manager, Corporate SecurityCompetition NumberJob Code1437Posting DateMay 15, 2023Closing DateMay 28, 2023 (at 6:00pm)Job StatusPermanent Full-TimeThe- City of Kitchener is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 270,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest municipality in Waterloo Region, Kitchener continues to be poised for development...

  • Gas Serviceperson B

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

    Gas Serviceperson BCompetition NumberJob Code7009Posting DateApril 4, 2023Closing DateApril 21, at 6:00pm)Job StatusPermanent Full-TimeThe- City of Kitchener is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 270,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest municipality in Waterloo Region, Kitchener continues to be poised for development and growth,...

  • Program Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

    **Program Assistant (Fire)** **Competition Number** 2024-016**Job Code** 1152**Posting Date** January 30, 2024**Closing Date** February 5, 2024 (at 6:00pm)**Job Status** Permanent Full-TimeThe - **City of Kitchener** is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 270,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest municipality in Waterloo...

  • Evt Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada Darch Fire inc Full time

    **The COMPANY** **QUALIFICATIONS** - 310T licence is required for this position, with a minimum of **3 years experience**. Current EVT certification is considered an asset, although we are willing to train. - Previous experience diagnosing, testing, and servicing fire apparatus (Pumps, trucks, valves, monitors etc) is a benefit. - A strong understanding of...

  • 310t - Heavy Truck/bus Technician (Evt)

    2 months ago

    Kitchener, Canada Darch Fire inc Full time

    **The Company** **The Job** Never worked in the fire industry before? We provide in-house and factory training, along with repair path guidance to help you on your journey in this new and exciting industry. **QUALIFICATIONS** - 310T licence is required for this position, with a minimum of **3 years experience**. Current EVT certification is considered an...

  • 310t - Heavy Truck/bus Technician (Evt)

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada Darch Fire inc Full time

    **The Company** **The Job** Never worked in the fire industry before? We provide in-house and factory training, along with repair path guidance to help you on your journey in this new and exciting industry. **QUALIFICATIONS** - 310T licence is required for this position, with a minimum of **3 years experience**. Current EVT certification is considered an...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    kitchener, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER**About the Job:Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only.Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week.Stay involved with local fire and police departments.Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER**About the Job:Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only.Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week.Stay involved with local fire and police departments.Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER**About the Job:Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only.Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week.Stay involved with local fire and police departments.Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER** About the Job: Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only. Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week. Stay involved with local fire and police departments. Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER**About the Job:Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only.Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week.Stay involved with local fire and police departments.Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER** About the Job: Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only. Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week. Stay involved with local fire and police departments. Involves working alongside local public

  • Emergency Department Director

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, ON, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER** Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only. Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. Stay involved with local fire and police departments. Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and community on disaster recovery and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, ON, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER**About the Job:Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only.Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week.Stay involved with local fire and police departments.Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, ON, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER**About the Job:Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only.Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week.Stay involved with local fire and police departments.Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, ON, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Full time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER** About the Job: Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only. Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week. Stay involved with local fire and police departments. Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials...

  • Director of Emergency Services

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Ontario, Waterloo region, Canada Fire Chief Recruiters Part time

    ** MUST BE LOCAL FIRE OFFICER**About the Job:Director of Emergency Services position / Retired Local Officers only.Part-time or Full-time / Make your own schedule / Flex-time hours. 20-30 hours a week.Stay involved with local fire and police departments.Involves working alongside local public safety departments / Educating public safety officials and...

  • Program Manager, Fire Systems

    4 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

    **Program Manager, Fire Systems & Projects** **Competition Number** 2023-266 **Job Code** 1066 **Posting Date** June 9, 2023 **Closing Date** June 23, 2023- (at 6:00pm)**Job Status** Permanent Full-Time The - **City of Kitchener** is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 270,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest...

  • Assistant Building Operator

    2 months ago

    Kitchener, Canada Centre In The Square Full time

    **Job Posting Assistant Building Operator** **Posting Date March 22, 2023 Closing date April 21, 2023** **Job Status **Permanent Full-Time (35 Hours per week) **Salary Range** $27.93 to $30.59 per hour **Benefits** Participation in OMERS pension plan and generous group benefits plan **This is a unionized position part of IATSE Local 357** **Position...

  • Gas QA/qc Technician

    3 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

    **Gas QA/QC Technician** **Competition Number** 2024-264 **Job Code** 7068 **Posting Date** June 13, 2024 **Closing Date** June 21, 2024 (at 6:00pm) **Job Status** Permanent Full-Time The **City of Kitchener** is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 270,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest municipality in Waterloo...

  • Wastewater Collection Operator Iii

    2 weeks ago

    Kitchener, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

    **Wastewater Collection Operator III** **Competition Number** 2024-143**Job Code** 5153**Posting Date** March 26, 2024**Closing Date** April 4, 2024 (at 6:00pm)**Job Status** Permanent Full-TimeThe **City of Kitchener** is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 270,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest municipality in Waterloo...

  • Manager, Facilities Management

    5 days ago

    Kitchener, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

    **Manager, Facilities Management **Competition Number** 2024-128 **Job Code** 0102 **Posting Date** March 7, 2024 **Closing Date** March 24, 2024 (at 6:00pm) **Job Status** Permanent Full-Time The **City of Kitchener** is a vibrant and dynamic city of approximately 270,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. As the largest municipality in...