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Fire Prevention Officer

3 months ago

Whitehorse, Canada City of Whitehorse Full time

The Fire Prevention Officer works under the general direction of the Fire Chief, leads the investigation of fires to determine origin and cause. Researches, develops, implements and coordinates fire prevention and public education activities.

Specific Responsibilities

This is a critical role in the City of Whitehorse’s continued success and growth. The role is accountable for the following duties and responsibilities:

· Inspect all types of public and private occupancies to ensure compliance with regulations. Identify hazardous activities/processes, investigate violations, fire protection equipment and recommend the appropriate action;

· Investigate fires to determine origin and cause. Assist in gathering, preserving, documenting and processing of evidence;

· Advise stakeholders of safe operating procedures and methods in eliminating fire hazards;

· Prepare, deliver and oversee effective public education programs on fire prevention and safety to groups and to the general public as required;

· Liaise and collaborate with other stakeholders on matters pertaining to fire prevention, investigations, education and public safety;

· Perform unscheduled inspections in response to complaints concerning hazardous conditions;

· Ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, compliance with Industry Standards and Best Practices;

· Prepare and maintain all required records, reports, statistics, correspondence and other related material;

· Act as Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief as assigned;

· Other related duties;

This description contains elements necessary for identification and evaluation of the job. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.


Working Conditions:

· Majority of work is performed under normal office conditions. Responds to emergency situations, many of which occur outside of normal working hours. On-call duties is a requirement. Exposure to health hazards, smoke/fumes, chemicals, temperature and weather extremes during fire and other emergency situations;


Desired Candidate Abilities, Background and Experience

Given the role this individual will play in City of Whitehorse’s continued growth and success, it is essential that the successful candidate possess the following education, experience, and personal characteristics:

Education

· Fire Fighter Certification Level I and II;

· Fire Prevention Officer Certification;

· Fire Officer II;

· Incident Command 300;

· Incident Safety Officer;

· Fire Investigation and Fire Inspection certificate;

Experience

· 5 years previous related experience including firefighting, fire inspection/investigation or an equivalent combination of education and progressively related work experience;

· 6 months on the job training;

Personal / Professional Attributes

· Class 3 Driver's license & Air Brake Endorsement;

· Effective public relations and public speaking skills;

· Proven note taking, report writing, interview skills and court experience;

· Experience in reading, interpreting and applying legislation;

· Proven leadership, organizational and prioritizing skills;

· Work effectively independently or in a team environment;

· Standard first aid, CPR level C and oxygen therapy;

· Defensive Driving & Hazard Avoidance;

· Wildland firefighting basics; HAZMAT, Aerial Ladder Operations, etc;

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Examples of Equipment to Operate:

· General Fire investigation tools, personal protection equipment and general office equipment including computer skills to operate software programs related to work processing, spreadsheet, electronic mail, etc.

Salary & Benefits

· $58.60 - $62.60 per hour.