Fire Prevention Officer

2 weeks ago


Fort Saskatchewan, Canada City of Fort Saskatchewan Full time

**Job Number**:
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- J1023-0833**Job Type**:
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- Permanent Full time**Employee Group**:
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- Fire Services Admin**Job Category**:
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- Fire Services**Open Positions**:
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- 1**Date Posted**:
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- November 5, 2023**Closing Date**:
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- November 27, 2023**Salary**:
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- $106,450.50 - $125,229.00/Year**Share**

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**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Fire Prevention Officer performs inspections, investigations, and enforcement under the authority of the Alberta Safety Codes Act. Fire prevention is technical and field operational work that includes inspections and enforcement of fire prevention regulations, fire investigations and public fire education. Duties involve various aspects of a comprehensive fire prevention delivery system aimed at reducing the loss of life and property to fire and mishap. Inspections of public buildings, plan review, fire safety planning, fire safety plan review, special event permits, public fire education, fire investigations and code enforcement are part of the Fire Prevention Officer’s role.

The Fire Prevention Officer exercises independence of action and judgement and works with considerable latitude in the interpretation of fire safety concepts and practices. Guidance is available from senior chief officers for technical problems and difficult enforcement situations. Work is evaluated by the Deputy Fire Chief and the Fire Chief through consultation, performance evaluation, reviews, and observation of results.

**Responsibilities**:

- Include:
- Conducts routine inspections of buildings and facilities as defined in the City of Fort Saskatchewan’s Quality Management Plan. (QMP)
- Inspects all structures, including dwelling units upon complaint, to ascertain and cause to be corrected, any conditions liable to cause fire, contribute to the spread of fire, interferes with fire operations, endangers life or safety.
- Researches, develops, and reviews Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines, operational policy and procedures, and bylaws.
- Coordinates and participates in home fire safety programs, emergency planning and general fire safety programs as required.
- Participates in the design, implementation and evaluation of programs conducted to instruct public fire safety.
- Prepares and maintains accurate records, reports and correspondence related to the activities of Fire Prevention.
- Conducts inspections of flammable and combustible liquids and gases storage facilities and regulates their protection requirements.
- Evaluates and inspects hazardous material processes and operations to ensure fire safety requirements are met.
- Inspects and evaluates fire protection equipment and fire alarm systems in accordance with relevant codes and standards.
- Investigates fire scenes to determine origin and cause. Prepares information and case preparation for the laying of charges in cases of arson and code violations.
- Consults building owners and occupants and participates in fire emergency evacuation plans and fire drills.
- Assists platoons in conducting fire safety inspections and coordinates with the Platoon Chiefs in the delivery of platoon fire prevention activities.
- Assist as required with developing operational budget requests and business cases.

**Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary diploma or degree related to business or applied technologies and sciences is required.
- Certificate of Competency as Safety Codes Officer Level II or higher. (Fire)
- Ability to obtain an appointment as Designated Officer and a Bylaw Officer under the Municipal Government Act.
- NFPA 1001- Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, Level 1
- NFPA 1001 - Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, Level 2
- NFPA 1031 - Fire Inspector
- NFPA 1033 - Fire Investigator
- NFPA 1035 - Public Educator is an asset
- ICS 100
- ICS 200
- ICS 300
- Alberta Safety Code Council, Safety Codes Officer Fire, Group A
- Alberta Safety Code Council, Safety Codes Officer Fire, Inspector Group B, Level 2.
- Alberta Safety Code Council, Safety Codes Officer Fire, Investigator Group C, Level 1.
- Alberta Safety Code Council, Safety Codes Officer Fire, Investigator Group C, Level 2
- Current first Aid with CPR & AED
- Alberta Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operators License
- A health evaluation (medical evaluation) will be required upon hire. A current 5-year drivers abstract, and a Police Security Clearance with a Vulnerable Sector Check is required at time of interview.

Fort Saskatchewan, home to more than 27,000 people, is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta Region 4, just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The City of Fort Saskatchewan proudly manages recreation, culture and historic amenities including a performing arts theatre and a fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the historic 1875 - 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in the heart of downtown. Located on


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