Assistant Deputy Chief

ABOUT US

The City of Spruce Grove is a fast growing, dynamic city committed to building and maintaining a fiscally responsible community that serves our residents, attracts visitors, and promotes future growth.
Through the “Values, We Live By”, of accountability, communication, leadership, integrity, and respect and work, play balance We are an organization that cares, an organization that is committed to our city and committed to you.
The City of Spruce Grove is committed to public service, where everyone feels empowered to contribute their best work. We believe that by working together in a spirit of collaboration and respect, we can achieve great things.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This position is responsible to support the Deputy Chief in managing the day to the day operations of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The incumbent assists the Deputy Chief in the planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing of EMS, Fire Suppression, Safety Operation, Training programs, and related services and activities. They will participate in making strategic decisions in budget management and development of the department strategic and operational plans, policies, procedures, regulations, and program objectives. This position reports to the Deputy Fire Chief.
The Salary Range for this position is $131,102.40 - 155,833.60.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fire Operations Management
- Provide technical and administrative assistance in respect to departmental and operational issues including the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Participate in making critical strategic decisions including budget management and the development of the department's strategic and operational plans and programs.
- Support in planning, coordinating, and directing day-to-day fire operations.
- Delegate operation authority as required and supervise where appropriate to ensure high quality service is achieved and maintained.
- Ensure training is well-planned and contributes to the development and maintenance of competencies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Fire Services.
- Remain current on bylaws, provincial legislation and court rulings impacting Fire Services.

Employee Relations and Supervisor Management
- Support and promote an atmosphere of continuous improvement, self-assessment, teamwork, and ensure the overall efficiency of fire services.
- Assist in managing the daily operations, setting goals and expectations for the team, making decisions regarding staffing matters, stressing the importance of teamwork, and ensuring overall efficiency.
- Provide a high level of coaching, training, and mentoring to section staff in the achievement of their goals and projects While ensuring alignment with the City of Spruce Grove's Strategic and Corporate Plans, as well as the “Values, We Live By”.
- Provide direction and assistance to employees on various HR related matters such as conflict resolution, policy interpretation, etc.
- Participate in the Employee Performance Review Process and in Employee Relations issues including performance management, grievances, and arbitrations, as required.
- Participate and maintain confidentiality in matters related to Labour Relations Management activities and participate in the collective bargaining process, as required. - Communicate changes in the City's HR Policies and Procedures and ensure that proper compliance is applied.
- Participate in the hiring process, as required.
- Responsible for reporting safety as well as near miss incidents.

Customer Relations and Partnership Building
- Act as chair and/or participating member of various boards, committees (including labour management, health and safety, and corporate culture), either within Fire Services, The City of Spruce Grove, and/or related partners.
- Build and maintain relationships and communication links with other City business units, customers, partners, and the public, including fostering of relationships with the various union officials.
- Build relationships with community agencies and organizations to increase our capacity to support the community in obtaining needed resources and provide exceptional programming standards.
- Receive and investigate complaints on the delivery of departmental services and ensure appropriate actions or responses are provided.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Proof of a Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Fire Administration, Public Administration, Business Management and/or Health Services Administration or equivalent.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of related experience, including a minimum of five (5) years of practical experience as a Firefighter.
- Ability to understand and adhere to City policies, procedures and/or standards.
- Contribute to a positive safety culture by acting in a safe manner at all times and complying with City safety policies and procedures.
- Strong leadership ability, demonstrated sound work ethic,