Professional Standards Specialist

2 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Professional Standards Specialist to join our team at Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency. This is a permanent, full-time position that will play a critical role in developing and implementing training programs for Fire Prevention staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and deliver training programs for Fire Prevention personnel, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively.
  • Conduct research and stay up-to-date with codes and standards, operational practices, and industry best practices related to Fire Prevention.
  • Review and recommend changes to established policies, standard operating procedures, and guidelines to ensure they are current and effective.
  • Represent HRM on various committees and associations as required, promoting the interests of the Fire Prevention Division.
  • Maintain accurate records of all activities, including training delivery, research, and policy reviews.
  • Prepare and submit reports on a timely basis, detailing training activities, research findings, and policy recommendations.
  • Develop minimum acceptability criteria for external testing and verification companies, and assess and validate individual staff as required.
  • Perform ongoing needs analysis to identify training gaps within the Division and develop training to address those gaps.
  • Create budgets for all costs associated with training and write detailed reports to justify expenditures.
  • Prepare training locations by ensuring instructors have the necessary tools, technical equipment, and resources to deliver courses effectively.
  • Oversee general administrative duties, including coordinating enrollment, scheduling class times and locations, and sending invitation information to trainees.
Requirements
  • Level 2 Fire Inspector Certification or Level 2 Building Official Diploma of Qualification, with the ability to obtain Level 2 Fire Inspector Certification.
  • Minimum eight (8) years' relevant experience administering the Fire Safety Act and Regulations, Building Code Act and Regulations, and/or related legislation.
  • Ability to demonstrate capacity and competency to inspect all buildings, structures, facilities, and occupancies as defined by the Nova Scotia Building Code and Nova Scotia Fire Code.
  • Valid Nova Scotia driver's license.
  • Considerable experience inspecting complex buildings, such as high-rise and industrial facilities, is considered an asset.
  • Certificate or degree in Adult Education is an asset.
  • Certificate or experience in eLearning instructional design is an asset.
Technical/Job-Specific Knowledge and Abilities
  • Detailed knowledge of the HRM Charter, Nova Scotia Building and Fire Codes, Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act, HRM By-laws M200, O109, F100, and B400.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of common law principles, including precedents resulting from Court and Regulatory Body decisions.
  • Knowledge of associated construction approval departments and agencies, as well as their related procedures and regulations.
  • Knowledge of business-related software and technology, including spreadsheets, databases, word processing, email, and other relevant tools.
Security Clearance Requirements

Applicants will be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Competencies
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Organization/Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Valuing Diversity
  • Communication
  • Conflict Management
  • Risk Management
  • Decision Making
  • Managing Change
  • Values & Ethics
  • Developing Others

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