Fire Operations Officer

**Fire Operations Officer - Open Until Filled**:
RS4 Resource Technician 4

Regular/full-time

Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources

Manitoba Wildfire Service, Wildfire and Enforcement

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 43348

Salary(s): RS4 $54,240.00 - $66,574.00 per year

Closing Date: September 22, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An Eligibility List will be established and may be used for similar positions that become available over the next 12 months.

Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources' Wildfire Service is responsible for the prevention, detection and suppression of wildfires. The program manages all human and equipment resources needed for fighting wildfires in the province. Staff monitor weather patterns, lightning strikes, soil moisture and forest conditions to determine the probability and location of wildfires.

If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career, this is a great opportunity to join our team.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, a health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Conditions of Employment:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must be willing and able to work extended hours, including scheduled weekends and overtime as required.
- Must be willing and able to travel periodically throughout Manitoba.
- Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 driver's licence without restrictions.

Qualifications:
**Essential**:

- Diploma in a Resource Management discipline with experience in wildfire management or an equivalent combination of related education, training and experience.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.

**Desired**:

- Knowledge of Fire Management organizational structure and related operational systems, and administrative financial reporting requirements.
- Knowledge of wildfire suppression techniques, related equipment including aircraft types and uses.

**Duties**:
The Fire Operations Officer is responsible for providing operational support in the development of guidelines, procedures and policy, equipment and acquisition and financial record keeping on a year round basis. The Fire Operations Officer also provides operational support relative to the operation and maintenance of the Fire Operations Centre. The incumbent will also provide intelligence duties, such as monitoring, analyzing and displaying fire intelligence data to provide for sound, efficient, and cost-effective decisions on the acquisition and deployment of costly fire suppression resources, including manpower, equipment, and aircraft.
- Advertisement # 43348
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resource Services
- 600-259 Portage Avenue
- Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
- Phone: 204-945-7518
- Fax: 204-945-0601

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