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**Scope: The Deputy Chief will work closely with the Career Officers, the POC compliment, and the Executive Director ofLLBMSS.**Responsibilities:Daily operational and administrative oversight of the staff and volunteer fire members.Work collaboratively with Parks Canada, community groups, and leaseholders.Follow administrative requirements and systems to meet operational and legal requirements.Organize and utilize members and contracted agencies effectively by maintaining appropriate levels of supervision and delegation whennecessary.Demonstrate strong interpersonal & communication skills, working cooperatively with members, partner agencies, town businesses andresidents.Comply with occupational health and safety requirements.Understand and work within the annual budget.Assist the Fire Chief in strategic planning and budget preparationRespond to emergency incidents, direct company tactics, strategies and tasks. Assume control of an incident by establishing a commandorganization. Formulate an action plan, communicate clearly and direct activities under extreme and dangerous conditions andcompressed time frames.Assist in development and review of Standard Operating Guidelines, review the allocation of operational apparatus and equipment andreview training programs and fire ground operations.Assist in response billings, and invoice monitoring as required.Ensure for proper operation, maintenance, testing, and housekeeping of all equipment and fire facilities.Complete training records and properly document training as required.Process monthly payroll(s) when necessary.Ensure employee files are up-to-date and compliant for audit purposes.Maintain confidential personnel records.Review employee files regularly.Establish and maintain good communication within the organization and with external agencies, both by email and in person.Knowledge, Skills and Personal Attributes:The incumbent must demonstrate the following:Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and related Fire Department softwareIndependent decision making and problem solvingEffective verbal, written and listening communicationAbility to work and accomplish tasks with little to no supervisionHaving strong communication, interpersonal skills and working relationshipsAbility to work well in a team environment as well with Senior Officers and Board MembersDemonstrated leadership and team building skillsManagement skills in strategic planning, organization, interpersonal, analytic and problem-solving, conflict resolutionPossess physical and mental agility and stamina to perform all functions requiredMust be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional mannerBe honest and trustworthyBe respectful of all staff and publicDemonstrate sound work ethicsAbility to work in a safe and practical mannerCertifications and Experience:The ideal candidate will be positive, trustworthy and knowledgeable, the potential candidate has:Completion of Post-Secondary education (Diploma or Degree in Emergency Service Administration ispreferred)NFPA credentials in support of Senior Officer level (NFPA 1001, 1002, 1021, 1041)5 years in a Fire Officer position in a municipal environment.ICS 300 (required). ICS 400 (preferred)Alberta College of Paramedics registered EMR/PCP/ACP an assetMember in good standing with a fire service organization [e.g. FIAA, AFCA]Currently hold Alberta class 4 licence with Q (air brake) endorsementClean RCMP Criminal Record check including Vulnerable SectorClean Drivers' Abstract (3 years)WHMIS Completion****