Job Order Detail

Description

Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for the Weyburn Fire Department;
-Assist with adequate record system for the operation of the department, prepare payroll for all firefighting, training and weekend stand-by;
-Investigate fires and prepare city and provincial fire reports;     
-Prepare monthly and annual reports for council;
Maintain a training program which is equivalent to NFPA 1001;     
-Maintain a sound Fire Prevention Program;
-Maintain a Fire Inspection Program related to the appropriate Fire Code;
-Assist in conducting and ensuring an appropriate fire inspections and investigations process are in place and active when required;
-Enforce all rules and regulations as set out in provincial OH&S and City of Weyburn safety regulations;     
-Performing the duties of the Fire Chief in their absence;
-Keep well-informed of fire technology by being a member of the Canadian and provincial associations of fire chiefs, meeting with other fire chiefs and attending applicable courses and seminars; and
-Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
-Graduation from a recognized University in Public -Administration, Public Safety Administration or related field.
-Fire College graduate at an advanced level.
-Certificate/diploma in Fire Services, Fire -----Sciences or Emergency Services Management preferred.
-Valid Standard First Aid Certificate with CPR.
-Must hold a Class 3 drivers with A endorsement and provide a drivers abstract.

Education:
-Five (5) years in operations of fire and rescue services.
-Five (5) years in supervisory and leadership capacity within Municipal fire service.