County Fire Chief – Lacombe County

Lacombe County has a challenging opportunity for a qualified and experienced leader as the County Fire Chief. This position will be responsible for providing strong leadership to the partnering member Fire Departments (the Villages of Alix and Clive, the Towns of Bentley, Blackfalds and Eckville, and the City of Lacombe). Reporting to the Manager of Environmental & Protective Services, a primary role is the management of Fire Department personnel by planning and supporting the development of individual skills and helping others excel in their current or future job responsibilities.

The County Fire Chief provides administrative direction and leadership to Council, Administration and partnering member Fire Departments for all fire department functions, prepares the annual County Fire Service budget, provides support for partnering member departments’ emergency response activities, coordinates training opportunities for member departments and provides guidance with pre-incident planning and fire prevention activities.

What you will bring:
Proven ability to plan, lead and manage department administrative and management activities (several years of progressive management and supervisory experience preferred);
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Skilled at fostering effective working relationships with employees, community partners, the general public, etc.;
Completion of a Grade 12 diploma supplemented by relevant post-secondary education/additional certifications including the NFPA 1001 Level 2, Fire Instruction, Fire Inspection, Fire Investigation, First Aid, CPR, H2S, Defensive Driving, and Safety Codes Officer certification (or the ability to obtain);
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook);
Applicants must possess a valid Alberta Class 5 operator’s license;
This position is required to attend emergencies located throughout the County. Preference will be given to candidates who are willing to relocate within the area of Lacombe County.

Lacombe County is committed to protecting the health and safety of its employees and has a Substance Abuse Prevention Program Policy. This position is considered a safety/sensitive position. The successful applicant will undergo Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing.

What does Lacombe County have to offer?
We’re situated in between Edmonton and Calgary, in the midst of incredible landscapes, away from the stresses of the major cities, conveniently connected along the north / south highway corridor. We have several picturesque lakes, golf courses, campgrounds and bike trails that surround the area and a beautiful office that boasts views of the rich farm land and bright blue Alberta sky. This permanent full-time opportunity includes a comprehensive benefits package, a defined pension plan, professional development opportunities, and a superior work environment.
Please forward your resume, cover letter and salary expectations by 4pm September 5, 2017 to:

E-mail: hr@lacombecounty.com | Fax: 403.782.3820 | www.lacombecounty.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
Please note: All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada. This competition may remain open longer until a suitable candidate is found.

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