Fire Chief – Resort Municipality of Whistler – Whistler, BC

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is a one-of-a-kind community and was recognized this year as the number one mountain and ski resort destination in North America. It has a thriving four-season festivals and events calendar, and is rapidly becoming a centre for cultural tourism. Whistler was the Host Mountain Resort for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Financially sound and responsive to an engaged mayor and council, this is a high performance municipal organization serving a community that hosts more than two million visitors each year. As an economic generator of over one billion dollars annually, Whistler is key to British Columbia’s tourism economy.

Whistler Fire Rescue Service offers a unique opportunity in the position of Fire Chief beginning mid-August, 2015. Reporting to the General Manager of Corporate and Community Services, the Chief will organize and command firefighting operations and other emergency situations as well as supervise the overall administration and operation of the Fire Rescue Service. The Chief provides the Resort Municipality of Whistler with a comprehensive and cost effective fire service/emergency response program. A high degree of independent judgment, action and initiative is required for this role.

Qualified candidates will have a degree in leadership, public administration, business administration and/or a fire services diploma or have a combination of equivalent education and experience. Qualified candidates will also have a minimum of 5-10 years of experience in the fire service or public safety sector at a Senior Management level. Additional training in emergency management coordination, public safety and/or fire prevention will be considered an asset. Working knowledge of public safety and/or fire and emergency management practices and applicable legislation, related regulations, practices, policies and procedures is ideal.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong leadership skills, be a visionary leader and results oriented. The candidate will have superior ability to communicate effectively and concisely, verbally and written; and have the capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and members of the public.

Additionally, strong problem solving, decision making and conflict resolution skills are essential.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter by email to hr@whistler.ca or complete our online application form available at www.whistler.ca/careers
Quote posting No. 33-15 | Deadline for applications is Sunday, June 7, 2015
We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates
selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is committed to being an equal opportunity employer
who embraces and respects diversity.

         

Location: Whistler, BC
Profession(s): Fire & Rescue Services
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 3:01:52 PM (PST)
Posting Expires: Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 4:30:00 PM (PST)

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