JOB SUMMARY

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for managing the day-to-day business and coordination centre operations at Wildfire Defence Systems Canada (WDS Canada) and will report to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The GM will be responsible for the daily operational tasks related to WDS Canada and interactions with client and/or vendor visits.

The GM will be responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing projects within the desired budget, timeline and scope, effectively monitoring and presenting project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients or project team members. The position requires constant collaboration with internal teams, both within WDS Canada and Wildfire Defense Systems (WDS) personnel. The ideal candidate maintains a positive attitude and professional manner and able to work in a fast-paced working environment.

CLOSING: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

START DATE: Anticipated start date July 7, 2025.

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General Manager Canada Job Description 5.20.2025

This leadership and management position is primarily administrative including logistics, planning, and coordination in nature (primary mission 85%) that provides leadership, training, supply/resource management. This position ensures a positive and professional culture must be sustained and ensure all employees live up to the Wildfire Defence Systems’ (WDS) performance standards of Safety, Mission, and People.

Secondary duties include being responsible for the safe coordination of WDS resources with Incident Management Teams (IMT) and Incident Command Teams (ICT) while relaying information to the WDS Fire Watch Office and/or the assigned Insurance Response Commander (IRC).

During periods of significant wildfire activity, you may deploy to an Incident Command Post (ICP) to serve as the senior WDS representative to the Incident Commander’s staff and if necessary, provide incident management guidance for WDS and Alliance resources.

This position works directly for the General Manager during normal operating hours. When assigned to an incident you will fill a position within the WDS incident management chain of command.

Business Administration and Management (Primary Mission 85%): This position is the first level of Field Services Division management responsible for the administration of WDS business. The administrative duties include the management of business operations and decision making, the efficient organization of resources to direct activities toward established WDS goals and objectives. The Employee is responsible for ensuring daily administrative tasks are completed in a timely fashion.

CLOSES: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

START DATE: The anticipated start date is July 7, 2025

APPLY: To apply please CLICK HERE

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Business Operations & Battalion Supervisor Job Description 5.20.2025

A WUIB is responsible for supervising and performing tactical assignments of a single resource assigned to them (i.e. engine operations and site preparation activities) during the pre-impingement, impingement and post-impingement phases of an incident. This also includes providing reports on work progress and resource status and maintaining work records on assigned apparatus and personnel. The WUIB may report to a WUI Strike Team or Task Force Leader (WUIL) or the WUI Branch Director, a Division, or a Group Supervisor, depending on the organizational structure of an incident.

Reporting to the Fire Chief, this grant funded position is primarily responsible to lead the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Team in support of wildfire response across Alberta, which includes WUI deployment and training. The work performed includes collaborating with Alberta Wildfire, the Alberta Emergency Management Agency, and the Province of Alberta. Additionally, during the off-season, this position will also respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents at Kananaskis Improvement District (KID) and any municipalities or regions with which KID has an agreement.
This position, based on qualifications, can participate in promoting public safety by taking part in activities to educate the public about fire prevention; complete documentation related to inspection activities of equipment and emergency vehicle maintenance; and completes regular training and delivery of fire suppression, rescue, and emergency operations.

This position will comply with KID’s Occupational Health & Safety Program and operate in compliance with all of KID’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Policies, and Directives.

Additionally, this position will be key in maintaining high morale and operational readiness of the WUI Team.

Job Type: Full Time / 2-Year Contract
Employer Contact: Brittany Derricott, CAO
Salary Range: $36.50 – $41.50 per hour (commensurate with experience)

Vacation pay will be 6% on each paycheck as incurred and any vacation time taken will be
unpaid.

CLOSES: June 6, 2025 at 1630 MST

APPLY: Applicants are advised to provide information in their cover letter and resume that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Candidates are required to apply for a job by e-mailing a cover letter, resume, and any other required certification/documentation in one PDF file to

[email protected].

References may be requested before a job offer is extended.

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WUI Crew Boss JD – May 27 2025

WUI Crew Member (WUIM)

A crew member is responsible for performing tactical assignments during the preimpingement, impingement and post-impingement phases. They must be proficient in engine operations and site preparation activities (i.e. sprinkler setup, pumps, hose deployment, and triage). The WUIM reports to a WUI Crew Boss (WUIB).

Reporting to the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Crew Boss, this grant funded position is responsible for WUI events. In the off season, employees will perform structure protection, fire suppression, rescue, dangerous goods control, fire service training, and fire prevention. This position will participate in Kananaskis Improvement District’s (KID) Health & Safety Program and operate in compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Policies, and Directives.

Job Type: Full Time / 2-Year Contract
Employer Contact: Brittany Derricott, CAO
Salary Range: $31.50/hour
Vacation pay will be 4% on each paycheck as incurred and any vacation time taken will be
unpaid.

CLOSING DATE: June 6, 2025 at 1630 MST

APPLY: How To Apply Applicants are advised to provide information in their cover letter and resume that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Candidates are required to apply for a job by e-mailing a cover letter, resume, and any other required certification/documentation in one PDF file to: [email protected].

References may be requested before a job offer is extended.

For a complete job description with all requirements please use the following link:

WUI Crew Member – May 27 2025

As the Deputy Fire Chief, you “Take Care of Banff” by ensuring response, on-site command and training achieve continued outstanding fire prevention, mitigation and response. These accountabilities are combined with support of fire prevention and mitigation through Firefighter training, public education, commercial inspections and other priorities to reduce community risk from all hazards.

The Town of Banff’s fire department has a reputation and proven track record of outstanding fire prevention and protection. This role is a cornerstone of the delivery of protective services to the community of Banff and its surrounding areas. You work with the Fire Chief on initiatives and implementation of short-term response tactics and long-range emergency management strategies.

Your role provides primary response to all incidents while working within a composite department complimented by Paid-On-Call firefighters. You work collaboratively with the Fire Prevention Officer, the Training Coordinator and the Fire Smart Coordinator to perpetuate the Town of Banff’s fire departments reputation and proven track record of outstanding fire prevention and protection.

Your ability to adapt learning styles to individual and group effectiveness is practiced in past experiences. You are comfortable facilitating sessions, in a training capacity, and by engaging groups and partners in the delivery, collection and summation of information on actions and projects.

CLOSES: June 9, 2025 

APPLY:  Please submit your cover letter and resume to

Email: [email protected]
Mail: Town of Banff, Box 1260, Banff, AB, T1L 1A1
Drop off: 110 Bear Street

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2025-Deputy Fire Chief- Job Posting