FIRE CAPTAIN – Big Lakes County

by | Jan 29, 2025 | Career Opportunities

FIRE CAPTAIN
Permanent Full Time

Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief or designate the Fire Captain will assist in overseeing fire activities, ensuring effective firefighting and rescue operations within the County. The role requires a positive attitude, community focus, strong communication skills, sound judgment, a commitment to public service and ethical standards. The captain’s main focus will be on prevention and operations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Promote fire prevention across the Region through public appearances, Fire Smart and public education programs.

Act as the Emergency Management Coordinator.

Deliver fire services and command emergency scenes, including evaluating the situation, developing and implementing strategies and tactics, and directing emergency personnel and resources to safely and efficiently resolve incidents.

Collect relevant incident information and complete all applicable incident documentation for database entry.

When designated, oversee personnel, apparatus, equipment, and property at emergency scenes, ensuring strict adherence to the service’s Standard Operating Guidelines.

Provide leadership training and mentorship to subordinate officers and senior firefighter positions.

Oversee the post-incident maintenance and orderliness of the fire station, ensuring the upkeep and operational readiness of all emergency equipment and apparatus.

Collaborate with fire service members and County employees on fire safety, training, and emergency response matters.

Provide direction to firefighters regarding effective training techniques and emergency operations.

Offer timely assistance and guidance for varied customer concerns.

Organize, direct, and execute training for personnel on firefighting and rescue techniques and the use of emergency response equipment.

Oversee the general upkeep and organization of the Fire Service, including maintenance and operation of all emergency equipment and apparatus.

Perform other related duties as required or as responsibilities necessitate.

CLOSES: This posting will remain open until such time a suitable candidate is found. 

APPLY:

Submit Cover Letter and Resume, Including References to:
Eunice McCauley, Human Resources
Big Lakes County, Box 239, High Prairie, AB T0G 1E0
Phone: 780-523-5955
[email protected]

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Fire Captain 2025

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