fire prevention officer
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FireSmart Representative
Posted on April 17, 2024
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District of Elkford
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The wild?s calling?dare to answer! We?re on the lookout for an adventurous spirit to add to our herd:FireSmart RepresentativeThis two-year exempt contract position offers mountainous opportunities, with the possibility of extension past the initial two-year contract term. Your typical week is 35 hours, Monday to Friday with an optional Earned Day Off (EDO) schedule. Per the District?s Exempt Staff Policy, the negotiable annual pay range for this position is $64,763 to $76,191 plus ten per cent in lieu of benefits. If you hear the mountains calling, then we want to hear from you! A full description of this opportunity is attached. THE COMMUNITYFrom Sparwood, follow Highway 43 north until the road ends?and the wilderness begins. A hidden gem of the East Kootenay, Elkford is a high-altitude Rocky Mountain municipality that calls to the wild at heart and adventurous in spirit. Without a traffic light or big-box store in sight, Elkford?s rugged mountain ranges, iconic Canadian wildlife and untamed wilderness are truly an outdoor enthusiast?s dream come true.Wilderness has always been at the core of Elkford?s identity. Built in 1971, as a homestead for mining industry workers and their families, Elkford has grown to boast the amenities, recreation facilities and luxuries of a much larger city centre. This idyllic mountain hamlet currently provides over 2,700 residents with postcard-perfect views, beautifully maintained community parks, a nine-hole golf course, hiking and mountain biking trails, a stunning ski hill, world-class fishing, emerald lakes and endless backcountry to explore. THE OPPORTUNITYUnder the general direction of the Director of Fire and Emergency Services (Fire Chief) or Deputy Director of Fire and Emergency Services (Deputy Fire Chief) in the absence of the Director, the FireSmart Representative actively promotes the FireSmart message throughout the community and coordinated community resiliency initiative program on behalf of the District; coordinates with the provincial FireSmart program; develops communication material related to FireSmart activities throughout the District of Elkford; develops and delivers community awareness campaigns within the community; assists with various other activities within the Elkford Fire Department including responding to emergencies, development of short- and long-term plans; ensures that all records are maintained for incidents and other departmental data as required. The FireSmart Representative is an effective team member whose contributions assist in the achievement of the Department and organizational objectives. Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume in confidence, on or before 4 p.m. local time on May 7, 2024, to:District of ElkfordAttention: Director of Corporate Services744 Fording DriveP.O. Box 340, Elkford, B.C., V0B 1H0Fax: 250.865.4001 · Email: careers@elkford.ca We thank all interested individuals for their applications for this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Full Job Description
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LocationElkford, BC
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Salary$64,763YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Term or contractFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CivicJobs.ca
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Advertised until
2024-05-07
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