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Posted on December 17, 2024 by Employer details City of Langley
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Deputy Fire ChiefLangley Citylangleycity.caPosting DateDec 2024LocationLangley, BCSalary Range (CAD)$159,111-$173,865Applicationsinfo@hwest.caOrganizational ProfileThe City of Langley (Langley City) respectfully acknowledges the traditional unceded territory of the q?ic??y? (Katzie), qw? ?:n?? ?? n? (Kwantlen), Mathxwí (Matsqui), and SEMYOME (Semiahmoo) First Nations.Langley City is an urban centre in the heart of the Lower Mainland economic region. With a population of over 33,000 and a vision to be ?The Place to Be?, Langley City offers residents the amenities of a major urban centre, amongst a vibrant and dynamic community. The current city vision focuses on four cornerstones: Community, Connected, Experiences, and Interaction, each designed to support Langley City to grow, develop, and thrive in response to resident needs and draw new vitality to the region with the arrival of Skytrain in the near future. As a pillar of the Langley City services, Fire Rescue Service provides 24/7 emergency response across fire and medical emergency needs within the City?s boundaries. In addition, the Fire Rescue Service has a dedicated public education and fire prevention program, conducts fire and life safety inspections, and works in collaboration across City functions to advance integrated community safety and services.About the RoleReporting to the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief assists the Fire Chief in planning, organizing, coordinating and directing the operations of the Fire Department, including fire suppression and related emergency services. This position ensures the department operates effectively within Council-approved policies, municipal bylaws, and community expectations. The Deputy Fire Chief exercises significant independent judgment and decision-making while executing responsibilities aligned with department policies, plans, and objectives. Direct reports to this role include career Firefighters and Fire Prevention Officers.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, forward-thinking leader in Fire Services with a proven record of progressively responsible roles within the Fire Department. The preferred candidate will bring demonstrated leadership experience with a successful record in strategic planning, operations and administration. The Deputy Fire Chief position requires post-secondary education in business administration or a related discipline, specifically a diploma or Certificate program in Local Government Administration, Fire Service Management or equivalent. This position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a consultative approach and effective management style.The salary for this exempt position is $159,111-$173,865, supplemented by a competitive total compensation plan. This position works on a schedule of four-days-on followed by three-days-off and participates in the duty call-out rotation within the Department on scheduled work shifts.Contact DetailsShould you be interested in learning more about this unique opportunity with the City, please contact Harbour West Consulting at 604-998-4032 or forward your resume, a letter of introduction and the names and contact information for three references, in confidence, to info@hwest.ca.Diversity, Equity + Inclusion: Harbour West Consulting believes equity, diversity and inclusion are essential for the organizations we serve to achieve the business goals they strive for. We believe that everyone - no matter their gender, racialized identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, political beliefs, family status, socioeconomic status, citizenship status, or Indigenous status - should have equitable access to jobs and opportunities. We strive to ensure the recruitment process unfolds in a fair, transparent, timely and open manner to include individuals previously underrepresented or discouraged from participating. ApplicationsLetter of introduction and resume via email to us at info@hwest.ca- LocationLangley, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$159,111YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #100228
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