Fire Chief

City of Grand Forks
Fire Chief

Department: Emergency Services
Position Type: Full Time Regular, Exempt
Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 Year
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
The City of Grand Forks is looking to add a key member to their leadership team. This is an incredible opportunity for a motivated individual to lead a composite department comprised of full-time Chief Officers and over 40 dedicated, committed, and highly motivated volunteer firefighters.
Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, this position is responsible for overall operation of Grand Forks Fire/Rescue, a full-service department providing fire suppression and prevention, medical response, and rescue services in a variety of disciplines.
The ideal candidate has a combination of education, training and experience in the fire service covering both administration and operations, combined with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Chief Officer or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This person brings demonstrated leadership and relationship building skills; considerable knowledge of fireground operations, fire prevention, and training; dealing with personnel in a volunteer environment, and a well-rounded understanding of local government legislation, codes, and practices.
A complete job description is available on the City’s website at www.grandforks.ca
Using the subject line “Fire Chief”, please submit your resume and cover letter, in confidence, to Duncan Redfearn, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Grand Forks, 7217-4th Street (PO Box 220), Grand Forks, BC, V0H 1H0, or by e-mail: corporate@grandforks.ca
Cover letters and detailed resumes, including references, will be accepted until 2:00 pm on Friday, March 8, 2024.
The City of Grand Forks appreciates the interest and effort of all applicants in applying for this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The City of Grand Forks is looking to add a key member to their leadership team. This is an incredible opportunity for a motivated individual to lead a composite department comprised of full-time Chief Officers and over 40 dedicated, committed, and highly motivated volunteer firefighters.
Grand Forks is known for its Okanagan weather and Kootenay lifestyle. We are a small community of friendly yet engaged citizens situated in a sunny river valley surrounded by mountains and lakes. There are opportunities for a diverse range of winter and summer outdoor recreation opportunities. From a small kid-friendly ski hill and accessible bike trails to extreme downhill biking, skiing, and backcountry adventure. Enjoy the food security delivered by the growing agricultural sector in the valley or the warmest tree-lined lake in Canada. We’ve got the weather, we’ve got the food, we’ve got the fun. What are you waiting for!
Corporation of the City of Grand Forks
PO Box 220
7217-4th Street
Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0
250-442-8266
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