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FIRE PROTECTION ADVISER
Organization:
Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services
Division:
Office of the Fire Marshal / Fire Protection Services
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Code:
05700 - Fire Services Advisor 1
Salary:
$1,330.80 - $1,625.75 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Consider this unique career opportunity! Enjoy a great level of independence while being a front-line representative of a very important organization:
Your fire protection and safety expertise are sought by the Office of the Fire Marshal to monitor fire protection services and provide support to municipalities.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this challenging position, your role will include:
• Analyzing issues and trends associated with municipal fire protection and safety
• Liaising with other ministries and agencies such as municipalities, professional organizations, police services personnel, emergency responders, aboriginal organizations and stakeholders in emergency and non-emergency situations
• Advising on the application of relevant legislation
• Making recommendations to improve fire service programs
• Providing coaching, mentoring and training
• Conducting problem-solving, conflict resolution and continuous improvement
• Supporting projects and initiatives
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• The successful candidate will be expected to work from a home office and will receive a monthly allowance for their office. The candidate will be expected to report to a regional office at times
• You must be able to travel within Ontario and work unconventional hours (i.e. a flexible schedule that will include some evening meetings, as well as work on Holidays and weekends)
• You must have a minimum valid driver's licence class of “G” or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario
Knowledge of Fire Protection and Prevention
• You have knowledge of all areas of fire protection
• You have proven understanding of municipal fire service delivery systems and practices
• You are able to interpret and apply legislation, including the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997 and other relevant legislation, standards and codes
Demonstrated Consultation, Oral Communication, and Negotiation Skills
• You have proven oral communication and consultation skills to provide effective guidance and advice to stakeholders
• You have effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills to mediate disputes and resolve problems
• You have demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders and officials
Program Management, Evaluation, and Other Essential Skills
• You have proven research and analytical skills to evaluate program effectiveness, assess risks, and to gather information
• You have well developed problem-solving skills and are able to recommend effective solutions
• You have proven written communication and computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and email
• You have project and time management skills to prioritize, plan and manage competing day-to-day demands
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent, Z4 / R4, Arnprior, East Region, Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) Screening Requirement
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
4
Category:
Inspections and Investigations
Posted on:
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Note:
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory criminal reference check prior to the commencement of employment.
- E-SL-59707/13
All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.
Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, January 10, 2014 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.
