Fire Prevention Officer (#25-40)

Parkland County, AB, Canada
Full Time
Mid Level
Join a team that prioritizes public service, where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community.  Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, fostering a collaborative environment across departments to improve efficiency and innovation.   With a solution-focused mindset, we approach challenges with resilience.  Parkland County is committed to respect, working to uphold transparency, inclusion, and accountability in all decision-making.  With a focus on safety, we create a supportive and safe environment for employees and the public.  If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic and caring organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Parkland County has an opportunity for a permanent, full-time Fire Prevention Officer position in the Fire Services department. Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief, Training, the Fire Prevention Officer is responsible for the operational delivery of the Fire Quality Management Plan. The Fire Prevention Officer leads the life safety program and coordinates a team of paid-on-call Safety Codes Officers to conduct preliminary plan and document reviews prior to development/permit approval, inspects businesses for their compliance with the National Fire Code (Alberta Edition) requirements, and investigate reportable fires. This position is responsible for ensuring the completion of written inspection and investigation reports and data entry in the Fire Services records management system. The Fire Prevention Officer additionally acts as a key liaison to industry, the public and County staff. This position will provide emergency response services, act in an assigned role with the Parkland County Incident Management Team and perform other duties as required. This position may act as the on-call duty officer supporting fire operations on a rotational basis, as required.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • A combination of education and experience in Fire Services operations and fully certified with the following: Safety Codes Officer – Fire Group B2, C2, NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter II, NFPA 1002 Apparatus Operator (Pump), Blue Card Command IC Certification.
  • NFPA 1042 Fire Service Instructor I, FI-210 Wildfire Cause and Origin Investigation, and ICS 300 certifications are considered an asset.
  • A minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of Comprehensive knowledge of the National Fire Code (Alberta Edition) and related codes, standards, and regulations.
  • A minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of comprehensive knowledge of Alberta’s Safety Codes System and related acts, regulations, and legislated processes.
  • Ability to write technical reports, issue Orders, Refusals, and Variances in accordance with the Safety Codes Act.
  • Demonstrated ability to be professional, self-motivated, and can work independently in a team environment, and have excellent coordination, work scheduling, and time management skills.
  • The ability to provide leadership and guidance to small teams of staff, both full-time and paid on call, in the completion of technical duties.
  • Current Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Check is required prior to the start of employment, completed at employee’s expense.
  • Possession of a valid class 3 with air brakes driver’s license and satisfactory commercial driving record.
  • Standard First Aid Level C and CPR.  
The total rewards package for this position includes:
A starting annual salary of $90,500 to $97,900 with a maximum earning potential for this pay range of $ 114,500, based on a 40-hour work week and option to join the Earned Day Off Program.

In addition, extended health and dental benefits, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid sick time, three (3) weeks vacation a year with your birthday off, flexible work arrangements allowing remote work options (based on position’s needs), and personal days are offered. Our organization offers access to physical fitness including an employee on site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a mental health committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities. Visit our careers page to view the complete Total Rewards Package for this position!

Additional Information
Interested Candidates are Invited to Apply Online at parklandcounty.com/Careers by Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
The work location for this position is the Acheson Fire Station, 11350 – 274 St. Acheson, AB  T7X 2P9.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at [email protected].


 
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