Assistant Deputy Chief

The City of Red Deer•Red Deer, AB

10h•CA$131,010 - CA$163,763•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Deputy Chief (ADC) is directly responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day functions of their respective branches and sections within Red Deer Emergency Services. They oversee technical activities, personnel, recruiting, mentoring, staff development, budget, labor relations, health & safety, goal setting, procurement, asset tracking/lifecycle accountability of equipment, and overall administration of the division as directed by the Deputy Chief. As a member of the Chief Officer Team, the ADC inspires and supports a shared vision for the future of Red Deer Emergency Services in a climate of accountability. They assist in developing long-range plans to ensure services are integrated and aligned with the goals and priorities of The City of Red Deer. The ADC provides advice, support, and assistance with all aspects of the RDES Accreditation process. They work in partnership with Council, community groups, and the media, while forming and maintaining collaborative partnerships with other organizations and agencies in the community, and also contributing as a staff member of The City of Red Deer.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year certificate or diploma in Fire Service Administration Management, or a related field.
A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in emergency services delivery, must include supervisory experience.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
Articulate and well-developed presentation skills.
Strong listening skills.
Clear and precise communication style and utmost respect for confidentiality.
Ability to create and sustain shared commitment to key issues pertinent to Red Deer Emergency Services.
Ability to coach/mentor staff and business leaders to understand the bigger picture and work collegially to define and deliver key business solutions / results.
Ability to think strategically and translate vision into action.
Creative and innovative in seeking new revenue sources, partnerships and new ways of delivering sustainable services.
Ability to support, embrace and champion initiatives mandates within the organization.
Ability to help others within the organization understand what an initiative means to them and gain buy-in from those resisting change.
Ability to maintain enthusiasm, vision and commitment throughout the change process.
Able to lead multi-function teams and maintain a sense of success for all parties.
Comprehensive knowledge of current fire suppression, firefighting techniques, fire codes and standards.
Understands and has working knowledge of the principles of risk management, legal issues and liability management.
Can lead and command effectively in emergency situations.
Strong working knowledge of budgeting, variance analysis and how operations impact the financial aspects of the business.
Understand that narrative information and qualitative factors need to be included with financial figures in order to add value to financial analysis reports used for management and decision-making purposes.
Able to build rapport with various stakeholders to coordinate activities.
Cognizant of the development of staff and will utilize a collaborative approach to getting the work done.
Politically astute yet not political – able to gain the trust of fellow Red Deer Emergency Services employees and the public.
Direct and coordinate a multidisciplinary staff in firefighting, fire prevention, and fire service activities.
Able to counsel, motivate and provide leadership to department personnel and promote and maintain a positive workplace.
Demonstrates a proactive approach to resolve issues prior to conflicts arising.
Establish relationships and work cooperatively with City Council, Corporate Leadership Team, Operational Leadership Team, employees and the public.
Highly organized and proficient problem-solving skills.
Understands the workings of municipal government, structure and culture in order to deliver performance and customer value.
Strategically and systemically evaluates the impacts of decisions on projected needs and prospective services.
Will be able to demonstrate judgment from a broad perspective – will have a keen understanding of Municipal Fire Administration.
Ability to change gears quickly, manage heavy workloads and tight deadlines and assess and make appropriate recommendation both internally and externally.
Prioritize tasks accordingly with ability to see the big picture and deliver results.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Fire Dispatch – Q certified considered an asset.
Qualified Fire Officer Level II (NFPA 1021) considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the day-to-day functions of respective branches and sections.
Oversee technical activities, personnel, recruiting, mentoring, and staff development.
Manage budget, labor relations, health & safety, goal setting, procurement, and asset tracking/lifecycle accountability of equipment.
Provide overall administration of the division as directed by the Deputy Chief.
Inspire and support a shared vision for the future of Red Deer Emergency Services.
Assist in developing long-range plans for service integration and alignment with City goals.
Provide advice, support, and assistance with the RDES Accreditation process.
Work in partnership with Council, community groups, and the media.
Form and maintain collaborative partnerships with other organizations and agencies.
Hire, coach, manage performance, and oversee scheduling, discipline, and safety of staff.
Plan, implement, and improve branch programs, ensuring compliance and effectiveness.
Control budgets, staffing, contracts, equipment, and overall resource allocation.
Handle employee relations, grievances, negotiations, and act as a liaison with HR.
Serve as On-Call Chief Officer, support incident response, and provide strategic advice to senior leadership.
Provide day-to-day leadership of the Fire Suppression branch and its Platoon Chiefs and staff.
Lead the design, development, and implementation of emergency medical services operating procedures.
Analyze external stakeholder requirements related to emergency medical services delivery.
Lead in the design, implementation, and review of the department Business Continuity Plan.
Identify and maintain compliance with standards, including department accreditations, Fire Underwriters, and legislated requirements.
Manage department OH&S, disability management, and department and corporate Safety Committees.
Oversee the 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Branch, including staff and technology.
Ensure effective delivery of public safety communication services, focusing on call processing time and Quality Assurance.
Ensure operational performance requirements of the branch meet or exceed contract terms.
Analyze and identify liability and risk issues arising from services provided by the 9-1-1 ECC.
Ensure the back-up 9-1-1 centre is prepared for activation.
Provide input and guidance to prioritize training initiatives based on life safety, legal, legislated, and mandatory department requirements.
Assist with strategic planning related to training programs, learning & development processes, course implementation, and program review.
Oversee the activities of the Chief Training Officer and the Fire Training Facility.
Collaborate in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training branch courses and programs.
Oversee the activities of the Fire Marshal and Fire Prevention Branch, providing day-to-day guidance.
Ensure compliance with administrative codes, laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures related to community safety.
Oversee the responsibility of ensuring compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP) within the Fire Prevention Bureau.
Plan community services/safety programs in prevention, inspections, licensing, education, regulation, financial revenues, investigations, and partnerships.