Part-Time Prevention Officer

The AKRC requires a Part-Time Fire Prevention Officer to serve the five Member bands comprising of seven communities.

Reports to: Director of Operations

Duties

• Assess, identify, and recommend to First Nations’ Councils and Fire Chief the performance, the equipment, and the training needs of each community’s volunteer fire department.
• Provide and/or deliver approved training to the First Nations’ volunteer fire departments relating to structural firefighting and fire prevention.
• Maintain adequate training materials and records of training provided.
• Develop a fire prevention education program for delivery to each First Nation community and local education authorities.
• Document and identify any potential fire hazards in or around the communities.
• Assist First Nations in developing and/or updating community Emergency Disaster plans.
• Conduct fire and life safety inspections.
• Performs public relations.
• Reviews and assists in building plans for compliance with relevant Codes and Standards
• Conducts and assists HRSDC inspections of new or renovated public buildings.
• Maintain professional competency.
• Assist in proposals to acquire fire protection/prevention equipment for communities.
• Represent the AKRC as a board member for the Health and Safety.
• Conduct ACRS (asset condition reporting system ) in the communities and advise on maintenance andhealth and safety repairs as they pertain to Fire Prevention.

Deliver Programs

• Fire safety poster contests for schools
• Fire extinguisher training
• Fire safety inspections
• Fire investigations
• Fire prevention material distribution

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12
• Completion of a college program in fire protection technology, fire science or a related field is preferred
• Firefighting and emergency medical care training certifications
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Must be a team player and able to take direction
• Experience as a volunteer firefighter is considered an asset
• Working knowledge of Ontario legislation, regulations, and/or requirements. (ESA, OHSA, OHRC, building, fire codes etc.)

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to drive on winter ice roads to access remote communities.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s license in good standing.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Standard First Aid, CPR Level C, and automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications.
• Must provide proof of two COVID vaccination shots.
• A pleasure boat operator license would be an asset but not required.

Please send a cover letter and resume along with three references (including the last place of employment.