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Job Description - Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Rescue Operations and Training (51615)Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Rescue Operations and TrainingJob Number: 51615The Role:At Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS), we are dedicated to safeguarding lives, property and the environment, making our city a safer and more livable place for all Edmontonians. As a progressive department, we strive for service excellence and aspire to be a trailblazer in safety, training, physical and mental health support, and development opportunities for our 1300+ employees.Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief of Fire Rescue Operations and Training will be responsible for strategizing and overseeing fire rescue services delivery to over 1M Edmontonians while fostering a working culture of innovation, engagement, collaboration and respect. The Deputy Fire Chief is a senior executive position and an essential competency is an ability to build relationships and a belief that diversity of ideas, experiences and approaches is key to building the safest and most effective service for EFRS and the public it serves.What will you do?Strategically lead Fire Rescue Operations and ensure front line services and operations are delivered effectively and aligned with the vision of the Fire Chief and the City of Edmonton.Oversee the risk management of Fire Suppression Event Response, Medical Event Response, Rescue Event Response, Hazardous Materials Event Response, Regional Mutual Aid Response and Specialty Operations.Oversee training design and delivery for the Fire Service.Develop long-term strategies for Fire Rescue Operations including identifying key performance indicators to measure success.Lead and collaborate with section Assistant Deputy Chiefs in ensuring the development and successful implementation of short-term strategies and day-to-day operational programs in Fire Rescue Operations consistent with long-range objectives.Collaborate with the Deputy Fire Chief of Community Safety & Risk and the Deputy Fire Chief of Administration to support the Fire Chief in the design and implementation of the strategic direction for EFRS as a whole.Lead and manage change, build organizational talent and capacity, and achieve organizational outcomes.Provide excellent leadership through: development and coaching, performance evaluation and feedback, health and wellness, safety, recruitment and succession planning.Liaise with other leaders within EFRS and the City and external agencies to facilitate collaborative relationships.Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all EFRS staff and relevant bargaining agent staff to foster effective problem solving and innovation.Budget planning and reporting; including analyzing, interpreting and developing financial reports and annual budget for Fire Rescue Operations.Keep current with advances in business practices, technology and technical information to ensure the best value for services is delivered. Collaborate and liaise with partners.Qualifications :Advanced knowledge, training and/or education in Business Administration, Public Administration, Fire Science or a related field.Experience in senior leadership role(s) within a large, complex organization managing a large diverse team in the delivery of emergency services.Experience in a unionized environment working with Collective Bargaining Agreements.An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.Skills required for success:Ability to facilitate groups with competing interests and priorities.Strategic thinker to address large, complex issues to manage projects while steering dynamically.Ability to cultivate strong relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders, fostering collaboration, trust, and mutual respect.Agile leader that is able to anticipate opportunities and influence enterprise-wide policy planning and initiatives.Actively demonstrate the values and behaviours supportive of equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.Ability to collaborate and build trust, obtain input, understanding, and participation from the team.Ability to create a work culture capable of developing and maintaining a high performing team.Strong political acumen, strategic planning, issue resolution and decision-making skills.Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same.Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the Citys six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator.Conditions of Employment and Work Environment:1 permanent, full-time position.Hours of Work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite.Salary: (Annually) $138,064.00 - $172,581.00.Hire is dependent on a Criminal Information Check that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton. There may be a cost associated with this requirement.The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact . Learn more about our benefits here. Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.Talent Acquisition Consultant: JM/MZEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation. #J-18808-Ljbffr