Fire Chief

Posted on: Jun 16, 2025

Posted by: Foothills County

Summary

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Fire Chief

(Permanent, Full-Time)

Foothills County is currently accepting applications for the position of Fire Chief.

To view a full copy of this opportunity, please visit www.foothillscountyab.ca and click on Careers.

Candidates who meet the qualifications should submit their resumes and cover letters to the following address:

Human Resources
Foothills County
Box 5605, 309 Macleod Trail
High River, Alberta T1V 1M7

Email: opportunities@foothillscountyab.ca

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.

We appreciate all applicants’ interest; however, please be advised that only those selected for interviews will be notified. Additionally, the selected candidate will be subject to a criminal record check.

Key Responsibilities

The Fire Chief is responsible for directing and supervising all facets of the Foothills County Fire and Rescue Services while reporting to the Director of Community and Emergency Services or designate.

This role will oversee and manage the fire department, including the formulation of policies and procedures, public relations, training, and fire prevention and education. In addition to collaborating with the Director of Emergency Management and mutual aid partners, the Fire Chief contributes to the planning of disaster services for the county.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of ten years of experience in a leadership capacity while employed full-time in the fire service. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of fire inspections, the Alberta Fire and Building Codes, fire investigations (with a Level 1 Investigator certification or higher required), and budget formulation for capital and operating purchases.

Job Type

Full time

Employer Contact

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Salary Range

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Closing Date

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Posting ID: 32756

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