Overview
The Fire Services Operations Coordinator is responsible for leading the County wide fire service standardization relating to training development, operational readiness, FireSmart initiatives, and logistical functions across all Woodlands County Fire Stations.
The position serves as the central resource for training, standards, and operational best practices, working collaboratively with Station Chiefs, Station Officers, Firefighters, Administrative Staff, and external stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement while respecting the operational autonomy of the individual stations.
This position does not hold command authority over Stations Chiefs/Officers and is not responsible for direct station management. The role provides functional leadership and technical expertise related to training, standards development, documentation, and efficiency as delegated by the Manager of Protective Services.
Duties
· Coordinate the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of the County wide Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs).
· Consult with Fire Services Station Chiefs on matters relating to operational consistency, collaboration, continuous improvement.
· Maintain a centralized repository of Fire Services policies, procedures, guidelines, and operational documentation.
· Identify operational best practices, required training delivery, equipment specifications, and service levels across various stations, and provide recommendations to the Manager of Protective Services.
· Coordinate the development and training of common operational standards that support efficiencies while recognizing local station requirements and service demands.
· Develop and maintain standardized reporting processes, forms, records, and performance measures with recognition of the uniqueness of each individual station.
· Research emerging fire service trends, standards and best practices and recommend improvements where appropriate.
· Coordinate and support the implementation of the County FireSmart initiatives in conjunction with the Regional Fire Smart Coordinator.
· Complete Service Requests and Work Orders for Fire Services assets within the asset management software. Process all Fire Department requests and work orders while monitoring for accuracy, completeness, and timely closure to support effective asset maintenance and operational reliability.
· Collaborate with the asset management team to ensure asset inventory is kept current, maintenance and inspection schedules are completed on Fire Services assets.
· Provide expertise and recommendations for life cycle events, maintenance requirements, and condition assessment criteria on Fire Services assets.
· Support the asset management department to ensure asset inventory is kept current and maintenance and inspection schedules are completed on Fire Services assets.
Requirements
· Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience within a municipal, volunteer, composite, or combination fire service environment.
· NFPA 1001 Level I & II – Structural Firefighter.
· NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I and II, or equivalent supervisory and leadership training.
· NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor I and II.
· NFPA 1140 Wildland Fire Training
· Basic Emergency Management (BEM) certification or equivalent.
· Incident Command System (ICS) 100 and 200.
· Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating fire service training programs, curriculum, or competency-based training systems.
· Demonstrated experience developing, reviewing, or implementing Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs), policies, procedures, or operational standards.
· Experience coordinating projects, committees, or working groups involving multiple stakeholders.
· Strong written communication skills with experience preparing reports, recommendations, procedures, and operational documentation.
· Valid Alberta Class 3 Driver's License.
· Standard First Aid/CPR Level C with AED or equivalent.
Pay: $79,950.00-$104,316.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
