Deputy Fire Chief, Operations and Professional Standards

Opportunity

Barrie Fire and Emergency Service (BFES) is a team of dedicated professionals delivering a vast array of emergency services to the citizens, businesses, and visitors to Barrie. Originally organized in 1844, BFES has become one of the most respected fire services in Ontario, providing high-level service in fire inspection/code enforcement, fire protection, technical rescue, training, communications, origin and cause investigations, and emergency management planning.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Emergency Services (Fire Chief), the Deputy directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Operations Branch within BFES, including fire suppression, tiered medical, technical rescues, and related services. The Deputy ensures the safety of people, property, and responders in fire and other emergency events. The Deputy coordinates activities with other branches, departments and outside agencies and p...