Deputy Fire Chief Emergency Operations

Location: Outer Nunavut (Iqaluit)

Lead emergency operations with the City of Iqaluit as Deputy Fire Chief, using incident command and fire service leadership experience.
This experienced Deputy Fire Chief supports the Department of Emergency Services through leadership, operations, communications, and emergency response. The position oversees fire suppression, ambulance and dispatch operations, staff supervision, code enforcement, and operational readiness. It also supports public education, records management, and emergency planning in a northern municipal setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead fire, rescue, ambulance, and medical emergency operations
Serve as Incident Commander or Safety Officer when required
Supervise officers, dispatchers, career, and volunteer members
Enforce fire codes, legislation, bylaws, and safety requirements
Coordinate inspections, public education, and community safety initiatives
Requirements:
NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II certification
EMR and Firefighter I and II with Hazmat Operations
Seven to ten years of progressive Incident Commander experience
Three years of operational and financial management experience
Valid Class 3 licence with Air Brake Endorsement
Apply emergency leadership, incident command, supervision, and fire prevention expertise as Deputy Fire Chief in Iqaluit.