Lead emergency services management as the Assistant Deputy Chief with Red Deer Emergency Services. This full-time position focuses on personnel oversight, budget management, and operational excellence.

As a vital part of the Chief Officer Team, the Assistant Deputy Chief oversees branch functions, including staff recruitment, training, and development. The role also involves strategic leadership, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective emergency response practices. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication, budgeting, and change management skills to foster cooperative relationships within the community.

Key Responsibilities:
• Hire, train, and supervise branch personnel
• Manage operational programs and ensure regulatory compliance
• Control budgets and allocate resources effectively




• Handle employee relations and grievances
• Serve as On-Call Chief Officer during emergencies

Requirements:
• Two-year certificate in Fire Service Administration Management
• Minimum eight years in emergency services, with supervisory experience
• Emergency Fire Dispatch – Q certification considered an asset
• Qualified Fire Officer Level II (NFPA 1021) preferred
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills

Drive leadership and operational success for emergency services in Red Deer through strategic thinking and effective management.
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📌 Assistant Deputy Fire Chief in Red Deer (Alberta)
🏢 City of Red Deer
📍 Alberta