Lead fire protection and emergency management for the Town of Ladysmith on Vancouver Island, overseeing operations, response, and community safety services.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this senior municipal leader directs fire, rescue, bylaw enforcement, and emergency management. The position oversees the Deputy Fire Chief, Bylaw Compliance staff, and Paid-On-Call Firefighters. It combines strategic leadership with active departmental operations across office and field settings.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead fire protection, prevention, inspection, and emergency response programs
Oversee Deputy Fire Chief, Bylaw Compliance staff, and firefighters
Direct emergency planning and community safety initiatives
Manage bylaw compliance activities and departmental operations




Respond actively to fires and emergency incidents

Requirements:
Relevant undergraduate degree in fire service or public administration
Seven years’ progressive protective services leadership experience
Required NFPA, Wildland Firefighting, ICS 300, and First Responder credentials
Residence in the response area and diverse-hours availability
Valid British Columbia Class 3 Driver’s Licence

Apply fire service leadership, emergency planning, and operational oversight as Ladysmith’s Fire Chief and Manager of Protective Services.

📌 Fire Chief Protective Services Manager Ladysmith
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📍 Ladysmith