The Role The Chief Fire Prevention Officer provides operational leadership and supervision of the Fire Prevention Division for Kingston Fire & Rescue. The role is responsible for promoting and enforcing fire safety regulations as set out in applicable provincial legislation including the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and the Ontario Fire Code. The position oversees inspection, enforcement, investigation and community fire safety education programs and exercises delegated authority as Chief Fire Official as directed by the Fire Chief.

The Chief Fire Prevention

Officer also collaborates with internal and external interest holders to support community risk reduction initiatives, development review and fire safety planning across the municipality.

To qualify, you'll need...

Possess a post-secondary degree or diploma in Fire Protection Technology, Fire Prevention and/or Public Education, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

3–5 years of Fire Prevention experience within a municipal fire service, preferably including 2–3 years of supervisory experience.

Possess NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator Certification.

Possess NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector, Levels I and II Certification.

Possess NFPA 1035 Public Fire and Life Safety Educator Level II and Public Information Officer Certification.

NFPA 921 Fire and Explosion Investigations Certification considered an asset.

Understanding of up-to-date fire service principles and practices, including relevant legislation, regulations, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines.

Knowledge of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act (FPPA), Ontario Fire Code (OFC), Ontario Building Code (OBC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, and Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal directives.





Understanding of Community Risk Reduction programs and demonstrated ability to develop and implement fire prevention and education programs.

Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations applicable to this work.

Possess a current and valid minimum Level C CPR Certificate issued prior to the date of application submission.

Possess a current and valid minimum Standard First Aid Certificate issued no more than one year prior to the date of application submission.

Strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including public presentations and media interaction.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the public, developers, businesses, government agencies and internal staff.

Strong written and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish effective working relationships and provide quality customer service.

Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including walking, lifting and attending fire scenes; wear personal protective equipment (including but not limited to SCBA and/or respirators); and bend, crawl and climb ladders/scaffolding while conducting inspections.

Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions.

Willingness and ability to work in adverse conditions, including inclement weather.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Must possess a valid Class G driver’s license or above (or equivalent for out-of-province applicants), together with a driver’s abstract deemed acceptable to the City of Kingston.

Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CPIC), including Vulnerable Sector Search.

📌 Chief Fire Prevention Officer (Kingston)
🏢 City of Kingston
📍 Kingston