- Employment Type Labour Service (seasonal)
- Salary Range 30.329 - 38.009
- Hours of Work C- SGEU Regulated 37.33- one day off every three weeks
- Workplace Diversity Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in Diversity Groups below.
- Diversity Groups Members of a visible minority group
- Diversity Groups Women in underrepresented roles
- Occupation Code GFF
- Grade SGEU.08.
- Organization 537 Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency
- Number of Openings 1

About Us

The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, solid communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.

About the Team

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is a Treasury Board Crown responsible for provincial emergency management, along with SaskAlert, fire safety, wildfire management and Saskatchewan's 911 emergency dispatching services. SPSA’s mission is to safeguard and protect the people, property and resources of Saskatchewan through partnerships, coordinated planning, education, prevention, mitigation, response and recovery. With a fleet of specialized aircraft, equipment, personnel and bases across the province, SPSA responds to emergencies and disasters from the air, on the ground and behind the scenes. As home of the Fire Commissioner,



the SPSA also assists communities in compliance with the National Fire Code through investigations conducted by designated inspectors/peace officers.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Opportunity:

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is seeking a results-oriented, dynamic and motivated individual for the position of a seasonal Fire Base Supervisor at the La Ronge Protection Base.

Responsibilities

- Plan and prepare protection area fire plans.
- Assist in developing daily wildland fire suppression plans by assessing fire indices, ignition sources, and values at risk.
- Issue and monitor burn notifications and perform fire suppression activities within the Protection Area, remote areas, and out-of-province/country assignments.
- Provide advice and collaborate with local governments, municipalities, and industry on fire risk assessment, risk management, and fuel management plan development.
- Perform administrative functions including ordering and maintaining food, equipment, and commissary; scheduling crews; and making purchases to operate and maintain the protection base.
- Manage a diverse group of employees to achieve organizational goals and maintain effective operations.
- Exchange clear and accurate information with staff, stakeholders, and partners.
- Deliver and facilitate public presentations and training programs.




- Compose technical documents such as fire reports, fire plans, burn plans, and probationary reviews in a timely and concise manner.
- Operate and travel in small fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, boats, and ATVs.
- Procure supplies for the Protection Area as needed.
- Prioritize work demands and meet deadlines.
- Contribute to park and recreation site development and maintenance as required.

Qualifications

Job Capabilities:

In this leadership and supervisory role, we are seeking someone who:

- Holds themselves and others accountable for delivering on work expectations.
- Demonstrates innovation and supports their team to identify, iterate, and implement new solutions.
- Brings people together in a collaborative manner and builds relationships that deliver desired outcomes.
- Is inclusive, promotes, supports, and enables belonging, encourages diversity, and values all contributions.
- Is adaptable, anticipates the impact of change, models agility, and supports their team through ambiguity.
- Is outcomes-focused, enables their team to meet or exceed established goals, and balances longer term objectives with tactical execution.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

- Experience in large or multiple fire management in supervisory role supplemented with extensive and progressive wildland fire training.
- Good radio communication skills and good computer use skills would be considered assets.
- The completion of Grade 12 would be an asset.

Job Skills:

- Critical Thinking (Level A)
- Digital Skills (Level A)
- Interacting with Others (Level B)
- Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)
- Managing Self (Level A)<

📌 Fire Base Supervisor (La Ronge)
🏢 Saskatchewan
📍 La Ronge