Fire Prevention Officer/Public Educator/Firefighter

Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Fire Prevention Officer/Public Educator/Firefighter is responsible for performing both operational firefighting duties and coordinating the activities of the Fire Prevention/Inspection and Public Education Divisions, including the supervision of staff assigned to enforce Fire Prevention Regulations of the Town and the Province of Ontario.

Public Education

• Co-ordinate the enforcement of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act (“FPPA”), Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, Municipal By-Laws, and all Federal and Provincial Statues and Regulations that relate to fire safety and education.
• Co-ordinate the promotion of fire prevention/education and safe lifestyles through educational programming for presentation in the community.
• Develop and co-ordinate public information releases and fire safety education programs and prepare and supervise the preparation of pamphlets, brochures, and materials for local distribution.

Inspection and Prevention

• Co-ordinate the examination of site plans, subdivision plans, building plans, fire protection, fire safety plans and life safety systems to ensure compliance.
• Co-ordinate the TAPP-C (The Arson Prevention Program for Children) program within Grand Valley Fire Department and regional partners.
• Receive, process, and follow-up on reports of fire prevention matters received from Fire Suppression Division staff.
• Ensure accuracy and completion of fire prevention inspection reports, follow-ups, investigations, and records management of associated documents; and issue notices and orders where required, keeping records of inspections.
• Participate in the preparation of the annual budget of the Fire Prevention & Public Education Division.
• Assist with the implementation of technology within the division to improve operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Co-ordinate investigations to determine cause, origin and where appropriate, request the Office of the Fire Marshal or other agencies to investigate.

Firefighting

• Perform all emergency scene duties including firefighting, forcible entry, search and rescue, carrying hoses, climbing ladders, hooking hoses up to hydrants, breaking through walls and ceilings, protecting those in danger due to a fire, overhaul, technical rescues, emergency medical treatment and CPR, hazardous materials scene support, property conservation, environmental conservation, and securing emergency scenes so that lives are protected, and property loss is minimized, and perform these activities in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

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