Training Officer

The Township is seeking a Training Officer who will be responsible for the planning, development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of training programs for the Fire Department, ensuring all operational, legislative and safety requirements are met. A detailed job description of this full-time position is available on the Township website www.selwyntownship.ca.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience in the Fire Service and holds the NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1& 2, NFPA 1072/472 Hazardous Materials Operations Level and must be able to attain a minimum NFPA 1002 Pump Operations, NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I, NFPA 1035 Public Fire & Life Safety Educator 1, NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer and NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor 1 & 2 certifications. A valid Class “D” license with “Z” endorsement and certification in first aid, CPR, defibrillation and oxygen therapy is also required.

Candidates must have knowledge of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Ontario Fire Code, Provincial Offences Act, and applicable municipal by-laws, as well as proven and demonstrated knowledge of modern methods, techniques, and theories used in firefighting and firefighting training.

Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief, this person will be expected to supervise or direct the work of others with respect to fire training and education, while using initiative and good judgment in carrying out the duties of the position. The person must be flexible, adaptable and possess excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Excellent presentation skills are a must. The person requires superior customer service skills and must act professionally in providing service to the public. Good knowledge in the use of personal computers, word processing and data software, is also required to fulfil the requirements of the position.

The 2026 salary range for this position is $32.60 - $39.67 per hour based on a 40-hour work week.