Company Description
As the largest aggregator of structured risk information and property data in Canada, Opta Information Intelligence is a leading provider of property intelligence and innovative technology solutions. Combined with proprietary technology, Opta helps clients access, understand, and synthesize previously inaccessible information, turning it into intelligence that helps to discover and understand business risks. Opta initially began as the Canadian Fire Underwriters’ Association (CFUA) in 1883.
Job Description
Fire Protection Specialist (FPS-1) is a supervised position that is responsible for learning and applying a national standardized methodology for determining the levels of public fire protection in relation to the levels of risk within a community/municipality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an engineering/engineering technologist program or other quantitative field, related degree, or equivalent experience.
• Ideally 2 years work experience. Further graduate studies and co-op experience also considered.
• Data analytics experience
• Basic GIS concept knowledge
• Understanding of database concepts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group
  

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Additional Information
We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies!
At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.
Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.
But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.
It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.
At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do.
At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fifth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce. Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.
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• Collect and aggregate data related to levels of risk and fire protection. This includes building stock, GIS data, fire department response capacity, water system infrastructure. This data is collected using a web-based application and through on-site surveys of communities.
• Complete fire flow calculations and ensure adequate documentation is maintained and processes tracked including GIS spatial recording.
• Use the Classification Standard for Public Fire Protection (CSPFP) to determine Public Fire Protection Classifications (PFPC) and Dwelling Protection Grades (DPG) for communities. Maintain documentation and records of calculations in a standardized process.
• Process data and Grades to the GIS database following standardized procedures.
• Respond to client queries using GIS systems and other aggregated datasets.
• Assist senior fire protection specialists in the evaluation of larger communities.
• Participate in consulting studies for municipalities.
• Speak and communicate with municipal officials (including fire and rescue service providers) in a professional manner.
• Being able to perform data analysis for custom reports.
• Participate in procedure, standard and process development.