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QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in Business Administration, Public Safety or related fields and a minimum of five years of experience at an officer level in the fire service, or fire service experience with an equivalent combination of education and managerial experience.
• The following NFPA qualifications will be considered an asset: NFPA 1021 (Level III or higher).
• The following additional training and certification is considered an asset: Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation, Executive Fire Officer (EFO), training in the Ontario Incident Management System – IMS 200 or higher.
• Must possess a valid Class “G” Ontario Drivers Licence.
• Criminal Reference Check will be required as a condition of employment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in modern fire services and all applicable legislation, codes, standards and regulations with an in-depth understanding of the area’s programs and services and how the work of the area aligns with the objectives of the London Fire Department.
• Demonstrated operational expertise in suppression as well as managing large, complex fire scenes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of emergency incident management and mitigation techniques in disaster response, fire suppression, emergency medical and hazardous materials.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills; experience analyzing data and metrics to support decision making, projects and initiatives.
• Demonstrated successful experience in a people leadership role; positive and proactive leadership capabilities, adept at leading a group of employees, contracted services and consultants; demonstrated commitment to developing high performance teams.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire the people they lead through productive and honest dialogue, with personal integrity and actions.
• Ability to be a trusted advisor and/or advocate in sensitive and/or emotionally charged situations.
• Demonstrated perseverance and resilience in addressing challenges and emergent issues.
• Experience in conducting investigation and demonstrated ability to produce accurate documentation.
• Experience in financial management and demonstrated fiscal responsibility.
• Proven commitment to the safety of employees with knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations as it relates to the position.
• Ability to provide a high level of attention to detail, make sense of data and solve problems.
• Ability to understand the importance of service delivery; develop and implement initiatives that support the area’s customers in a timely and effective way.
• Ability to skillfully communicate to a wide and varied audience and effectively influence outcomes; political acumen to identify and manage issues.
• Proven ability to establish purposeful relationships and work effectively within all levels of the corporation, with the business community and the general public.
• Focused analytical and strategic thinking and issue resolution skills, combined with a commitment to innovation and collaboration.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, and related software and database applications.

Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief, Operations is a member of the London Fire Department’s (LFD) senior management team and fire leadership team and is accountable and responsible for all aspects of the portfolio assigned by the Fire Chief. As a systems thinker, the Deputy Fire Chief, Operations will lead the development and execution of strategic goals and objectives which are aligned with those of City Council and LFD. The Deputy Fire Chief, Operations will demonstrate exemplary leadership qualities in managing and directing personnel and will work collaboratively with all members of LFD to deliver efficient and effective service.