Area Fire Manager
RS5 Resource Technician 5
Regular/full-time 
Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship
Parks and Regional Services
Bissett MB, Snow Lake MB
Advertisement Number: 31030
Salary(s):  RS5 $50,191.00 - $60,146.00 per year
Closing Date: January 31, 2016
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to .
During operational season (approximately May to September) incumbents are required to report to work on site in Bissett and Snow Lake. During the remainder of the year work locations may be negotiated to be based within the Eastern region and the Northwest region respectively.

Introduction
The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Conditions of Employment:
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Qualifications:
 
Conditions of Employment:
 
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License
  • Must be willing and able to work evenings, weekends and overtime as required
  • Must be willing and able to travel throughout the Province of Manitoba as required, and capable of flying frequently in a wide variety of small aircrafts in adverse weather conditions
  • Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned to the position including lifting equipment weighing up to 65 lbs
  • Required to work on site in Bissett and Snow Lake during the operational season for approximately 5 months. Accommodations can be provided during this term at these locations at Department rates. The remainder of the year the work locations maybe negotiated to be based within the Eastern region and Northwest region
  • Graduation from an accredited Resource/Environmental Management Program, including experience working in a wildland fire program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
 
Qualifications:
 
  • Supervisory experience including performance management, training and development
  • Training and experience in wildfire management including: safe work practices, wildfire suppression, coordination, and preparedness and detection activities
  • Strong leadership skills including the ability to resolve conflict, mentor, coach and motivate others in a team environment
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
  • Demonstrated initiative with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Effective written communication skills
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize and organize changing workloads and demands
  • Budget management experience in a corporate or government setting
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and Outlook) or similar software applications
 
Desired:
 
  • Knowledge in the interpretation and application of legislation, policy, and procedures as it relates to wildfire
Duties:
This position is responsible for overseeing the day to day delivery of pre-suppression and wildland fire suppression activities within the preapproved parameters of wildfire management programs for the Department for the assigned Fire Zone. Duties and responsibilities include:  cost effective delivery of the Wildfire control programs and activities including: pre-suppression, suppression, and prevention; all associated wildfire administration duties, accountable for the effective, efficient deployment, leadership, motivation, training and equipping of initial attack and other support staff; recruitment and selection, performance management and supervision; conformance with department policies, procedures, guidelines, direction and legislation requirements, and accountable for ensuring an effective risk management program and Workplace Safety and Health legislation requirements are met.

During the fall and winter season, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the development and delivery of key Wildfire program objectives such as training, prevention, Fire Smart, equipment management, and safety programs at the regional and provincial levels. The incumbent may also be required to assist at the regional level with other programs to meet department priorities.
Apply Now:
Advertisement # 31030
300-305 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J7
Phone:  204-945-1149
Fax: 204-948-2193
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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