Deputy Fire Marshal - Jobs in Iqaluit, NU

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Community:IqaluitReference number:14-507327Type of employment:IndeterminateUnion Status:This position is included in the Nunavut Employees UnionSalary:$107,718 to $122,265 per year, 37.5 hours/weekNorthern Allowance:$15,016 per yearSubsidized staff housing availableClosing Date:Friday, August 12, 2022 - 11:59pmThis employment opportunity is open to all applicants.The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2021. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.Reporting to the Fire Marshal, the Deputy Fire Marshal is responsible for the effective implementation of fire safety and fire prevention within structures and properties within Nunavut. The Deputy Fire Marshal assists in providing information, advice and guidance to owners, occupants, employers, employees, contractors, architects, engineers and the general public as to the requirements of the Nunavut Fire Safety Act and Regulations. The Deputy Fire Marshal will assist clients to facilitate the highest standard of fire and life safety within structures and properties. In conjunction with the Fire Marshal, the Deputy Fire Marshal ensures that inspections in structures and properties are carried out to verify that fire and life safety measures are provided to at least the minimum standard. The Deputy Fire Marshal will assist the Fire Marshal in ensuring that an investigation is to occur in the event of any fire or explosion to determine the cause, origin and contributing factors. The Deputy Fire Marshal is responsible for verifying that the development of educational materials and the delivery of training meet the goals of the Fire Safety Act.The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through five (5) years’ experience in the fire service as a Fire Officer or Manager along with the following certifications from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or ProBoard: NFPA 1021 – Level 1, Fire Officer; NFPA 1001 – Level 2, Fire Fighter Professional Qualification; NFPA 1031 – Level 2, Fire Inspector; NFPA – 1033 Fire Investigator or NFPA 921 – Fire Explosion Investigator; NFPA 1035 – Level 1, Fire and Life Safety Educator and NFPA 1041 – Level 2, Fire Service Instructor. A Class three (3) Driver’s License with Air Brake Certification or equivalent is required. NFPA 1002 – Fire Apparaus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications will be considered an asset. This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to gnhr@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce, therefore priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.

Contact:Department of Human Resources (Iqaluit)Government of NunavutP.O. Box 1000, Station 430 Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 0H0Phone: 867-975-6222Toll Free: 1-888-668-9993Fax: 867-975-6220Email: gnhr@gov.nu.cawww.gov.nu.ca/public-jobsQuick Apply

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