Division Chief of Training/Fire Inspector

As the most northerly township in the County of Simcoe, the Township of Tiny offers 70km of coastline along beautiful Georgian Bay. The municipality’s approximate population of 13,000 residents at least doubles in the summer as the region is a popular destination for both tourism and cottagers due to its beautiful waterfront areas and small-town appeal. 

The Township of Tiny is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Division Chief of Training/Fire Inspector. 

Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief, the Division Chief of Training/Fire Inspector oversees all aspects of training and development for the Fire and Emergency Services Department, including weekly, specialized, and emergency response training.  More specifically, this position is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of firefighter training programs. The Division Chief of Training/Fire Inspector works closely with department leadership, front line personnel, and external agencies to ensure the delivery of high-quality training that meets the evolving needs of the department. This position also requires acting as an Assistant to the Fire Marshal, under the provisions of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, and is responsible for conducting fire prevention inspections of all classes of building and occupancies and enforcing the Ontario Fire Code and other relevant legislation, statutes regulations and standards

Qualifications

The preferred candidate possesses the following: 

• Post-secondary education in the area of municipal fire protection considered to be an asset. 
• NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II Certification.
• NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor II Certification.
• NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I or the ability to obtain by July 1, 2026.
• Certification in the following firefighting competencies is required to deliver training: NFPA 1001 Firefighter I/II, NFPA 1002 Driver/Operator. NFPA 472/1072 Hazardous Materials to the Operations Level with mission specific skills found in chapter 6. NFPA 1006 certifications considered an asset. 
• 5 years of direct or related work experience, preferably in a municipal environment.
• Thorough and demonstrated knowledge of fire protection principles and practices, including emergency mitigation, fire prevention, training delivery, OFM/NFPA standards/guidelines, building construction, fire behaviour, incident management, and apparatus and equipment operation and maintenance. 
• Experience in managing emergency scenes and assessing individual and organizational effectiveness in both emergency and non-emergency activities.
• Well-developed analytical, communication, presentation, public/media relations, problem-solving, interpersonal, project/time management, management/supervisory and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to the values of professionalism, efficiency, empathy, sensitivity, cooperation and teamwork.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR BLS/HCP certificate or ability to obtain.
• Valid Ontario Class DZ licence and satisfactory Ontario driving abstract.
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Ability to manage multiple objectives and projects concurrently and perform duties in a fast-paced environment.
• CEMC designation would be an asset. 
• Computer literacy utilizing word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software, the Internet, as well as web and database entry skills.

Hours of Work 

35 hours per week 

Rate of Pay 

The Township of Tiny offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Pay Rate - $39.74 - $49.67 Per Hour (2024 rate, 2025 rate under review)

A detailed job description can be found here.