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The wild’s calling…dare to answer! We’re on the lookout for an adventurous spirit to add to our herd:
FireSmart Representative
This two-year exempt contract position offers mountainous opportunities, with the possibility of extension past the initial two-year contract term. Your typical week is 35 hours, Monday to Friday with an optional Earned Day Off (EDO) schedule. Per the District’s Exempt Staff Policy, the negotiable annual pay range for this position is $64,763 to $76,191 plus ten per cent in lieu of benefits. If you hear the mountains calling, then we want to hear from you! A full description of this opportunity is attached.
THE COMMUNITY
From Sparwood, follow Highway 43 north until the road ends—and the wilderness begins. A hidden gem of the East Kootenay, Elkford is a high-altitude Rocky Mountain municipality that calls to the wild at heart and adventurous in spirit. Without a traffic light or big-box store in sight, Elkford’s rugged mountain ranges, iconic Canadian wildlife and untamed wilderness are truly an outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true.
Wilderness has always been at the core of Elkford’s identity. Built in 1971, as a homestead for mining industry workers and their families, Elkford has grown to boast the amenities, recreation facilities and luxuries of a much larger city centre. This idyllic mountain hamlet currently provides over 2,700 residents with postcard-perfect views, beautifully maintained community parks, a nine-hole golf course, hiking and mountain biking trails, a stunning ski hill, world-class fishing, emerald lakes and endless backcountry to explore.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Under the general direction of the Director of Fire and Emergency Services (Fire Chief) or Deputy Director of Fire and Emergency Services (Deputy Fire Chief) in the absence of the Director, the FireSmart Representative actively promotes the FireSmart message throughout the community and coordinated community resiliency initiative program on behalf of the District; coordinates with the provincial FireSmart program; develops communication material related to FireSmart activities throughout the District of Elkford; develops and delivers community awareness campaigns within the community; assists with various other activities within the Elkford Fire Department including responding to emergencies, development of short- and long-term plans; ensures that all records are maintained for incidents and other departmental data as required. The FireSmart Representative is an effective team member whose contributions assist in the achievement of the Department and organizational objectives.
Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume in confidence, on or before 4 p.m. local time on May 7, 2024, to:
District of Elkford
Attention: Director of Corporate Services
744 Fording Drive
P.O. Box 340, Elkford, B.C., V0B 1H0
Fax: 250.865.4001 · Email: [email protected]
We thank all interested individuals for their applications for this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Full Job Description
Employment Length: Temporary
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Rate: $64,763.00 to $76,191.00 Year
