Public education officer, fire
City of Mississauga’s Department of City Manager’s Office is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Public education officer, fire. City of Mississauga’s Department of City Manager’s Office oversees municipal governance and strategic planning for urban development, infrastructure, and community engagement. It provides essential services and facilitates economic growth while ensuring sustainable and inclusive development. It aims to enhance quality of life through efficient administration and proactive leadership in municipal landscape. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Mississauga
Department: City Manager’s Office
Division: Fire Division
Section: Fire Prevention and Risk Reduction
Position: Public education officer, fire
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $65416.00 – $109026.06 yearly
Employment Type: Permanent
Non-Union/Union: Fire
Location: Mississauga, ON
Shift: 40 Hours/Week
Requisition ID: 25299
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have completion of post-secondary graduation from a university
Experience: Candidates should have one to three years of solid experience in the development and delivery of presentations, training, and public speaking
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be willing to take required training courses off-site and out of the City
- The candidates should have a general understanding of the operational aspects of fire protection and life safety systems, including fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, emergency lighting, fire pumps, smoke control measures, and hazardous materials handling
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess post-secondary graduation from technical, or community college in a related discipline (fire safety, adult education, early childhood education, a teaching degree), or an equivalent combination of education (including NFPA 1035 – Fire and Life Safety Educator Level 1) and experience
- The candidates should have experience and training in media relations, marketing, and sales
- The candidates should demonstrate the ability to research, develop, coordinate, and deliver Fire or Life Safety education programs utilizing the principles of adult education through various techniques and methods of delivery
- The candidates should possess a general working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, NFPA, ULC, CSA, and other applicable codes, standards, and regulations related to fire protection
- The candidates should commit to becoming qualified in NFPA 1035 Public Fire and Life Safety Educator I and NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector Level I within one (1) year of service and provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively
- The candidates should possess a valid Ontario Driver’s Licence (minimum Class G) with a satisfactory driving record and be willing to use their own vehicle mileage allowance
- The candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, internal, and external clients
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to deliver educational programs and activities to target groups identified in the comprehensive risk assessment
- The candidates should be able to create and deliver department-approved targeted public education programs and activities for the target group and others requesting public education services
- The candidates should be able to coordinate and facilitate departmental involvement in TAPP-C (The Arson Prevention Program-Children)
- The candidates should be able to recommend the creation of new educational programs and activities where
- The candidates should be able to establish and/or maintain an excellent and productive working relationship with, but not limited to: Boards of Education, private schools, members of community groups, members of culturally diverse groups, Fire Suppression personnel
- The candidates should be able to assist with fire evacuation planning and drills and participate in community functions to promote fire or life safety
- The candidates should be able to attend career fairs to promote the fire service as a career
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!