DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF - External (25-064)- Closes Aug 5/25

Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.

The Role:

Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief performs administrative and supervisory work as a Fire Department Chief Officer.  The Deputy Fire Chief assists the Fire Chief in the organization, planning and direction of all Fire Department services.

This role is subject to a residency requirement as this position will be expected to support the duty officer rotation for the City of Campbell River.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including a salary of $168,920.40, group benefits and defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous vacation package – 6 weeks in 1st year, 7 weeks in 2nd year.
• Relocation assistance provided. 
• Make a tangible impact in your community.
• Work with a dynamic and supportive management team.
• Strengthen leadership skills and help build community partnerships. 

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum two (2) year diploma from a recognized post-secondary educational institution in the areas of fire science, public administration, leadership, human resources, and/or other related areas. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• NFPA 1002 – Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator.
• NFPA 1021 – Fire Officer level 3.
• NFPA 1041– Instructor Level II.
• NFPA 1072 – Technician level.
• Emergency Medical First Responder (FR) or higher.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 1 or 3 BC driver’s license with Air Brake Endorsement and produce and maintain a clean driver’s abstract, as per City policy.
• Evidence of continuous training and personal development.
• Ten (10) years of broad and extensive experience in firefighting, including incident command, fire suppression, prevention, code enforcement, medical response, rescue and hazardous materials incidents.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience in incident command, fire suppression, prevention, code enforcement, first responder, rescue, and hazardous materials incidents.
• Proven record of relationship building with diverse internal and external groups.

Deputy Fire Chief - Job Description

Posting closing date: August 5, 2025

Posting Number: 25-064

Before you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.  You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.

Questions? Email [email protected]