CFB Suffield Firefighters - Casuals

Duties
The position provides emergency response for fires, spills, disasters, and accidents, as well as rescue operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing medical care, conducting equipment inspections and maintenance, and participating in public education activities when not responding to emergencies.

Work environment
The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have long-term job satisfaction. The position works at a Base, Wing or Detachment and reports to a more senior Firefighter (FR) or military position. The technical subject matter knowledge for this position is gained through established occupational courses through a recognized/approved learning institution. Additional courses for Base, Wing, or Detachment specific needs or re-certification of recognized industry certificates along with frequent refresher training are also required to maintain theoretical knowledge and practical skill levels.

Intent of the process
We are establishing a pool of qualified candidates for casual employment to support our short-term staffing needs. This initiative is designed to ensure operational continuity and efficiency meanwhile providing access to casual employees on an "as and when required" basis. Casual employees may be called upon to:
• Fill temporary vacancies
• Cover staff absences
• Respond to urgent workload demands Assignments will be offered based on organizational needs and candidate availability. 📢 Please note that this pool will not be used to staff indeterminate or term positions.

Important messages
🛑 Applicants who have already been found qualified in process 24-DND-EA-CA-527004 do not need to submit a new application.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/assessment-accommodation-page/how-to-request-assessment-accommodation.html📢 How does this work?✅ Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team! Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply online.” 👍
✅ Step 2: Tell us about you! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.
✅ Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.▶ Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply online” to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date. ▶ Persons are entitled to participate in the process in the official language of their choice. ▶ A variety of assessment tools may be used. This may include application screening, interviews, reference checks, board knowledge, interactions with internal staff during the process, etc. ↪ Please note that your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies. ▶ Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. ▶ If at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049).

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Reliability Status security clearance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest. Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information:
https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html
https://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32627
https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/corporate/policies-standards/defence-administrative-orders-directives/7000-series/7021/7021-1-conflict-of-interest.html - The candidate must possess a valid Class 3 Provincial Driver’s license from the province of Alberta with Air Brakes Endorsement - Provide a copy of the provincial driving record (also know as Drivers abstract)- Be able to obtain and maintain a DND 404 driver’s license for the duration employment- Successful completion of the Federal Medical Evaluation- Successful completion of the Firefighter Pre-Entry Fitness Evaluation (FPFE)- Willing and able to travel for work and training purposes- Must meet and maintain the medical requirements of Health Canada in accordance with Treasury Board guidelines- Be willing and able to work atypical hours- Be willing and able to:
• Respond to emergency calls within a maximum of 45 minutes time
• Work in confined spaces
• Work at heights
• Work in hostile demanding environments
• Work while wearing encumbered protective clothing and breathing apparatus
• Manipulate, handle and transport heavy tools and equipment (as per the FPFE requirements)
• Work additional hours when needed
• Participate in the departmental physical and wellness program
• Complete the Firefighter Initial training Program (FITP) as required in the FMD 1004- Depending on the position being staffed, additional conditions of employment may be required. Notes: Candidates must meet and maintain the above condition of employment throughout their employment in this position.

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CERTIFICATIONS- First Aid & CPR: Valid and endorsed certification from a recognized service provider in standard/basic first aid and “Level C” cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or higher. AND - Candidates shall meet one or more of the following fire service training prerequisites: • NFPA 1001* Level II and NFPA 470**, Hazardous Materials / Weapons of Mass Destruction standard for Responders, Awareness and Ops level. (notes 1 and 2). OR •Diploma of professional studies in fire safety intervention (Quebec). OR •Pre-Fire Service Program (Ontario) AND NFPA 470 Hazardous Material Awareness and Operations level certification from an accredited training provider. * NFPA study programs shall be successfully completed at an IFSAC or Pro board accredited entity. ** HAZMAT qualifications issued in accordance with NFPA 472 or 1072 are equivalent qualifications to NFPA 470 and are therefore acceptable alternatives.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

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OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION- NFPA 1031 – Fire Inspector Level I
- NFPA 1033 – Fire Investigator Level I
- NFPA 1035 - Public Fire and Life Safety Educator Level I or Level I & II
- NFPA 1521 – Incident Safety Officer.
- Valid Red Cross Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certificateNote: Other applicable provincial or territorial certifications, depending on the province or territory where the candidate is applying, may be required based on the position.

EXPERIENCES AEX1. Experience in firefighting techniques and associated equipment
AEX2. Experience using the Incident Command Structure (ICS)
AEX3. Experience in Confined Space Rescue
AEX4. Experience with Ammunition standbys and transfers
AEX5. Experience with Wildland Firefighting
AEX6. Experience in emergency response, such as volunteer firefighting, first aid response, or similar roles in crisis interventions

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDAs means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

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Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

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Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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