Fire Operations Officer

Fire Operations Officer
RS4 Fire Operations Officer 4

Regular/full-time

Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures

Wildfire Service, Conservation and Wildfire Services

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45251

Salary(s): RS4 $59,270.00 - $72,772.00 per year

Closing Date: May 28, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Department of Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a position of Fire Operations Officer, who will provide operational and fire intelligence support to the Operations Manager, including policy and procedure development, operation of the Provincial Fire Operations Centre, and analysis of fire activity data to support effective and cost-efficient deployment of fire suppression resources.


Duties:
The Fire Operations Officer is responsible for providing operational support in the development of guidelines, procedures and policy, equipment and acquisition and financial record keeping on a year round basis. The Fire Operations Officer also provides operational support relative to the operation and maintenance of the Fire Operations Centre. The incumbent will also provide intelligence duties, such as monitoring, analyzing and displaying fire intelligence data to provide for sound, efficient and cost effective decisions on the acquisition and deployment of costly fire suppression resources, including manpower, equipment and aircraft.

Qualifications:
Essential:

Diploma in a Resource Management discipline. An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered
Knowledge of wildfire management
Strong computer skills including experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) or similar software applications
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong verbal communication skills
Strong written communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment

Desired:
Knowledge of Fire Management organizational structure and related operational systems, and administrative financial reporting requirements
Knowledge of wildfire suppression techniques, related equipment including aircraft types and uses
Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must possess and maintain a full Class 5 Manitoba Driver's licence
Must be willing and able to travel within Manitoba and Canada, including travel to remote areas by different types of aircraft, and overnight stays in basic accommodation
Must be willing and able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends as required
Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned to the position
Apply to:
Advertisement # 45251
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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