Community Fire Safety Officer I

City of Abbotsford

$156K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 or equivalent with relevant post-secondary education.
  • 5 years of full-time suppression or equivalent experience.
  • NFPA 1020 Ch.9 Fire Officer I Certification required.
  • NFPA 1030 Ch. 7 Fire Inspector Certification needed.
  • Incident Command System Level 300 certification necessary.
  • NFPA 1030 Ch. 9 Fire & Life Safety Educator I Certification required.
  • NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator Certification mandatory.
  • NFPA 1020 Ch. 4 Fire Service Instructor I Certification needed.
  • First Responder Level III Certification required.
  • Valid B.C. Driver's License Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct inspections and fire investigations.
  • Review plans and permit applications for compliance.
  • Support fire and life safety education initiatives.
  • Maintain equipment and fleet readiness for operational needs.
  • Prepare enforcement documentation and maintain accurate reports.
  • Contribute to training recommendations and special projects.
  • Ensure compliance with safety objectives and operational readiness.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package offered by the City.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Engagement in community-focused fire safety initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Number:

J0626-0110

Job Title:

Community Fire Safety Officer I

Job Type:

Full time

Subgroup:

FI01 - Fire

Number of Positions:

1

Date Posted:

September 11, 2026

Closing Date:

September 27, 2026

Salary:

$75.09 - $75.09/Hour

The Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service has an exciting opportunity for a Community Fire Safety Officer I to join the Community Fire Safety Division (CFSD) within the City of Abbotsford.

Reporting directly to the Community Fire Safety Officer II (CFSO II), the Community Fire Safety Officer I (CFSO I), is a skilled non-suppression position accountable for administration, inspections, fire and life safety education, and fire investigations in the Community Fire Safety Division (CFSD) within the City of Abbotsford.

This role provides leadership and support within the Community Fire Safety Division, ensuring operational readiness, compliance, and public safety objectives are achieved. Responsibilities include conducting inspections and fire investigations, reviewing plans and permit applications, supporting fire and life safety education initiatives, maintaining equipment and fleet readiness, preparing enforcement documentation, and providing accurate reporting. The position also contributes to continuous improvement, training recommendations, and special projects that support departmental goals and service excellence.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must possess:
  • Grade 12 or equivalent supplemented by post-secondary or technical courses related to the position.
  • 5 years of full-time suppression or equivalent experience.
  • NFPA 1020 Ch.9 Fire Officer I Certification
  • NFPA 1030 Ch. 7 Fire Inspector Certification
  • Incident Command System Level 300
  • NFPA 1030 Ch. 9 Fire & Life Safety Educator I Certification
  • NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator Certification
  • NFPA 1020 Ch. 4 Fire Service Instructor I Certification
  • First Responder Level III Certification
  • Valid B.C. Driver's License Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement

The hourly rate of pay is $75.09 per hour.

The City of Abbotsford offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

If you possess the skills, knowledge, experience and drive to be a part of an integral team, complete an online application with a cover letter, resume and any supporting documentation at www.abbotsford.ca/careers.

Closing Date: September 27, 2026.

Please note: You should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied for this position. If you do not, please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at [email protected] or 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm (EST).

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