Fire Chief - Village of Point Edward

The County of Lambton

$109K — $137K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in fire service leadership
  • Demonstrated understanding of municipal operations and policies
  • Proven ability to manage a predominantly volunteer workforce
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to safety and professionalism

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and operational oversight for the Fire Department
  • Ensure alignment with municipal policies and Council priorities
  • Promote accountability and consistent performance standards
  • Develop a culture of safety and service within the department
  • Support ongoing training and development initiatives for volunteers

Benefits

  • Leadership opportunity in a community-focused environment
  • Chance to shape fire service delivery
  • Engagement with a committed volunteer workforce
  • Support for professional development and training programs
  • Involvement in strategic planning and policy implementation
Full Job Description
Village of Point Edward - Fire Chief

The Village is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Fire Chief. This leadership opportunity is intended for a candidate who understands the Village's operations, values, and service expectations, and who can provide strong direction for all aspects of fire service delivery.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Fire Chief is responsible for providing leadership, operational oversight, and administrative direction for the Fire Department.

The Fire Chief is expected to build on existing departmental strengths by promoting accountability, professionalism, and consistent performance standards, while ensuring alignment with municipal policies, Council priorities, and the operational realities of a predominantly volunteer workforce.

This role plays a key part in maintaining a strong culture of safety, service, and readiness for both residents and firefighters in the Village of Point Edward.

Interested staff can contact the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to obtain a copy of the job description.

The salary range for this position is $109,844.53 - $137,305.66. This advertisement is to find an employee to fill a current vacancy.

To Apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume in confidence by 12:00 noon on Friday, August 7, 2026, to:

Jim Burns, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk Village of Point Edward



E-mail: [email protected]

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