Recruitment Package for the position of Fire Chief/CEMC.

Position Details

• Location: Otonabee-South Monaghan
• Salary Range: $117,244 - $127,436
• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
• Application Deadline: 2026-11-09
• Department: Fire Department
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Engagement Type: Permanent
• Work Location: On-Site

Recruitment Package for the Position of Fire Chief/CEMC

Dear Potential Candidates,

Thank you for your interest in this leadership opportunity with the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan. The Township is initiating this recruitment process in anticipation of the planned retirement of our current Fire Chief. By beginning the process in advance, we are supporting a thoughtful and seamless transition that includes the opportunity for potential overlap, mentorship, knowledge transfer, and training. This approach will help ensure the continued delivery of effective fire protection, emergency management, and by-law enforcement services for our residents and community.

The Fire Chief is a key member of the Township’s leadership team and plays an important role in supporting the safety, well-being, and resilience of Otonabee-South Monaghan. This position provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Fire Department, while also leading the Township’s emergency management program and overseeing by-law enforcement services. The Fire Chief is responsible for departmental leadership, emergency preparedness and response, legislative compliance, policy implementation, staff development, and fostering a strong culture of public safety and service excellence.

As a trusted advisor to Council, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the municipal leadership team, the Fire Chief helps shape priorities, provide professional guidance, and ensure services are delivered in a responsive, accountable, and community-focused manner.

The Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan is proud to offer a collaborative, supportive, and forward-looking municipal workplace. Our organization is committed to delivering high-quality public services with professionalism, transparency, and respect for the community we serve. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting them through a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continued learning and professional growth.

We are seeking an experienced, progressive, and community-minded Fire Chief who is ready to lead through this important period of transition and help shape the future of fire protection, emergency management, and by-law enforcement in Otonabee-South Monaghan. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to a municipality that values strong leadership, collaboration, public safety, and responsive local government.

We hope this recruitment package provides the information you need as you consider this opportunity. Should you require any additional information, please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely,

Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
Heather Scott, C.A.O. / Clerk
Email: cao@osmtownship.ca
Phone: 705-295-6852 ext.223

Position Overview

The Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan invites applications for the position of Fire Chief. In anticipation of a planned retirement, the Township is seeking a Fire Chief who, as a member of the Management Team, will be responsible for the effective and efficient administration, leadership, and operation of the Fire Department.

This position will perform the statutory duties of the Fire Chief as defined by the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Establishing and Regulating By-law and will also provide leadership in the areas of emergency management and by-law enforcement, in accordance with applicable legislation, municipal by-laws, and Township policies.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Administration, Management, Business, or related field, or acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience within a fire service.
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and administrative skills.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, the following certifications:
  • NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II;
  • NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I, II, III and IV;
  • NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I;
  • NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator;
  • NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I and II;
  • NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer.
• Training and/or experience in emergency management including municipal emergency planning, preparedness, response, and recovery is an asset.
• Experience with municipal by-law enforcement is considered a strong asset.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Excellent knowledge of modern fire suppression, rescue, fire prevention, emergency management, and public safety practices.
• Strong understanding of NFPA, CSA, ULC, and related standards.
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, and other relevant legislation, municipal by-laws, and policies.
• Thorough understanding of the Municipality, its service areas, and departmental apparatus and equipment.
• Proven ability to effectively lead, supervise, and support volunteer firefighters, coordinate emergency preparedness activities, and administer and enforce municipal by-laws.

Additional Information

The present salary range for this position is $117,244 - $127,436 based on a 35-hour work week.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit an application, consisting of a resume and cover letter, to hr@osmtownship.ca by 4:00 pm Monday, November 9, 2026.

Interviews are expected to be conducted the week of November 23, 2026.

Heather Scott, CAO/Clerk
Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan
Box 70, Keene, Ontario K0L 2G0
Office Location: 20 Third Street
Phone: 705-295-6852
Email: cao@osmtownship.ca
Website: www.osmtownship.ca