Community Risk Reduction Fire Chief

Shape community risk reduction leadership for Toronto Fire Services in North York, combining fire safety expertise with strategic and operational direction.This full-time, permanent Division Chief leads the Inspections and Enforcement portfolio within Community Risk Reduction. You share accountability for service objectives, legislative compliance, staff development, and operational effectiveness. The role works with municipal, provincial, emergency service, and community partners.Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic direction across Community Risk Reduction functionsLead diverse staff and support professional developmentReview programs, processes, performance measures, and emerging risksBuild partnerships with fire safety agencies and City divisionsAdvance strategic initiatives, inclusion, and collaborative labour relationsRequirements:
Progressive supervisory experience within the fire serviceTechnical knowledge of inspections, enforcement, investigations, and public educationUnderstanding of Fire Protection and Prevention Act requirementsPolitical acuity and business management experienceAbility to manage emergencies outside normal hours when requiredBring adaptive leadership, regulatory knowledge, and stakeholder collaboration to Toronto Fire Services’ community risk reduction mandate.
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