Assistant Deputy Fire Chief

Position Details

• Primary Work Location: Waterloo Fire Station 2
• Posting Status: Internal & External Job Posting
• Salary Range: $124,010.00 - $155,025.00 (Band C - 2026 Rates)
• Number of Vacancies: 1 (Current Vacancy)
• Employment Group: Management
• Job Status: Regular Full Time
• Posting Release Date: October 15, 2026
• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
• Posting Closing Date: October 30, 2026

Why Work With Us

The City of Waterloo is a rewarding place to work. Each day, you will support and/or participate in the delivery of services that impact residents of this city, making it a great place to live, work and play for everyone.

Home to two world-class universities, a top-ranked college, a tech ecosystem, entrepreneurs and small businesses, there is a readiness to do things differently in Waterloo. Our vision is to be a leader in sustainability and to build a future-ready community for all. We are committed to workplace wellbeing and providing an inclusive, safe and enjoyable work environment.

For more information about the City of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan, Vision, Values & Guiding Principles, please see the City of Waterloo 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.

What We Offer

• Supportive and caring organization that promotes respect, inclusivity, sustainability, health, safety and wellness.
• Dedication to the organization’s commitment for Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion through ongoing training and access to related programs and workshops, opportunities to connect with others around topics of social justice and equity, and opportunities to be involved with the initiatives that guide this corporate journey.
• A commitment to environmental sustainability as demonstrated in many plans and policies. For example, we are working towards reducing our corporate greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050, with real progress underway.
• Certification as a Living Wage Champion with fulsome employer-paid benefits package (extended health and dental care), including paid sick days, long-term disability, life insurance, Employee and Family Assistance Program and Maternity/Parental Leave Top-Up.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) eligibility for all employees.
• Up to 10 paid Reservist Leave days per year, with single contribution OMERS buyback option for any unpaid time.
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and personal days, and the opportunity to bank overtime.
• Easy and sustainable commuting options through the TravelWise program, which offers public transit discounts and a dedicated carpool network for employees.
• Substantial internal and external training and development opportunities along with opportunities to get involved and give back to the community.
• Enjoyable employee-wide events, activities, site visits, BBQs to connect with co-workers.
• Complimentary FitPass for access to leisure, swim, and fitness drop-in programs for employees and family members.
• …And so much more!

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief of Support Services and Prevention, this role provides strategic leadership and administrative management with primary responsibility for occupational health and safety, employee wellness, attendance management, logistics and facilities. The position works collaboratively with the Fire Department Management Team, Corporate Human Resources, Health and Safety, union representatives, and departmental personnel to promote a safe, healthy, respectful, accountable, and high-performing workplace. The ADC’s work will support service delivery in fire suppression, prevention, training, and community risk reduction. The final assignment of responsibilities will be based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience, and areas of expertise. Management Team portfolios will be reviewed regularly and may be adjusted or reassigned to reflect departmental needs, priorities, and available expertise.

• Participates as a member of the Fire Department Management Team and contributes to departmental strategic planning, operational decision-making, policy development, budgeting, and continuous improvement.
• Supports the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chiefs in developing and implementing departmental strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the preparation of budgets and resource allocation.
• Assists with project-based work to support the Deputy Fire Chiefs.
• Acts as the employer Co-Chair of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Provides departmental leadership for occupational health, safety, and wellness, promoting a strong and proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Supports and monitors compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable regulations, Section 21 Guidance Notes, municipal policies, departmental procedures, and recognized fire service health and safety practices.
• Identifies and assesses occupational hazards and works with departmental personnel, the Joint Health and Safety Committee and the Corporate Health, Safety and Wellness team to develop appropriate prevention, mitigation, and control strategies.
• Works collaboratively with the Joint Health and Safety Committee and departmental representatives to address identified hazards, recommendations, inspections, and workplace concerns.
• Supports programs addressing firefighter occupational exposures, including contamination control, cancer prevention, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, infectious disease, and other occupational risks.
• Supports the development, implementation, review, and evaluation of health and safety policies, procedures, guidelines, programs, and training.
• Promotes shared responsibility and accountability for health and safety at all levels of the organization.
• Coordinates and supports attendance management, accommodation, modified work, disability management, and safe and sustainable return-to-work processes in collaboration with Corporate Human Resources and other appropriate professionals.