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 applicants 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
135 Kendall Street, Point Edward, ON N7V 4G6 Fax: 519-337-5963
E-mail: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
The Village of Point Edward is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This information can be provided to you in a different format, should you require it.
Personal information required by this posting/advertisement is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 1990, Chapter M.56, as amended. The treatment, storage and handling of personal information is guided by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.56, as amended and will be used in reviewing applications. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Clerk of the Village of Point Edward, 135 Kendall Street, Point Edward, ON, N7V 4G6. Phone number 519-337- 3021.
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