Response Center Duty Officer

The Opportunity:

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) Western Response Area is seeking a self-motivated, attentive and results-oriented individual for the position of Response Center Duty Officer in Buffalo Narrows

Reporting to the Response Center Coordinator, you will be responsible for the daily supervision of Response Center support staff while working co-operatively with the Provincial Response Center and reporting fire bases.

• Assemble, monitor, and adjust daily fire preparedness plans to ensure adequate resource placement for wildfire hazards.
• Prioritize fire suppression resources (tankers, helicopters, Type 1 crews), establish alerts, and deploy equipment for fire areas.
• Interpret weather data and fire indices; communicate potential weather impacts and expected fire behavior to base staff.
• Facilitate and lead public consultation processes with ministries, agencies, stakeholders, and Indigenous groups to develop and implement strategies.
• Prepare clear, concise proposals and reports.
• Anticipate and assess fire issues, evaluate risks, and make priority decisions to implement effective courses of action.
• Input, edit, update, and maintain data; produce statistical and program analysis reports using word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and modeling software.
• Develop and implement safe, effective, and cost-efficient preparedness and suppression plans based on fire hazard, policies, and available resources.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Wild land fire prevention, prescribed fire pre-suppression and suppression techniques, fire behavior, and its effect on the ecosystem.
• Aircraft types, capabilities/limitations, and applications.
• Applicable fire management and forest protection legislation, guidelines, regulations, agreements, and programs.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level B)
• Critical Thinking (Level A)
• Digital Skills (Level A)
• Interacting with Others (Level B)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)
• Managing Self (Level A)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is a Treasury Board Crown responsible for provincial emergency management, along with SaskAlert, fire safety, wildfire management and Saskatchewan's 911 emergency dispatching services. SPSA’s mission is to safeguard and protect the people, property and resources of Saskatchewan through partnerships, coordinated planning, education, prevention, mitigation, response and recovery. With a fleet of specialized aircraft, equipment, personnel and bases across the province, SPSA responds to emergencies and disasters from the air, on the ground and behind the scenes. As home of the Fire Commissioner, the SPSA also assists communities in compliance with the National Fire Code through investigations conducted by designated inspectors/peace officers. The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.