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The Loomex Group

Deputy Fire Chief

Sussex, NB, Canada

Salary Range: $73,994 – $91,645 annually · Full-time

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Pay: Salary Range: $73,994 – $91,645 annually
Job type: Full-time
Listed closing date: Nov 5, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 7, 2026

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Deputy Fire Chief | Town of Sussex, New Brunswick

The Town of Sussex is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief to join the Sussex Fire Department.

The Loomex Group is supporting the Town of Sussex with the recruitment process for this position. The successful candidate will be employed directly by the Town of Sussex.

Location: Sussex, New Brunswick

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $73,994 – $91,645 annually

Application Deadline: November 5, 2026

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be contacted prior to the application deadline.

Position Overview

The Deputy Chief is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality fire suppression, fire prevention, education, and rescue services for the residents of Sussex, New Brunswick. The role manages fire operations, emergency response operations, and departmental training to ensure operational readiness is maintained.

The Deputy Chief is also a key member of the Sussex Fire Department’s senior management team, providing leadership, communication, administrative, and technical skills. The role also assists in long-term planning.

The Deputy Chief reports to the Fire Chief.

Major Responsibilities

Administration

Assume full responsibility for the Fire Chief’s duties and decisions when the Fire Chief is absent in order to maintain leadership and operational continuity.
Develop and maintain various departmental documents, such as policies, standard operating procedures, guidelines, and the annual budget
Represent the fire department by serving on the Joint Health and Safety Committee (as required)
Ensure accurate records are maintained for compliance tasks (such as training, incident reporting, and health and safety)
Analyze operations and training data to produce reports (as required)
Help manage the fire department’s resources, providing technical guidance as appropriate
Address concerns and complaints based on severity
Maintain and organize documentation and data related to departmental responses, training, firefighter competency assessments, and overall performance statistics
Oversee work plans, assignments, projects, and workflows
Assign operational, training, and station duties to the fire department’s career firefighters
Assign operational and training duties to the fire department’s volunteer personnel.
Complete employee evaluations, as well as performance coaching and management (as required).
Participate in the recruitment process and make recommendations about the selection of recruit firefighters
Schedule and oversee regular medical and fitness tests for all of the fire department’s employees
Serve on committees (as required)

Emergency Response

Lead and manage the fire department’s emergency response operations (such as command, incident safety officer, and tactical operations)
Manage the fire department’s suppression division
Ensure the fire department’s firefighting equipment and vehicles are operated and maintained properly, designating operators for those resources (as required)
Take all reasonable measures to prevent, control, and extinguish fires to protect life and property in compliance with municipal bylaws and the Fire Prevention Act for New Brunswick
Provide supervisory support during emergency measures operations
Facilitate post-incident sessions (as required)
Participate in an on-call rotation schedule

Training

Organize, oversee, and deliver the fire department’s training program to ensure that the career and volunteer personnel are adequately prepared to respond to all types of emergencies
Ensure that an ongoing training schedule is prepared and followed
Prepare and facilitate promotional processes for the fire department’s firefighters and officers
Maintain a thorough and up-to-date knowledge of adult learning principles in order to instruct/educate the fire department’s staff
Provide specific training - such as first aid training - to Sussex employees (as required)

Fire Prevention

Facilitate public relations through education and community outreach initiatives
Represent the Fire Chief as a “Local Assistant to the Fire Marshal” by enforcing bylaws and carrying out duties related to the Fire Prevention Act for New Brunswick
Support the development and maintenance of pre-incident plans
Maintain an understanding of fire prevention and investigation techniques and procedures
Research new fire prevention and investigation techniques and methodologies to ensure that effective service is delivered on a continuous basis
Comply with fire prevention laws and regulations

Equipment and Facilities Maintenance

Ensure the fire department has effective maintenance, inspection, life cycle, and replacement programs for critical aspects of its operations, such as:
- apparatus, tools, and equipment
- atmospheric monitoring system
- breathing air system
- hoses
- nozzles
- personal protective equipment
- uniforms
Determine the specifications of the gear and personal protective equipment needed to meet the needs of the fire department
Ensure the fire department’s firefighting and first aid equipment/vehicles are operated and maintained properly, designating operators for those resources (as required)
Manage station inventories and supplies

Emergency Management

Carry out future emergency management activities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training, And Experience

High school diploma or a GED program
Firefighter I and II (New Brunswick Firefighter Certification Program or equivalent)
NFPA 470, Hazardous Materials, awareness-level certification (or equivalent)
At least three years of supervisory experience in the fire service
Competency using Microsoft Office applications (such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Valid 5E driver’s license for the Province of New Brunswick, as well as a driver’s abstract that is satisfactory to Sussex
Vulnerable sector check that is satisfactory to Sussex

Knowledge and Skills

Extensive knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all types of fire service apparatus and equipment
Extensive knowledge of the methods used to combat, extinguish, and prevent fires
Extensive knowledge of rescue duties, auto extrication, hazmat identification, and safety practices
Knowledge of directing and supervising the principles of fire safety
Experience in training delivery
Demonstrated leadership, team building, conflict resolution, coaching, and mentoring skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong commitment to upholding high standards of occupational health and safety
Efficient analytical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and decision-making skills
Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to prepare reports, policies, and standard operating procedures
Ability to react quickly and remain calm under duress and strain
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff members, volunteers, and stakeholders
Ability to represent a fire department in a professional manner
Sufficient endurance and strength to perform prolonged work under arduous conditions

Preferred Qualifications

Education, Training, And Experience

Post-secondary education at a recognized educational institution in fire service administration, public administration, business administration, management, or related technical subjects
NFPA 470, Hazardous Materials, operations- or technician-level certification (or equivalent)
NFPA 1021, Fire Officer, Level 3 certification (or equivalent)
NFPA 1031, Fire Inspector, Level 1 certification (or equivalent)
NFPA 1041, Fire Service Instructor, Level 1 certification (or equivalent)
Fire Investigation NB or NFPA 1033, Fire Investigator, certification (or equivalent)
NFPA 1521, Incident Safety Officer certification (or equivalent)
Emergency management training or experience
Fire Attack Management and Incident Command System certifications
Other fire-related education, fire-related training or NFPA Proboard/IFSAC certifications
Medical first responder qualification
Extensive technical experience (fire suppression, fire prevention, or rescue)
Experience working with volunteer firefighters

Hours of Work

In order to support the training responsibilities related to the Deputy Chief role, the incumbent will have a modified work schedule that includes a combination of daytime and evening hours
The Deputy Chief will participate in an on-call rotation schedule

Work Location

On-site (all work performed on site)

Organizational Structure

The reporting structure for the Deputy Fire Chief position is shown below.

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Responsibilities

Lead fire suppression, emergency response, training, and prevention operations while maintaining the department’s operational readiness, equipment, and facilities. Support the Fire Chief through departmental administration, staff and volunteer supervision, community outreach, and long-term planning.

Requirements

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, Firefighter I and II certification, hazardous materials awareness-level certification, at least three years of fire-service supervisory experience, Microsoft Office competency, and a valid New Brunswick 5E driver’s license. Candidates should also demonstrate extensive fire-service knowledge, training delivery experience, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to remain effective under pressure.

Skills

Fire Suppression
Emergency Response
Fire Prevention
Incident Command
Firefighter Training
Leadership
Team Building
Conflict Resolution
Coaching and Mentoring
Occupational Health and Safety
Analytical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Communication
Microsoft Office
Resource Management

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Keywords

Fire Suppression
Fire Prevention
Emergency Response
Rescue Operations
Incident Command
Incident Safety Officer
Firefighter Training
Firefighter I and II
NFPA 470
NFPA 1021
NFPA 1031
NFPA 1041
NFPA 1033
NFPA 1521
Hazardous Materials
Auto Extrication
Fire Investigation
Emergency Management
Fire Prevention Act
Standard Operating Procedures
Budgeting
Occupational Health and Safety
Microsoft Office
Apparatus and Equipment Maintenance
Personal Protective Equipment
Volunteer Firefighters
Performance Management
Community Outreach
Adult Learning Principles
New Brunswick 5E Driver’s License

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