EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Junior FireSmart Coordinator

Posted: August 12, 2026                                                                                           Closes: August 26, 2026

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Lax̱g̱alts’ap Village Government is seeking an organized and community-oriented individual to serve as the Junior FireSmart Coordinator within the Laxgalts’ap Fire and Rescue Department. This position is designed for youth ages 16-30 who are interested in learning about wildfire mitigation, preparedness, and community outreach and resilience. The Junior FireSmart Coordinator will assist the FireSmart Coordinator in a wide range of activities, including engaging with community members, social media content creation, supporting outreach events, and participating in wildfire mitigation activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Engagement & Education

• Assist with organizing and attending FireSmart events such as community information sessions, farmer’s markets, and workshops.
• Support distribution of FireSmart educational materials at libraries, schools, community centres, and public events.
• Help deliver FireSmart presentations to youth groups, schools, and community organizations.

Support for FireSmart Programs

• Complete Local FireSmart Representative training and assist in completing FireSmart Home Ignition Zone assessments (under the guidance of the Fire Chief).
• Help implement small-scale FireSmart mitigation projects such as clearing brush, moving firewood, and maintaining defensible space.

Administrative & Communication Support

• Help maintain records of FireSmart activities, outreach efforts, and community engagement.
• Support social media and digital outreach by sharing FireSmart messages and updates.
• Assist with preparing reports, newsletters, and promotional materials related to FireSmart initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about wildfire prevention and mitigation and community safety.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to engage with the public.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and take direction from mentors.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, social media platforms).
• Completion of FireSmart 101 online course (or willingness to complete).
• Completion of Wildfire Risk Reduction online course (or willingness to complete).
• Completion of Local FireSmart Representative Training Course (or willingness to complete).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant leadership experience, including supervision, facilitation, and contract management.
• Background in public safety education and/or emergency preparedness
• Completion of FireSmart 101 and the Wildfire Risk Reduction (WRR) course.
• Local FireSmart Representative (LFR) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Successful completion of a Canada Criminal Record Check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in emergency management, forestry, firefighting, or environmental sciences.
• Knowledge of FireSmart.
• Experience volunteering or working in community-based programs.
• Comfortable with outdoor physical activities such as light manual labour (e.g., clearing brush, moving debris).
• Local FireSmart Representative (LFR) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Valid BC Class 7 Driver’s License or willingness to obtain.
• Successful completion of a Canada Criminal Record Check.

Work Conditions & Hours

• Flexible part-time hours, with some evening and weekend work required for events.
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions may be required.

• Travel within the community may be necessary (transportation support will be available)

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume along with 2 work-related references by 5:00pm August 26, 2026.  We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

Lax̱g̱alts’ap Village Government, 416 North Road, Lax̱g̱alts’ap, B.C.     V0J 1X0

Reference: ’Junior FireSmart Coordinator’

Email: opportunities@laxgaltsap.ca

Lax̱g̱alts’ap Village Government is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.