Careers with South Frontenac

Competition # No 26-05-DS

Salary Range: $123,281.60 - $146,764.80

Date posted: Friday, April 24, 2026

Closing date: Sunday, May 17, 2026

Job Description:

As a valued member of our leadership team, reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), you will play a central role in shaping and enhancing Development Services to meet the evolving needs of our growing community. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to reduce barriers, elevate customer service, and drive meaningful improvements by providing strategic vision, leadership, and expert guidance to our Building and Planning teams.

You will also serve as a trusted advisor to the CAO and Council, offering insight on planning, development, and building-related risks, opportunities, and legislative changes. Your work will directly influence the future of the community as you lead the development of major planning and community policies, guide long-term and operational initiatives, and oversee updates to the Township’s Official Plan and Zoning By-laws.

As an ideal candidate for this role, you bring a university degree in planning, engineering, architecture, building science, or a related field, along with membership or eligibility for membership in a recognized professional association such as RPP, P.Eng., or a CBO designation. You have 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in the public sector, ideally focused on community development, growth management, and rural planning. You are experienced in corporate and strategic planning, policy development, and leading cross-departmental collaboration, with a strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service. You have a solid background in budgeting, contract and grant administration, and a thorough understanding of Ontario’s planning and building legislation. Your experience includes development review processes and advancing economic development initiatives, while building strong relationships with stakeholders. You are a confident leader with strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, capable of managing complex projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. You communicate clearly and effectively, think analytically, and produce high-quality reports. You are also comfortable using tools such as Microsoft Office and GIS applications, and you hold a valid Class “G” driver’s licence.

For a full outline of the requirements, please read the full job description. 

We offer a competitive annual salary range of $123,281.60 to $146,764.80, commensurate with experience, in accordance with the Salary Schedule adopted by Council and amended from time to time, in conjunction with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. In addition to the OMERS pension plan, you’ll have access to professional development opportunities that encourage continuous growth in your career. 

We look forward to hearing from you by Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Competition #24-17-FS

Compensation: 

• $20.67 per hour, as approved by the Township of South Frontenac Council.
• Weekly Training sessions are paid for a minimum of 3-hours.
• Attendance at emergencies is paid for a minimum of 3-hours.

Date posted: February 29, 2024

Closing date: Open

Details: 

We are looking for fully trained Firefighters who have and can demonstrate the values of trust, honesty, integrity, compassion, empathy, and teamwork to join our dedicated volunteer paid on-call team. 

Our firefighters provide services for over 20,000 residents and many visitors to South Frontenac. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for the provision of all fire suppression activities that are necessary to save life and property by rapidly and efficiently performing a variety of duties. These include combatting, extinguishing and/or preventing fires, emergency medical response and aid, rescue/extrication operations, water/ice rescue, fire safety, and public education duties.

Compensation is provided for attending emergencies, training sessions, station duties and public education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A) REGULAR
• As identified in the current NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.
• Adheres to the SFFR Code of Conduct, Legislated requirements, and Township policies.
• Attends fire department related emergencies including fires (Structural and Wildland), MVC’s, Emergency Medical Calls, Public Assistance, and Rescue
• Participates in and is available to attend Fire Department emergencies based on a target of 35% of the total dispatched calls for their assigned station.
• Participates in weekly training sessions and professional development.
• Meets the minimum attendance requirement at fire department training based on a minimum target of 50% of the total scheduled training sessions and referenced on an annual basis.
• Understands and follows SFFR SOP’s Policies, and rules.
• Participates in fire hall and equipment maintenance including weekly, monthly, and annual checks.
• Adheres to any written or oral communications and directions from senior officers.
• Follows the direction set in the OHSA, Section 28 and Section 21 Firefighter Guidance Notes.

B) PERIODIC
• Participates in overhauling and cleaning up of premises after the fire has been extinguished.
• Participates in Fire Prevention & Public Education events and programs.
• Returns all apparatus & equipment to a state of ready in their designated places.
• Notifies officers and senior officers of any equipment and apparatus malfunctions immediately upon recognition of a concern or hazard.

C) OCCASIONAL
• Initiates Incident Command at an incident until the arrival of a superior officer
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, assigned Platoon Chief or Captain.

See a list of all the fire stations in South Frontenac here. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum grade 12 education.
• Certification to NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level I & II, including NFPA 1072 Hazmat Awareness & Operations.
• Additional qualification to be considered an asset: Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card.
• Level CPR BLS/HCP Certification and First Aid / CPR Certification (Red Cross).
•  A valid Class D driver’s license with Z endorsement.
• Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all apparatus, equipment, and methods used in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires and in rescue work.
• Thorough knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines governing the Fire Department and of standing orders of the Department.
• Demonstrated considerable mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of the operation, size, and location of water mains, dry hydrants, and available water sources, as applicable to firefighting activities.
• Current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening satisfactory to the Employer.
• Exhibit the ability to interact harmoniously with co-workers, superiors and the public.
• Demonstrate excellent listening and communication skills with the ability to do so under stressful situations.
• Applicants who live in South Frontenac or are within (10) kms of South Frontenac fire stations will be given consideration.

For more information, view the complete job description. 

Please submit your cover letter and resume, quoting Competition No. 24-17-FS, via email to: hr@southfrontenac.net

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Accessibility accommodation is available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process on request. 

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Questions about this collection should be addressed to the Manager of Human Resources at (jminaker@southfrontenac.net & 613-376-3027).