POSITION: Assistant Chief

REPORTS TO: Fire Chief

DIVISION: Emergency Services

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

PAY TYPE: Salary

SCHEDULE: M-F; 0800 – 1700 hours

FUNCTION
* The Assistant Chief of Emergency Services, under the direction of the Fire Chief provides effective and efficient management of the Division which includes the administrative and support functions of field operations, training, and EMS.

* Responsible for development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of these functions.

* Provides day-to-day management and supervision of all personnel assigned to the Division utilizing the chain of command.

*Ensures effective and efficient utilization of resources.

* Serves as an on-call duty officer in rotation with other Chief Officers.

DUTIES
 Subject to call and service as a Duty Chief. May assume command at emergency incidents and perform duties necessary to the completion of the operations in accordance with District policies, standards and operating procedures.

 Utilizing the chain of command, provides management and supervision of operations personnel, District EMS Officer and the Fire Training Officer.

 Ensures that shifts and stations are staffed according to District policy and that staff, stations and equipment are in a state of readiness to operate in an effective and efficient manner in the delivery of the District service responsibilities.

 Manages and maintains an effective volunteer firefighter resident program designed to enhance volunteer firefighter staffing and to augment staffing on career fire companies.

 Manages and coordinates the District ride-a-long program.

 Sets and evaluates personnel goals and performance objectives and conducts periodic performance evaluations for personnel under his/her supervision.

Responsible for maintaining good morale and discipline among all assigned personnel. If necessary, requires additional training or takes appropriate disciplinary action up through the suspension stage, reporting the action taken to the Fire Chief and recommending further action as appropriate.

 Under the direction of the Fire Chief, develops, schedules and administers promotional exams for Suppression, EMS and Training positions.

 Manages the career firefighter recruitment program including but not limited to scheduling and administration of written and physical agility testing, oral board interviews, physical examinations and background evaluations.

Manages the volunteer firefighter recruitment program and coordinates with the volunteer station officers and the Support Services Division Chief to provide the Operations Division with qualified volunteer personnel who are equipped and trained to the level necessary to provide emergency services safely, efficiently
and effectively. Includes the recruitment of qualified candidates to serve as volunteer resident firefighters.

 Sets and evaluates personnel goals and performance objectives and conducts periodic performance evaluations for personnel under his/her supervision.

Responsible for maintaining good morale and discipline among all assigned personnel. If necessary, assigns additional training and/or takes appropriate disciplinary action up through the suspension stage, reporting the action taken to the Fire Chief and recommending further action as appropriate.

 Responsible for ensuring routine maintenance, cleaning and minor repair of the facilities, apparatus and equipment assigned to the Division in accordance with District standards. Coordinates with the Support Services Division Chief to ensure that preventive maintenance, testing and repair of apparatus, equipment and facilities are accomplished in an efficient and effective manner.

 Conducts periodic inspections of District facilities, apparatus and equipment to ensure its proper use, maintenance, security and readiness.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 Must possess the knowledge, skills and willingness to perform administrative functions necessary to the completion of assigned duties, including the use of assigned computer hardware and software.

 Must demonstrate advanced knowledge and ability in fire, rescue and emergency medical services.

 Must have demonstrated successful experience in fire service management and supervision of an increasingly responsible nature.

 Must be capable of analyzing systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective use of resources.

 Must be capable of implementing new processes and programs in an effective and efficient manner.

 Must be knowledgeable in NFPA and Washington State fire service training and performance standards, safety and health standards and District standard operating practices, procedures and standards.

 Must demonstrate knowledge and skill which meet or exceed the requirements of NFPA 1021 (Fire Officer I and II) and 1041 (Fire Instructor I and II) professional qualifications standards.

 Must be a team builder with strong motivational and interpersonal skills.

 Must demonstrate an aptitude for adult education, motivation and training.

 Must demonstrate an aptitude for emergency incident management.

 Must demonstrate the ability to remain calm and cool during periods of extreme stress.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license.

 Must be capable of and willing to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and be available to serve in a rotation as a duty officer for emergency fire and medical calls.

 Must obtain an IFSAC Instructor I and II certification or District approved equivalent within 1 year of employment.

 Must obtain and maintain Washington State Emergency Medical Technician certification.

 Must be at least 18 years of age.

 Must have proof of eligibility for employment in the United States.

 Must pass a criminal background check.

 Must be in sufficient good health and physical condition to fully perform the requirements of this position and to pass District required medical examinations to demonstrate health and fitness in accordance with minimum state medical standards for firefighters.

 Must not be drug or alcohol dependent, and a non-user of tobacco.

 Must possess a minimum of a high school education and an Associates degree in Fire Science, Fire Command, Fire Administration or other educational equivalent or an acceptable combination of education and experience as determined by the Fire Chief. A Bachelor of Arts in Public or Business Administration is preferred. Successful completion of the NFA Executive Fire
Officer program is desirable.

 Must successfully complete a one-year probationary period for the position.

Additional Info can be found on their Job posting at:  http://www.scfd9.org/ACESJobDescription.pdf

FLYER

Do you like challenges, teamwork, leadership,
and constantly improving your organization
while saving lives and protecting property?

Then maybe you’ve got the fire to be our new assistant chief.

No one chooses a career in firefighting because it’s easy. It requires commitment and dedication, aptitude, capability, courage, vision, and a willingness to constantly learn, train and grow.

It takes a special kind of person with a special set of skills to help lead that kind of organization.

If you think that sounds like you, then we’ve got an opportunity you should consider.

Apply today to become Spokane County Fire District 9’s new Assistant Chief.

It’s a great job with a top-flight organization in what national magazines like Forbes and Outside call one of America’s best places to live.

If think you’ve got the fire in your belly to help lead our team to new heights — to not only get the job done — but get it done exceptionally well, we encourage you to apply today.

Applications are available during regular business hours at the District’s administration office located at 3801 E. Farwell Road, Mead WA 99021, by phoning 509-466-4602 or on the District’s Web page at http://www.scfd9.org/scfd9jobs.html.

GOOD LUCK!

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