Description | Fire Rescue Battalion Chief - Operations
Fire Rescue Department
Full-Time, 12 Months
Non-Exempt, Pay Grade 19, VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible
THE POSITION – BATTALION CHIEF OPERATIONS
The Battalion Chief Operations will perform at a senior command level with a broad range of administrative, management, supervisory, and technical work in firefighting, EMS, rescue, fire prevention, and training activities. Work involves supporting the emergency services activities of the Department as well as responsibility for management of major program areas or operational components of the Department. He/she will be responsible for directing, delegating, managing, supervising, evaluating subordinates, organizing and providing assistance to the Deputy Chief. He/she may be assigned to various divisions within the department including operations, training, prevention, and administration.
THE EXPECTATIONS
Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Participates in community planning efforts and fire safety education;
- Participates in establishing and maintaining department-wide goals and objectives;
- Analyzes data, assesses needs, formulates conclusions and recommendations and prepares statistical and narrative reports on projects as required;
- Conducts special administrative and management studies;
- Assists in planning, organizing and training, fiscal management and administration of employee relations and Equal Employment Opportunity policies of the department;
- Promotes an environment of cooperation and collaboration during all internal and external interactions;
- Represents the department in dealings with volunteers, citizens, members of the press or other County and State agencies as directed;
- Promotes customer service opportunities and resolves complex and unique internal and external customer service issues;
- Evaluates performance and reviews evaluations made by subordinate supervisors;
- Coordinates and approves leave of assigned personnel in order to ensure that adequate minimum staffing levels are maintained;
- Enforces Department and County policies and procedures
- Counsels and directs subordinate supervisors to facilitate department objectives;
- Serves as a coach and mentor in the professional development of subordinate supervisors;
- Conducts complex personnel investigations and report findings and recommendations;
- Responsible for employee selection, disciplinary actions, and other conclusive personnel actions;
- Makes effective use of email and other County/Department resources to communicate with other members of the department;
- Attends/responds and actively participates in meetings, events, and emergency incidents both on and off duty, as assigned;
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief or Fire Chief;
- Serves as acting Deputy Chief in his/her absence.
- Ensures readiness and continuity of daily field operations in accordance with established departmental guidelines and practices;
- Inspects firefighting equipment and fire stations to assure maintenance of the required operational readiness;
- Provides oversight and coordination of scheduling, selections, and deployment of Fire and Rescue personnel;
- Directs, supervises, and participates in the operation of emergency service delivery on a day to day basis including fire suppression and emergency medical service operations;
- Routinely responds to multi-unit and multi-alarm incidents to perform command functions;
- Develops strategies and mitigates emergency situations;
- Initiates accident or injury investigation for incidents involving field personnel and/or equipment; prepares and report findings and recommendations to Deputy Chief;
- Supervises multiple stations and units;
- Monitors daily operations and service delivery for safety risks and initiates corrective action as appropriate;
- Functions as an Infection Control Officer for initial management of personnel exposed to biological pathogens when Designated Officer is not available;
- Does related work as required.
THE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in Fire Science Administration, EMS Management, Business Management or related field and one year experience as an Acting Battalion Chief with Albemarle County Fire Rescue required. (NOTE: Refer to ACFR Career Development Plan for specific requirements for Acting Battalion Chief. If position is externally posted, outside equivalent experience may be considered to satisfy internal service requirements.) Associate’s Degree preferred.
Special Requirements for all Battalion Chief positions:
- Officer 2 (NFPA 1021, Level 2);
- Hazardous Materials Operations (NFPA 472, Operations Level);
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Class III (NFPA 1451;)
- Emergency Medical Technician;
- FEMA Incident Command System 300;
- Released as an Advance Life Support provider for Albemarle County Fire Rescue preferred;
- Possession of a valid driver’s permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Must maintain all required certifications and licenses.
The following special requirements may be required within one year of appointment based on assignment and area of responsibility (as courses are available):
- Operations- OEMS Infection Control Designated Officer, NFA Arson for the First Responder, ALS provider for ACFR required prior to assignment.
- Prevention- NFPA 1031 and 1033; satisfactory completion of a course approved by the Department of Fire Programs and the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services as required by 27.34.2 of the Code of Virginia.
- Training- NFPA 1041 Instructor 3, various instructional endorsements as deemed necessary by the department. Those may include, but are not limited to: FF I/II, Officer I, EVOC, Instructor I, NFA Safety Officer, ALS provider for ACFR required prior to assignment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Communications: Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing demonstrating diplomacy and tact; ability to make complete and accurate reports, memos, policies, procedures, etc. using proper grammar and format; ability to work well with personnel from the department and volunteer organizations, government agencies, and other jurisdictions; must have the ability to maintain good morale and motivate employees. Performance Management: Knowledge of management and leadership techniques; ability to correctly delegate responsibilities and duties; ability to recognize and solve problems affecting efficient operation of a work unit; ability to lead, manage and perform utilizing the Department vision, mission, and values; ability to manage subordinates to include identifying strengths and weaknesses; effective coaching and development; ability to discipline fairly and effectively; conduct performance evaluations and monitor day to day performance activities. Administration: Ability to analyze, research, and evaluate; ability to determine strategies; ability to utilize data as a decision making and management tool; ability to organize and plan programs and deployment; ability to effectively and efficiently manage time; ability to work on several projects concurrently; ability to serve on various committees and participate in a number of regular meetings involving Department and County Personnel, volunteer leadership, citizens, and subordinates. Emergency Incident Management: Ability to lead, supervise and coordinate personnel and equipment during fire and rescue incidents; thorough knowledge of Incident Command System, fire ground and rescue operations; ability to make fast, effective decisions under pressure; ability to determine equipment and personnel needed to handle incident; ability to maintain his/her composure under stress.
THE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach and stretch with hands and arms with a full range of motion. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; jump; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 165 pounds. Wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus is required and each employee must be able to pass a NFPA 1582 physical and respirator fit test annually. Employee is subject to a no tobacco policy. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places and confined spaces. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electric shock and vibration. The employee is often exposed to extremely high temperature intensities and sudden temperature changes. The noise level in the working environment is usually moderate, except during certain firefighting or EMT activities when noise levels may be loud. The employee may be required to work rotating shifts, or a set, business hour schedule depending on position, and is considered essential emergency personnel. Any personnel in this position are required to work during emergency situations and are subject to be recalled to work at any time.
THE HIRING SALARY RANGE
Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60 and the Fire Rescue CDP
THE PROCESS
Application must include a cover letter.
Review the Fire Rescue Career Development Plan for more details
http://www.albemarle.org/upload/images/Forms_Center/Departments/Fire_and_Rescue/Forms/sap_sog/SAP_DEP_047.pdf.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Wednesday, February 28, 2018, 5:00 p.m. EST
You may find more information at the Albemarle County Human Resources page http://www.albemarle.org/hr.
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