Fire Chief, CF

Overview

Fire Chief, Correctional, CF at Centinela State Prison provides leadership for fire prevention, fire suppression, education, and training program activities under the direction of the Correctional Administrator. The Fire Chief takes command at fire scenes and directs firefighting, rescue, and evacuation operations. This role may serve as Deputy Incident Commander for hazardous material spill/release incidents and coordinates with the Hazardous Material Specialist to ensure compliance with institutional, Federal, and State environmental regulations.

This position also supervises staff receiving Incarcerated Person Work Supervision Pay (IWSP) and certifies monthly that IWSP requirements are met. The Fire Chief performs duties of Health & Safety Officer and promotes acceptable attitudes and behavior among incarcerated people under supervision.

This is a 12-month Limited Term position that may extend to 24 months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. Individuals eligible for a Training and Development assignment may be considered for this position. CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Centinela State Prison is located in Imperial, CA. Address: 2302 Brown Road, Imperial, CA 92251. CDCR and related websites: ;
Centinela facility locator:

Minimum requirements are listed in the Class Specification for Fire Chief, Correctional, CF.

• Job Code: JC-505339
• Position #:
  
  -001
• Working Title:
  
  Fire Chief, CF
• Classification: FIRE CHIEF, CORRECTIONAL FAC
• Salary: $8,770.00 - $11,039.00
• New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or applicable alternate range.
• Number of positions: 1
• Work Location:
  
  Imperial County
• Telework:
  In Office
• Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

In addition to evaluating each candidate's ability, the following factors provide the basis for competitive evaluation:

• Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
• Knowledge:
  Use and upkeep of motorized firefighting equipment; modern firefighting methods and equipment; fire prevention and safety in State institutions; understanding of discipline and inmate management; first aid; safety regulations; and the department's Affirmative Action Program.
• Ability:
  Supervise others; direct inmates; organize, train, and lead a prison fire department in prevention, suppression, and rescue; enforce rules impartially; prepare cost and damage estimates; prepare budget recommendations; review construction plans for safety conformance; maintain records and reports; contribute to affirmative action objectives.
• Desirable
  
  Qualification:
  
  Possession of a California State Board of Fire Services certification as Certified Fire Officer or equivalent college coursework in Fire Science.

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Stephanie Lopez
Phone:
Email:

Reasonable Accommodations inquiries may be directed to the interview scheduler during scheduling; EEO questions may be directed to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Jennifer Burgos
Phone:  ext. 5360
Email:
California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice).

• Priority consideration for Reemployment/Departmental Restriction/State Restriction/Surplus candidates.
• This advertisement may be used to fill this and other vacancies during the recruitment period.
• Various appointment methods may be considered unless specified.
• Positions may be limited term or Training and Development with potential permanent status.
• Salary ranges may vary; final placement will be at appointment.
• Candidates should search for other vacancies if not eligible for this one.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer. It is an objective to maintain a drug-free workplace; applicants will be expected to comply with this objective.