Deputy Fire Chief

General Description

Under executive direction, the purpose of the position is to assist with highly responsible administrative, operational and supervisory work involving the overall management of Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department operations and administration to include, but not limited to, fire suppression, emergency medical service, codes and fire prevention, training, and support services such as budget, finance, payroll, fleet, etc.

Employees in this classification perform in an entry executive capacity in two (2) distinct disciplines (Operations and Administration) to ensure County welfare and growth is accounted for when developing and implementing departmental goals and objectives. Position functions to support the Fire Chief in maximizing effective operations that prevent and minimize injury and/or loss of life and property in emergency fire and medical response situations.

Such duties may include fire suppression, on-scene command, emergency medical services (EMS), ensuring training and safe practices for all emergency responders, fire prevention, administrative personnel and fire reserves, the liaison with the fire communications center, fire safety code enforcement, preparation and administration of disciplinary procedures, supervision of maintenance operations, supply and logistics of supply, research and studies, capital projects, specification writing, and the operation and maintenance of department computers.

In instances where the position may be held by non-fire certified personnel, the title Deputy Director will apply.

Note: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAY GRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Assists in the direction, planning, and implementation of the County's Comprehensive Emergency Plan and all Department goals and objectives; coordinates and integrates all activities under charge toward achievement of established goals and objectives; assists in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Monitors/prepares/directs the preparation of required monthly and annual reports of activities of the Department for submission/assures extracts are prepared for State, Federal and accrediting agencies as required.
• Directs assigned staff of professional, technical, and support employees engaged in all phases of the operations and administration of short-term and long-term Department activities/programs for the County; assists in the development and implementation of short- and long-term goals and programs consistent with the County's goals and objectives.
• Recommends the purchase of equipment to the Fire Chief.
• Researches and provides professional direction and advice to departmental professional and technical staff.
• Responds to highly involved fire alarms and emergency medical calls; assumes command, if necessary, directs fire suppression, emergency medical activities and hazardous materials control.
• Attends and represents Department at various executive meetings for the dissemination of information; prepares Departmental management meetings for dissemination of information; attends professional seminars, training conferences and meetings; represents the County’s Department at various events, meetings or conferences.
• Participates in the ICS/NIMS as warranted and assigned.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

• Oversees daily operations for fire suppression and EMS services. Provides leadership and management to Division Chiefs and Battalion Chiefs.
• Plans for and anticipates emergency services needs, recommends response guidelines, works with administrative staff to identify station locations, develops…