Deputy Fire Chief Job Scottsdale area,Arizona USA,Management

Overview

Under limited supervision of the Fire Chief, the Deputy Chief plans, creates, coordinates and evaluates the overall operation within one of the divisions for the Salt River Fire Department. The position is responsible for the oversight and compliance of division, as well as formulating policy, procedures, and recommendations for considerations by the Fire Chief. This is treated as an FLSA Exempt and considered a DRIVING position.

Essential

Functions

Establishes performance objectives, goals and training needs of their assigned division as well as organize, plan and direct, activities and operations of the programs and functions within the division.

Attends regular and special board meetings and provides background information and research data to the command staff through personal and/or subordinate staff reports on plans, proposals, alternatives, and recommendations.

Conducts and/or participates in working meetings with a wide variety of individuals and groups; utilizes leadership, management, and interpersonal skills in reaching decisions, formulating recommendations, and the negotiation/resolution of competing issues that are significant, sensitive, and often controversial.

Evaluation of the department’s resources, structure, and service levels in relation to the community’s expectations and future needs.

Participate in the development, administration and management of the Fire Department budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for effective operation of the Department; monitor and approve expenditures; implement mid-year adjustments.

Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Establishes cooperative relationships with local and regional partners

Represents and serves on committees, task forces, and interagency coordinating groups regarding the fire department: presenting materials and reports to the Tribal Council and or committee.

Performs other job-related duties that enhance and facilitate departmental operations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of the culture, customs, traditions, history and government of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Knowledge of the Salt River Fire Department policies and procedures.
Knowledge ofmodern principles, practices, methods, techniques and equipment used in a state-of-the-art, fire department in fire suppression, fire prevention, and administration.
Knowledge of principles of employee supervision, training, and evaluations
Knowledge ofmodern administrative, project management and budgetary principles and techniques.
Knowledge of Leadership principles laws, ordinances, and regulations which govern a fire department

Ability to perform research, analyze findings and prepare administrative and technical reports
Ability tomeet and deal tactfully and effectively with the public, subordinates, peers, and supervisors
Ability to manage time in an effective manner.
Ability to provide effective communications
Ability toperform analysis and problem solving.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and use sound judgement in prioritizing.
Ability to perform other duties as assigned

Skill in Microsoft Office and other related software programs
Skill in incident command procedures
Skill in public speaking and technical instruction
Skill in conflict de-escalation /resolution
Skill in providing a professional appearance, time management and punctuality
Skill in program management

Education & Experience

A bachelor’s degree in Fire Service, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or Chief Officer Certification and or training such as Executive Fire Officer – National Fire Academy, Chief Fire Officer Certification – Center for Public Safety Excellence, Commission on Fire Accreditation International, or related training preferred. 7 years in public management (rank of Captain and above) with three years (3) as a battalion chief.

Equivalency

Any equivalent combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to…


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