Battalion Chief - Operations - EMT

Key Job Responsibilities:
Supervise company officers in performance of firefighting, rescue, EMS, hazardous materials, public relation, administrative and maintenance duties as outlined in department policy, procedures, guidelines, directives and protocols
Function as Incident Commander during multi-company and complex incidents or when a Unified Command structure is implemented
Function as Division/Group Supervisor during multi-company, complex, and auto/mutual-aid incidents or when a Unified Command structure is implemented
Comply with department policies, guidelines, directives and protocols
Responsible to ensure adequate staffing in accordance with department policy
Responsible for management of shift payroll accuracy and submittal
Responsible for assigned administrative duties
Responsible for conducting regular shift training to maintain operational efficiency
Responsible for major department areas (e.g. fleet, EMS, respiratory protection, etc.)
Perform initial department accident and injury investigations
Perform other duties as assigned

Supervision Received:
Will receive supervision from department Assistant Chief and above
Knowledge / Skills:
Must possess strong knowledge of the Incident Management System, fire ground strategy and tactics, current rescue practices, and EMS patient care standards
Must be able to work in combination department composed of both Full-Time and Part-Time fire suppression and EMS personnel
Must have working computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office software suite
Must possess strong verbal communication skills

Minimum Qualifications (Duration of employment):
High school diploma or GED
Current TCFP Structural Fire Fighter – Advanced certification
Current TCFP Fire Officer II certification
Current TCFP Instructor II certification
Current TCFP Driver/Operator – Pumper certification
Current TCFP Hazardous Materials – Technician
Current TCFP Incident Safety Officer certification
Current Blue Card or TCFP Incident Commander certification
Current TDSHS/National Registry EMT-Basic certification/licensure
Valid Texas Class "B" Exempt driver's license
NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
6 years of Company Officer experience
Satisfactorily pass annual EMS protocol testing administered by the medical director
40-college hours from an accredited college or university

Preferred Qualifications (Duration of employment):
- TCFP Incident Commander certification – Within 1-year of employment
- TCFP Fire Officer III/ IV – Within 1-year of employment
- Current TCFP Driver/Operator – Aerial certification- Within 1-year of employment
- Current TCFP Hazardous Materials Incident Commander- Within 1-year of employment
- TEEX Structural Collapse Technician course completion- When pre-requisites are met

Physical & Job Requirements:
Carry 100lbs for a minimum of 200' while wearing protective equipment and respiratory protection
Connect, carry and operate fire hose on burning materials/objects at grade level, below grade level and from elevated positions while on even/dry & uneven/slippery surfaces while wearing protective equipment and respiratory protection in varying climate/temperature/environment/visibility
Carry, deploy, climb and operate from ground ladders at grade level, below grade level and from elevated positions while on even/dry & uneven/slippery surfaces while wearing protective equipment and respiratory protection in varying climate/temperature/environment/visibility
Operate at heights during fire and rescue operations, including climbing aerial ladders, while wearing protective equipment and respiratory protection in varying climate/temperature/environment/visibility
Operate hand tools (axe, Halligan, pike pole) and power tools/equipment (saws, extrication equipment) at grade level, below grade and from elevated positions while on even/dry & uneven/slippery surfaces while wearing protective equipment and respiratory protection in varying climate/temperature/environment/visibility
Perform rescue operations of persons trapped in burning structures, vehicles, machinery and other objects using extrication equipment and other power tools while on even/dry & uneven/slippery surfaces while wearing protective equipment and respiratory protection in varying climate/temperature/environment/visibility
Perform patient care to sick and injured in accordance with state requirements and department protocols as established by department medical director. This is inclusive of patient assessment, treatment, extrication and reporting practices
Observe and follow established department safety rules inclusive of protective equipment, respiratory protection and other apparel/devices as appropriate
Drive and operate department vehicles in accordance with applicable state laws and department policies inclusive of pump operations, aerial operations, water supply operations and other emergency activities
Perform all job duties in both indoor and outdoor settings with varying weather conditions (dry/rain/snow) and temperature (cold/hot)
Perform all job duties in areas with potentially high levels of ambient noise from apparatus, equipment and machinery
Participate in and lead shift training as required
Subject to mandatory recall during times of natural disaster, extreme conditions and as directed by department and/or city government
Only full-time employment with the City of Stafford permitted. Additional Full-Time employment of any type is not permitted during length of employment.

Eligible Certification Pay (Monthly):
TDSHS/National Registry EMT-Intermediate* $150.00
TDSHS/National Registry EMT-Paramedic* $334.00
TCFP Hazardous Materials Technician $25.00
TCFP Instructor I $25.00
TCFP Structural Fire Fighter – Intermediate certification* $25.00
TCFP Structural Fire Fighter – Advanced certification* $50.00
TEEX Structural Collapse Technician $25.00
*Only the highest EMS and Fire Fighter certification levels are eligible

Hiring Process:
Applications, with attached copies of all required certifications, college transcripts, and driver's license, are due by 4:00 pm on March 20, 2026. Failure to provide all required copies will result in disqualification from testing.
Applicants meeting requirements will be scheduled for a 2-day testing process:
•March 23, 2026: Written test (70-passing grade)
Physical agility testing (pass/fail)
Tactical assessment (graded)
•March 24, 2026: Graphic biography (10-minutes; graded)
Interview panel (graded)

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer