Deputy Fire Chief (20784233)

Description

Job Title: Deputy Fire Chief

Department: Fire

Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt, Benefitted

Salary Range: $20,266.00 - $21,213.00 monthly

DEFINITION

Under administrative direction, is responsible for the delivery of emergency services, including disaster preparedness, training and professional development and quality assurance/quality improvement.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Deputy Chief commands assigned divisions of the department. In the absence of the Fire Chief, the Deputy Chief will assume command of the Fire Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction administration from the Fire Chief. Supervises any or all of the sworn and non-sworn professional, administrative, technical and support personnel within the Operations, Support or Administrative Bureaus of the Department

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Manages a wide range of administrative assignments including planning, organizing and directing
• Assists in supervising and coordinating various functions, including assuming command at emergencies,
• Prepares and administers the operating and capital projects budgets.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures
• Manages a variety of personnel issues, including selecting, training, motivating and evaluating the work of staff.
• Researches and evaluates modern fire protection practices.
• Completes and reviews employee performance evaluations and takes appropriate action.
• Represents the City and Fire Agencies through professional interactions with the public, community groups, and professional organizations.
• Prepares directives, completes a variety of technical and departmental reports and projects.
• Acts as Chief in the Fire Chief's absence
• Performs other duties as assignment or required.