Assistant Fire Chief (FT) - Anoka

About the role

This full-time position is a senior-level officer responsible for managing various programs within the Fire Department with a primary focus on fire protection plan review, code enforcement, fire investigation, juvenile fire setter intervention, community fire safety programs, and other programs as assigned by the Fire Chief.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research of code issues in coordination with the fire department and fire inspection staff.
• Assists in managing the Fire Department Operations Division including personnel, emergency response, and the related training and safety programs.
• Provides incident command functions, and supervision of fire officers and firefighters at emergency scenes and in other work settings.
• Provides administrative and operations support and direction as assigned.

Requirements

Commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree in fire science, public administration, or a related field.
• Must have a valid Minnesota driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Minnesota Firefighter II certification.
• Must have a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in fire service management.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in fire investigation and fire prevention.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in juvenile fire setter intervention.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in community fire safety programs.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of fire codes and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Benefits

Not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.