Deputy Fire Chief
About the role
This job/class works under the Fire Chief, with a proactive approach to their job they shall develop and coordinate the implementation of programs within organizational goals and policies. The position is responsible for the coordination and supervision of personnel within the department, and effective enactment of the Department's policies and procedures, and emergency plans and operation.
Responsibilities
- Obtains and maintains thorough knowledge of specific laws, plans, policies and procedures and codes pertaining to the Fire Department and the assigned organizational subunit.
- Captures and maintains thorough knowledge of specific laws, plans, policies and procedures and codes pertaining to the Fire Department and the assigned organizational subunit.
- Captures and maintains thorough knowledge of specific laws, plans, policies and procedures and codes pertaining to the Fire Department and the assigned organizational subunit.
- Speaks to schools, businesses, industry, government, and civic groups to educate the community regarding emergency management, EMS, fire safety, etc.
- Develops budget; research acquisition requirements; monitors/tracks budget expenditures.
- Produces routine and special logs, records and reports documenting activities and events.
- Responds to emergency situations; provides scene command; operates fire emergency equipment; provides incident support on major alarms.
- Reviews plans, policies, and procedures; recommends changes and revisions as necessary.
- Supervises subordinates; instructs, sets standards, reviews work, coordinates, and counsels.
- Attends professional and technical seminars, training classes and conferences.
- Maintains records; replies to public records requests; prepares records and statistical data all as required by upper management.
- Provides incident support on alarms.
Requirements
- Requires a bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Administration or closely related field.
- ** Designation as an Executive Fire Officer (EFO) or Chief Fire Officer (CFO) preferred.
- Requires ten years progressively responsible experience as a firefighter, **And five years at the officer level, in fire science, emergency management or closely related experience.
- Emergency Operations management experience as determined by Fire Chief (preferred)
Qualifications
- Special Certifications And Licenses:
- Florida State Driver's License
- Florida Firefighter's Certificate of Compliance
- Requires a Florida Paramedic certification.
- CPR certification
- EVOC or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Florida Fire Officer I certification
- ICS 100, 200, 800 or equivalent
- ICS 300 (within 18 months of employment)
- Florida Fire Officer II (within 18 months of employment)
- Florida Fire Instructor (preferred)
Benefits
Work-Life Balance
36-hour full-time workweek
12 paid holidays
Generous paid leave accrual
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
Pet insurance options
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness initiatives
Professional Growth
Tuition reimbursement
Training and development opportunities
Leadership conferences and seminars
Career advancement within municipal government
Pay
Hiring Range: $92,994.72-$148,914.90
Schedule
36-hour full-time workweek
Skills
Knowledge of specific laws, plans, policies and procedures and codes pertaining to the Fire Department and the assigned organizational subunit.
Benefits
Work-Life Balance
36-hour full-time workweek
12 paid holidays
Generous paid leave accrual
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
Pet insurance options
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness initiatives
Professional Growth
Tuition reimbursement
Training and development opportunities
Leadership conferences and seminars
Career advancement within municipal government