DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF OF ADMINISTRATION

JOB
This is an exempt position which requires highly responsible administrative work in the planning, direction, and administration of several divisions of the Fire Department.Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Plans, organizes, supervises, and coordinates the work of all members assigned to the specified divisions including EMS, Suppression, Fire Prevention, Training, Crisis Readiness, and Public Affairs.Guides, advises, and directs the operation of relevant division as well as individual members of departmental personnel.Ensures that work schedules, overtime expenses, payroll reports, and a wide variety of other relevant reports and queries reflect accurate data in order to assist the department in drawing proper conclusions.Responds to all major incidents in support of Incident Commanders.Respond to fire suppression incidents, fire prevention, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, disaster preparedness, and related programs promptly and as needed.Supervises the Battalion Chief of Public Relations, Grant Writer and Data Analyst, Fire Department Administrative Support Staff, Logistics Manager, and Fire Mechanic Supervisor.Oversees and directs the Administration of the EMS DivisionObserves and directs the administration of the Fire Department’s Safety program. Acts as the Fire Department’s Health and Safety Officer and the Infectious Control Officer.Working knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH, and NFPA guidelines.Coordinates the Emergency Management of the City of Plantation, under the direction of the Fire Chief.Ensures and oversees the Fire Department’s adherence and compliance with HIPPA protected information.Ensures compliance for the correct handling and record-keeping of controlled substances, in accordance with DEA requirements, as well as other relevant Federal, State, and local laws. Identifies problems and takes appropriate action through either delegation or personal direction in order to arrive at an effective disposition.Monitors ?re reports in order to identify trends and administers course corrections to improve service delivery.Reviews existing programs and activities to ensure comprehensive services with accurate and up-to-date information.Conducts research and develops initiatives to address necessary changes to the operation of the department.Ensures compliance with the City Code of Ordinances, City Handbook, and procurement procedures by reviewing and monitoring procurement conducted by any member of the department.Assists the Fire Chief in a variety of projects and assignments.Attends meetings as directed by the Fire Chief.Acts as liaison for the Fire Chief as assigned. Performs related work as required and as directed.