FIRE CHIEF

Summary Objectives

The purpose of this position is to function under the administrative direction of the City Manager and provide administrative direction and leadership for all Fire/Emergency and Medical functions, operations, and personnel through the supervision of staff and a review of their activities.

This class works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports. Review the general operation of the department to determine efficiency; provide direction on major projects or problem areas; plan for the future by developing and implementing policies and procedures and providing policy guidance. Responsible, through study and consultation with City officials, for developing recommendations for the protection of life and property in the City. Coordinates department activities with other City officials or outside agencies and provides responsible and complex staff support to the City Manager. Directs and is responsible for personnel, property, and operations of the department. Reviews departmental operations through written reports or personal observation and takes necessary action to improve operations. Directs the administrative and departmental budget exercising control over expenditures and assessing the need for and recommending the addition of new personnel, material, apparatus or supplies. Develops and implements departmental policy and procedures and ensures they are followed by members of the Department. Responds to major alarms and personally directs activities at large fires or disasters and/or reviews the supervisory activities of subordinates at other emergencies. Works with other departments on mutual aid agreements.

Minimum education and experience requirements

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, or a related field. Requires formal training in modern fire administration methods and procedures, and at least seven (7) years of experience in fire services with progressive supervisory experience to include at least five (5) years of upper-level fire management.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Florida State Certified Firefighter

Florida State Certified EMT or Paramedic

Emergency Vehicle Operators Certification

FEMA 100,200,300,400,700 & 800

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's license

Residency requirement - Any person who is appointed as a Department Director, Assistant to the City Manager or Deputy City Manager, shall establish a residence within the corporate limits of the City within 12 months of such appointment and shall maintain the principal residence (domicile) therein during the entire term of such appointment.

All applicants must upload an educational diploma/degree and a valid Driver's License to the application system in the document section of the online application. This position requires the successful passing of a background check and drug screening.

Failure to upload the required documents will result in an automatic disqualification.