Assistant Fire Chief

City of Live Oak • Live Oak, TX

16h • $109,015 - $117,397

About The Position

A tight-knit community incorporated in 1960, the City of Live Oak has evolved from a rich farming and ranching tradition to a town of quality businesses, family-friendly amenities, and peaceful neighborhoods home to nearly 16,500 residents. The 5.5-square-mile city sits along the bustling, high-growth intersection of I-35 and Loop 1604 just 17 miles northeast of downtown San Antonio, and features rolling hills, a serene lake, and scenic trails. It also shares borders with the cities of San Antonio, Selma, Universal City, and Converse — as well as a portion of unincorporated Bexar County — and residents enjoy a variety of shopping and dining destinations, state-of-the-art medical facilities, and easy access to the attractions of Texas’s third-largest metro area. Known for its natural beauty and small-town charm, Live Oak features three developed parks totaling approximately 135 acres. Along with a lake offering fishing nd non-motorized boating, ball fields serving league sports, a skate park, and a 200 visitor-capacity swimming pool, the City features two professional disc golf courses designed by master designer John Houck. The Live Oak Fire Department provides “All-Hazards” fire department response services to the citizens and businesses of Live Oak and the surrounding communities. Live Oak is a member of the Combined Emergency Services Organization (CESO) – created to establish automatic regional response, and standardized training, operating procedures, and communications. Live Oak provides Advanced Life Support – First Response with Schertz EMS providing Emergency Medical Services and transport. The department provides services from a modern 26,000 square foot, six bay fire station, responding both a Ladder company and an Engine company to all structure fires. With 21 shift personnel and 3 administrative positions, the command structure includes a Fire Chief, an Assistant Fire Chief, a Deputy Fire Marshal, three (3) Captains (Fire Shift Commander), six (6) Lieutenants (Company Officers), and 12 Firefighter/Drivers working on three (3) shifts on 48/96 hours schedules. The Position: Under the direct general direction of the Fire Chief/Fire Marshal, this position assists in planning, directing, and reviewing the activities and operations of the Fire Department including fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous material mitigation, personnel supervision, public safety education, emergency medical services, emergency management, and administrative support services. Participates in coordinating assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies, supervises the department in the absence of the Fire Chief/Fire Marshal and provides highly responsible and complex executive level support to the Fire Chief/Fire Marshal as a member of the management team.

Requirements

• Knowledge of – Project management methods.
• Methods of firefighting, fire prevention, emergency medical practices, and arson investigation.
• Supervisory principles and practices.
• Work safety practices, procedures, equipment, and protocols.
• Building and fire protection systems.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and safety regulations.
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records.
• General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment.
• Skill in – Reading and accurately interpreting plans and schematics.
• Developing and implementing budgets and long-range plans.
• Maintaining composure in stressful situations.
• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Effectively leading, supervising, training and developing assigned staff.
• Preparing accurate reports and statements.
• Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships.
• Operating a computer and related software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Business Administration, or related field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible fire department experience which includes three (3) years of upper management and supervisory experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter and Instructor certification, Texas DSHS Emergency Medical Technician required.

Responsibilities

• Collects and organizes documentation of activities required for regulatory compliance; coordinates and plans departmental training to meet the Insurance Services Office (ISO) and Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) requirements.
• Supervises and monitors work tasks; enforces policies and procedures and resolves issues among personnel; conducts performance appraisals and addresses issues.
• Participates in the development and management of the department’s strategic plan; attends and reports to City Council meetings regarding financial and procedural issues; prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence; assists with writing new City ordinances and operating procedures.
• Research information on new equipment; obtains bids for purchases of new equipment; schedules, logs, and reports all vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Ensures fire protection throughout the city through fire inspectors and plans examiners; responds to major emergencies and assumes appropriate role within the incident command system; provides assistance with EMS calls and operates emergency vehicles as needed.
• Coordinates public relations events and station tours in conjunction with the Fire Inspector; assists citizens and the public with questions and concerns; installs, tests, and replaces smokes detectors and provides public safety education for the public.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• generous vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays
• an employee assistance program
• longevity pay of $10 per month
• The organization pays 100% of employees’ medical and dental premiums and 45% of premiums for covered dependents.
• The City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System, which pairs employees’ 7% contributions with a 2:1 employer match, and offers a voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive