Battalion Chief – Emergency Services Coordinator

City of Fredericksburg•Fredericksburg, VA

7d•$92,503 - $150,103•Onsite

About The Position

The Battalion Chief – Emergency Services Coordinator oversees the City of Fredericksburg’s emergency management program, handling planning and coordination with various stakeholders. This role includes monitoring conditions, supporting emergency activities, and ensuring EOC readiness. The position acts as a Field Battalion Chief backup and requires 24/7 availability for emergencies and other events.

Requirements

Virginia DCJS Communications Basic certification (or approved out-of-state equivalent)
NWS SKYWARN Weather Spotter Basic within 12 months of appointment
Obtain membership in the Virginia Emergency Management Association [VEMA]
Experience as a firefighter, Company Officer and/or Chief Officer
FEMA IS-100, 200, 700 and 800
Ability to obtain Virginia Criminal Information Network [VCIN] certification.
FEMA Professional Development Series (Within 6 months of appointment)
FEMA Advanced Professional Series (Within 18 months of appointment)
FEMA Basic Emergency Management Professional Program (e.g. Basic Academy) (Within 24 months of appointment)
Minimum of five (5) years in a supervisory role that provides direction and coordination during events, incidents or disasters. Examples include but are not limited to: Military Service, Fire/EMS Service, Foreign Service, FEMA Corps/FEMA Reservist
Certified or ability to obtain Emergency Vehicle Operator [EVOC], minimum Level 1, but Level II and III preferred.
Valid Virginia driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

Fire Officer Level II preferred.
FEMA IS-300 and 400 preferred
VDEM ICS Instructor within three (3) years of appointment
Certified Emergency Manager Designation or Virginia Professional Emergency Manager Designation within five (5) years of appointment.
Bachelors Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Fire Administration or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide situational awareness and recommendations to City Management for emergency declarations.
Ensure citizens and visitors are informed and prepared for disasters, promoting community resilience.
Act as the locality point of contact for mitigation, planning, preparedness, response, and recovery related to disasters.
Collaborate and coordinate with all City agencies and departments under the direction of the Fire Chief and City Manager.
Maintain the EOC in a state of readiness and serve as the EOC Manager when activated.
Collaborate in developing and maintaining various emergency plans, such as the EOP and Continuity Plan.
Serve as the City’s representative on the Regional Emergency Planning Committee.
Assist in developing the emergency management portion of the Fire Department budget and prepare necessary reports.
Apply for and manage State and Federal Grants through VDEM and FEMA.
Support City agencies in securing grant funding through disaster and non-disaster programs.
Work with City departments to develop a resource list and inventory for emergency response.
Acquire equipment in collaboration with the City’s Finance and Procurement Office.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the public and emergency services.
Support the City’s Communication Manager and PIOs with crisis communications.
Provide sufficient notice of significant events to citizens, City Staff, and private businesses.
Maintain the City’s Mass Notification Platform and Storm Ready Community certification.
Attend and speak at community events to support emergency management efforts.