Deputy Fire Chief of Administration (Internal Applicants Only)

City of East Point•Ga, GA

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a supervisory and administrative position. Work involves managing, reviewing and preparing various reports, directing and supervising sworn and non-sworn personnel, providing management support in planning and writing and administering departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science or related field
must possess valid State of Georgia Class A driver’s license
a minimum of ten (10) years as Certified Firefighter
five (5) years of supervisory experience
three (3) years with the City of East Point Fire Department
Advanced knowledge of fire prevention methods and techniques.
Advanced knowledge of the geography of City of East Point.
Advanced knowledge of the principles of supervision and management.
Knowledge of administrative functions of the department.
Knowledge of City of East Point Fire Codes and related ordinances.
Knowledge of budgeting techniques and basic bookkeeping and record keeping practices.
Knowledge of the staff, operations and equipment of other related agencies and mutual aid systems and knowledge of Fire Department funding sources.
Skill in the use of tools, equipment and apparatus to fight fires, rescue or provide emergency medical care.
Skill in the application of first aid principles and techniques.
Ability to express ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in resolving operational problems.
Ability to react promptly and correctly in emergency situations.
Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.
Ability to train and direct staff in the use of equipment in fire tactics, strategy and control.
Ability to effectively command as required the operation of an assigned shift.
Ability to establish and cooperative relationships with fellow employees, architects, construction workers, builders and the public.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Budget and fiscal duties include preparing and developing budget; justifying expenditures and needs; approving expenditures; administering budget and ensuring compliance.
Oversees payroll process.
Researches and writes grant applications; oversees administration of awarded grants.
Conducts strategic planning sessions to develop departmental goals; develops performance measures and annual report; manages fire department website and other special projects as assigned by the Fire Chief.
Stays abreast of trends and practices in fire administration by attending conferences, routinely researching, reading and analyzing field literature.
Prepares and makes presentations to Mayor and Council and community groups, as required.
Coordinates communications with other divisions in the department and the City.
Oversees development and implementation of all community programs.
Serves as public information officer for the Fire Department.
Supervises the daily operations and administrative activities of the EMS, training, public education and administration divisions.
Participates in the hiring, discipline and performance appraisal process for assigned divisions.
Participates in the development of City of East Point ordinances related to fire safety and prevention and departmental policies and procedures.
Plans, organizes, assigns, monitors and evaluates the work of EMS, training, public education and administration.
Fulfills responsibilities of Fire Chief in his or her absence.
Performs other related duties as required.