Deputy Fire Chief

Constellis

4d

About The Position

Deputy Fire Chief under the direction of the Fire Chief,
assist
in supervising and coordinating the activities of a fire company during an assigned shift, to
include participation in and directing personnel in rescue, fire suppression,
fire prevention, station and equipment maintenance, training, and emergency
medical care.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of experience in Fire or Emergency Medical Service work and five (5) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Fire Officer II, Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, and HAZMAT Incident Commander.
• Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor's degree in fire science, or a closely related field. Or any acceptable equivalent combination of Education and Experience.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Must be flexible/adaptable to a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to make verbal and written presentations related to site procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of modern fire suppression and prevention and emergency medical services, principles, procedures, techniques and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of emergency medicine techniques and their application as demonstrated through EMT Certification.
• Intermediate to advanced level keyboard and computer skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple assignments, actions, and direct others to locations and tasks.
• Ability to use sound judgment in stressful situations and capable of staying alert during periods of inactivity.

Responsibilities

• Advises on and establishes policies and procedures for Fire and EMS.
• Plans and implements Fire and EMS programs for the Plant in order to better carry out policies and goals including those set forth in the various Army Regulations, Ordinances, and the State Fire Code.
• Reviews Departmental performance and effectiveness.
• Reviews and recommends the implementation of new and innovative technology.
• Supervises and coordinates the preparation, presentation, and spending of an Annual Budget for the Fire and EMS Department.
• Plans for and reviews specifications for new or replacement equipment.
• Responds to alarms, administers initial emergency (care or response and or service) when necessary and directs activities at the scene of emergencies as required.
• Responsible for the inspection of buildings and other properties for fire hazards and enforces local fire prevention ordinances as well as the State Fire Code.
• Train personnel in all aspects of the job.
• Maintains Departmental discipline and the conduct and general behavior of assigned personnel.
• Prepares and submits monthly reports to the Army regarding department activities and prepares a variety of other reports as appropriate.
• Plans Departmental operations with respect to equipment, apparatus, and personnel and further supervises the implementation of such plans in accordance with established policies.
• Assigns personnel and equipment to such duties and uses as the service requires.
• Other duties that may be assigned by the Fire Chief.
• Perform other related work as required.

Benefits

• Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

What This Job Offers

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