Deputy Fire Chief

City of Lewiston•Lewiston, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Lewiston is seeking an accomplished fire service professional ready to lead people, embrace opportunities, and help shape the future of the Lewiston Fire Department as the city’s next Deputy Fire Chief. This is an opportunity to help lead a strong department, develop people, bring fresh ideas and perspective, and continue growing as a fire service professional. We are looking for a leader who is visible, accountable, collaborative, and open-minded. Someone who builds relationships, sets clear expectations, follows through, and is willing to engage in candid and constructive conversations. Our next Deputy Chief will approach opportunities and challenges with curiosity and creativity, bringing people together to find solutions and move the department forward. As Deputy Fire Chief, you will be a trusted partner to the Fire Chief and an important part of the department's leadership. You should be comfortable stepping forward when needed, exercising sound judgment, remaining composed under pressure, and making thoughtful decisions while keeping communication and collaboration at the forefront. We want someone who genuinely enjoys training, coaching, mentoring, and developing others and who wants to invest in the department and the Lewiston community. We are looking for a leader who sees this as an opportunity to contribute, grow, build relationships, and make a meaningful, long-term impact. If you are ready to lead with purpose, develop others, bring ideas to the table, and help shape what comes next for the Lewiston Fire Department, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in fire science or a related field.
Minimum of two years of experience at the level of Battalion Chief, or five years of responsibility at the company officer level (including verified acting out-of-class experience at or above the company officer level.
ICS 300 and 400 or equivalency.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Maintain valid Idaho and Washington EMS certification.
Knowledge of City, State, and Federal fire suppression laws, contract obligations, rules, regulations, codes and standard operating procedures.
Knowledge of Fire suppression methods, equipment and techniques of fire fighting.
Knowledge of City streets and location of fire hydrants.
Knowledge of Construction methods and materials.
Knowledge of Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
Knowledge of Policies and organization of the Lewiston Fire Department.
Knowledge of Principles and practices of fire science.
Knowledge of Rescue and evacuation techniques.
Knowledge of Appropriate medical treatment in emergency situations.
Knowledge of Allocation and deployment of personnel and equipment at significant incidents.
Knowledge of Record-keeping and report writing techniques.
Knowledge of Chemical properties of a variety of hazardous materials.
Knowledge of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) techniques.
Knowledge of Area-wide emergency management plan.
Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Knowledge of Oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of Infection control policies, practices and follow-up.
Knowledge of Patient Care Guidelines.
Knowledge of Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Record-keeping techniques (i.e., NFIRS, PCR).
Knowledge of Collective Labor Agreement.
Ability to make timely and informed decisions.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and direct the activities of the fire suppression and EMS divisions of the Fire Department.
Ability to read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to prepare, develop and control division budgets.
Ability to supervise the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of specialized fire suppression vehicles, apparatus and equipment.
Ability to respond to emergency medical calls and direct treatment for sick and injured persons as needed.
Ability to train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
Ability to utilize appropriate fire suppression agents and techniques.
Ability to supervise fire suppression activities.
Ability to assure the preparations and maintenance of records and reports.
Ability to enforce fire laws, codes and ordinances.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to plan and organize work.
Ability to work independently with little direction.
Ability to provide clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal tactfully with supervisors, labor leaders, and the general public.
Ability to manage time proficiently.
Ability to maintain open lines of communications with the various units within the fire department.
Ability to delegate assignments.

Responsibilities

Assist the Fire Chief in leading a fire staff of 69 fire personnel in providing Fire, EMS, Hazardous Materials and rescue services to the Lewiston community.
Perform advanced professional and administrative work in planning, coordinating and directing department activities under the general supervision of the Fire Chief.
Manage operations including the emergency response aspects of the department.
Participate in budget preparation and management.
Make recommendations for hiring, promotions, and equipment purchases.
Ensure adequate staffing.
Guide other leaders in personnel matters and disciplinary processes.
Respond to emergency incidents to assist or assume command.
Respond to multi-company Fire, EMS, Rescue, Hazardous Materials, and other emergencies.
Respond to inter-agency (law enforcement, mutual aid, emergency management, mass casualty) incidents.
May assume command and control of emergency incidents as Incident Commander or command or general staff positions in the IC system that would include inter-agency incidents where application of Unified Command would be warranted.
Direct operations of responding companies.
Coordinate rehabilitation of personnel.
Supervise the work of all personnel within assigned division(s) to include cross-divisional supervision responsibilities.
Communicate department mission statement, goals, values, standards and philosophies to employees.
Ensure all division employees understand, support, and comply with department General Orders, Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines, policies and procedures.
Attend meetings.
Advise subordinates on current problems, instructions, outline of policies and other matters of importance affecting day-to-day operation.
Maintain EMS agency license for Idaho and Washington.
Coordinate with Division Chief of training to ensure all personnel maintain ems certifications.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies for the provision of emergency services.
Respond to multi-company fire, rescue, and emergency EMS ambulance transport incidents in Lewiston, Nez Perce County, Asotin and Whitman Counties in Washington as directed by intergovernmental contracts.
May assume command and control of emergency incidents as Incident Commander or a support position in the Incident Command System.
Direct operations of responding companies to save and protect lives, protect property, stop property loss and protect the environment.
Coordinate physical and psychological rehabilitation of personnel.
Respond to inter-agency (law enforcement, mutual aid, emergency management, mass casualty) incidents.
Assume command and control of emergency incidents as Incident Commander or a support position in the Incident Command System that would include inter-agency incidents where application of Unified Command would be warranted.
Complete performance evaluations for immediate subordinates and review performance evaluations for employees supervised through others.
Advise other division supervisors on performance evaluations as they relate to their division responsibility for all ranks below Deputy Fire Chief.
Reinforce and acknowledge good performance.
Prepare updates and review job descriptions for assigned personnel.
Develop and coordinate selection process for new employees in conjunction with Human Resources.
Assist with promotional candidates interviews and make recommendations for selection, promotion, or commendations.
Cooperatively assist and lead the development of promotional examinations with the bargaining unit representatives.
Recommend, research, draft and provide input on ordinances, departmental policy and SOPs, which comply with established City ordinances, State and Federal laws and rules and procedures of contract jurisdictions.
Develop, implement and coordinate Fire Department activities, operations and programs.
Serve as department resource for special projects or assignments.
Represent the department at City of Lewiston advisory boards.
Act as liaison with management, staff and the public.
Assist in development and implementation of City disaster plans.
Represent the Fire Department to the community through involvement in community activities and professional organizations.
Coordinate activities with other department divisions and other City departments.
Keep abreast of trends and developments affecting EMS and fire service management.
Assist Fire Chief in specific areas of master planning.
Identify actual or potential areas of departmental conflict and present facts and/or recommendations to subordinate supervisors, peers, Fire Chief, City Council and Mayor.
Review labor relations issues, grievances and recommend appropriate resolutions to Fire Chief.
Recommend and follow through on necessary disciplinary action.
Establish division goals, objectives, and priorities.
Help develop and present budget objectives and data for assigned division(s).
Monitor divisional budgets keeping within budget constraints and department policy.
Prepare periodic summary and/or statistical reports of division activities and project results.
Maintain department facilities in a state of readiness.
Work in conjunction with the Fire Marshal for fire NERIS compliance.
Prepare and administer grants.
Review and make recommendations for staffing, equipment, and budgetary needs to accomplish the mission of the department.
Research division equipment and vehicle purchases.
Write bid specifications.
Order and coordinate activities and supplies with contractors.
Conduct investigations related to citizen complaints and those circumstances that may result in employee discipline following department rules and regulations.
Assist with preparation with news releases, brochures, correspondence, and other informational material.
Assist the Fire Chief and other Fire Department employees in preparation and review of material for speeches, conferences, news releases, etc.
Serve as Acting Fire Chief as designated.
Other duties as assigned.