Fire Battalion Chief (Promotional)

County of Alameda•Dublin, CA

About The Position

Under general direction, assigned as a shift commander over all fire stations in the battalion/district, responsible for fire suppression and the supervision of district station operations while on duty; and, performs other related duties as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, please visit: Fire Battalion Chief (#8150) .

Requirements

The equivalent of two years of full-time paid experience as a Fire Captain in the Alameda County Fire Department.
Must be in possession of a valid California driver’s license, either Commercial or Class C, with the Firefighter Endorsement.
Completion, by date of application close, of the following prerequisite training courses: Command 2A Command 2B Command 2C Command 2D Command 2E Management 2A Management 2B Management 2C Management 2D Management 2E ICS400 OR Chief Fire Officer 3A: Human Resources Management Chief Fire Officer 3B: Budget and Fiscal Responsibilities Chief Fire Officer 3C: General Administration Functions Chief Fire Officer 3D: Emergency Service Delivery Responsibilities ICS300 OR CSFM Chief Officer Certification
Is subject to emergency recall while off duty.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of : Modern fire prevention practices and techniques Principles and practices of supervision Training practices and techniques Laws, ordinances, and regulations which govern the fire department Principles, practices, procedures and equipment used in fighting fires and in saving lives and property The operation and maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment Principles of hydraulics, chemistry, and physics as related to fire service Arson investigation Modern administrative, project management and budgetary principles and techniques Hazardous and flammable materials Effective methods of crowd control, building evacuation techniques and traffic rules State and Federal mutual aid systems
Ability to : Effectively convey Department philosophy, messages, and rationale to employees Direct and train subordinates Prepare clear and concise reports Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Recognize and appraise fire hazards Manage time in an effective manner Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public Plan, organize, and implement effectively Perform analysis and problem solving Exercise sound judgment and make decisions Demonstrate management control Demonstrate flexibility Adapt to stress Work effectively with a diverse population Demonstrate interpersonal sensitivity