Fire Chief

CPS HR Consulting•Kirkwood, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kirkwood Meadows Public Utility District (District) is seeking to fill a Fire Chief position to provide supervision, training, and response to emergency operations. The Fire Chief is expected to work an average of 40 hours per week and maintain 24/7 availability to respond to emergencies and support department operations. Strong benefit package including CalPERS membership and salary is competitive based on experience. Please Note: This position is currently under review by the District and CalPERS to establish eligibility for Safety Member designation. Applicants should be aware that the position's retirement designation is subject to change pending CalPERS' final determination.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Three (3) to Five (5) years of increasingly responsible paid fire service experience, or Seven (7) years of experience in the volunteer fire system with a minimum rank of Captain.
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.
Possession of a valid Class B Firefighter I certificate or equivalent.
Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician 1B certificate and enrollment in the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
Valid California or Nevada Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Ability to obtain the ICS-300 (Intermediate Incident Command System) certification; and the ICS-200 (ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents) certification; and the IS-700 (National Incident Management System, an Introduction) certification within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
The ability to obtain the ICS-300 (Intermediate Incident Command System) certification and the IS-800 (National Response Framework, an Introduction) certification within one (1) year from date of hire.
All applicants must submit copies of all certificates at the time of filing.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in fire science highly desirable.
Experienced and community-focused fire service leader with the ability to effectively lead, train, and support a volunteer fire department.
Strong emergency response, organizational, and administrative skills, along with the ability to manage budgets, grants, equipment, and regulatory compliance.
Collaborative communicator who can build positive relationships with volunteers, public officials, partner agencies, and the community while maintaining a high standard of professionalism, preparedness, and public service.
Adaptable, self-motivated, and committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the Kirkwood community.

Responsibilities

Selects, assigns, directs, reviews and evaluates the work of volunteer staff ensuring adherence to local, state and federal laws, regulations and procedures; offers advice and assistance when needed
Supervises, plans and directs the training and development of department volunteer personnel in fire and EMS; adherence to state and federal laws and regulations; and County policies and procedures.
Reviews and evaluates reports for accuracy, completeness and compliance with department policies and procedures.
Develops short and long-range goals for the department.
Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of existing operations and recommends improvements in department services as appropriate; develops training programs to improve incident response and increase effectiveness.
Determines program funding needs and participates in the preparation of the department’s annual budget; authorizes payment of invoices; prepares grant applications and administers grant funding program.
Prepares reports concerning department projects, services and operations; appears before the Board of Directors to present reports.
Directs response to major incidents; responds to major incidents and participates in fire suppression and life safety operations as necessary.
Ensures inventory maintenance and inventory controls.
Maintains and tests equipment.
Establishes specifications for and purchases equipment.
Receives and responds to inquires, request for assistance, concerns and complaints from the public regarding fire service and safety matters.
Keeps abreast of new developments and legislation affecting fire fighting and prevention operations, training and administration.
Attends community meetings and events to explain and promote the activities and functions of the department and to establish favorable public relations; gives public speaking presentations as requested.
Performs general administrative work as required including preparing reports and correspondence, conducting and attending meetings, reviewing mail and literature, etc.
Coordinates with Law Enforcement and Hazmat involving major incidents such as coordinating shelter and evacuation plans and procedures
Acts as a technical resource throughout the emergency