Technical Services Officer (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY)

City of East Point•Ga, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is supervisory and administrative work in commanding and coordinating all technical services of the Fire Rescue Division. Work involves responsibility for the supervision of homeland security, fire prevention, fire investigation, code enforcement, public education, plan review and hazardous materials. Employees in this class are responsible for the effective and efficient utilization of equipment and personnel in these areas and associated administrative work.

Requirements

Applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science or related field
Must possess a minimum of eight (8) years as Certified Firefighter
Must possess four (4) years of supervisory experience
Must possess Certification as Fire Inspector I and Fire and Life Safety Educator according to NFPA 1033 and 1035
Must possess a valid State of Georgia Class A driver’s license or any equivalent combination of education, experience or training that would meet the requirements for this job.
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 modern fire inspection principles, practices and methods
Knowledge of fire investigation practices
Knowledge of fire protection systems
Knowledge of hazardous materials, water supply systems, fire loads, fire cause determination and fire safety education
Knowledge of building construction
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 reading building plans and specifications
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 read blueprints and plats
Ability to apply judgment in making decisions on code compliance
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees, architects, construction workers, builders and the public.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Actively participates in planning the Prevention Division’s operations with respect to equipment and manpower.
Conducts manpower/staffing utilization analysis and recommends effective utilization policies and procedures in conjunction with the budgetary process.
Evaluates the need for and recommends the purchase of equipment and operating supplies in conjunction with budget preparation.
Supervises the daily operations and administrative activities of the City's Technical Services Division of the Fire Department.
Coordinates operational activities and maintains effective communication between all Fire Rescue divisions and service locations.
Inspects new and existing buildings and developments for code compliance; issue citations as required.
Develops the plan review process; reviews building plans for adherence to fire safety codes.
Coordinates and communicates with buildings, architects, engineers and other industry professionals; Approves or disapproves plans; maintains records and reports.
Reviews plats and development plans for adherence to fire safety codes.
Develops, implements and evaluates a code enforcement process that ensures compliance with fire safety regulations.
Trains new fire inspectors about the various inspection and code enforcement processes.
Responds to fire scenes and takes active role in incident command; makes determination as to the safety of the fire prior to conducting fire investigations; documents fire scene; prepares investigative report.
Performs hazardous materials inspection as necessary.
Prepares and reviews inspection reports.
Researches and writes fire safety ordinances and submit to chief for review; coordinates adoption of ordinance with appropriate local and state entities.
Plans, organizes and implements community fire education program.
Directs field personnel assigned to technical services programs.
Reviews reports on prevention operations and in initiating appropriate corrective action as needed.
Participates in the hiring, discipline and performance appraisal process for assigned divisions.
Assesses the efficiency of prevention and investigative operations and recommends and implementing changes as necessary.
Performs other related duties as required.