Assistant Fire Chief-Operations

The Town of Addison is recruiting for its next Assistant Fire Chief (Operations). To apply, please submit a letter of interest and résuméto AddisonAssistantChief@addisontx.gov. First review of applications will be conducted within two weeks of advertisement.
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Under general direction of the Fire Chief, manages and directs the activities and operations of the Fire department, to include emergency response, emergency medical services, training, fire safety, and employee development; acts as safety, command or support for emergencies and disasters.

• Directs the Operations Division through effective planning and staff management; researches, evaluates, and implements policies and procedures to meet Department goals.
• Coordinates Departmental communications, training, and personnel issues; develops strategies to meet Department goals and objectives; interprets concerns, defines desired results, and develops solutions; as assigned, assumes duties of the Fire Chief.
• Assists in developing and managing budget; tracks and evaluates expenditures.
• Provides leadership, direction and guidance for Firefighters to meet the public safety needs of the community; directs the activities of the Department officers and staff; plans, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; instructs and trains staff, monitors work, develops staff skills, and evaluates performance; analyzes workload trends and implements staffing and assignment adjustments.
• Meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, workload, quality standards, and technical issues; reviews recent tactical and technological advancements, evaluates impact on Department operations, and recommend operational improvements.
• Monitors Department operational data, reports, and trends; and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of Department methods and procedures; reviews and approves staff reports.
• Reviews and analyzes operational data and activity reports; identifies Department service demands and resource availability; develops recommendations and plans to improve operational effectiveness.
• Reviews budget and expenditures; approves purchases, monitors and orders supplies, including EMS medical and controlled substance medications; reviews overtime use, and works with Battalion Chiefs on overtime usage and staffing requirements.
• Assumes emergency incident scene command according to Department guidelines; determines the proper course of action, and coordinates response; prioritizes emergency medical responses, and mitigates hazards, emergency situations, and hazardous materials incidents.
• Coordinates the development of emergency preparedness and response plans and programs.
• Reviews and analyzes operational data and activity reports; identifies Department service demands and resource availability; develops recommendations and plans to improve operational effectiveness.
• May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business administration, public administration, or related field; AND
• Ten (10) years progressive fire service experience, including EMS or fire project management experience and instructional fire training experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• National Fire Academy’s (NFA) Managing Officer Program certification is preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be certified or licensed Paramedic with the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS).
• Must hold a Master Firefighter, Fire Instructor II, and Fire Officer II.
• Must be able to obtain Basic ARFF, Fire Instructor III, Fire Officer III, and Fire Officer IV from Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) as part of continued employment.
• Safe driving record and valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Clear Criminal Background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of methods of firefighting, fire prevention, emergency medical practices, and arson investigation.
• Knowledge of applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of leadership and personnel management practices.
• Knowledge of problem solving methods.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of work safety practices, procedures, and protocols.
• Skilled in assuming command level responsibilities, using initiative and independent judgment, and making appropriate decisions, while assuring compliance with Department goals and objectives.
• Skilled in interpreting and explaining federal and state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
• Skilled in using modern management and business principles to analyze and resolve complex operational, disciplinary, technical, and technology issues.
• Skilled in anticipating problems and efficiently implementing solutions.
• Skilled in preparing clear and concise reports.
• Skilled in developing, implementing, and managing budgets.
• Skilled in speaking and delivering presentations to the press, public, and other groups of varying size.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is performed in a standard office environment. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions and temperatures and potential physical danger when field work is required. Must maintain appropriate level of physical fitness as a condition of continued employment and successfully pass the annual job task simulation. This is an exempt position; incumbent will be expected to work whatever hours are necessary to complete responsibilities.
EEO STATEMENTThe Town of Addison is an equal opportunity employer. The Town prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity under law.
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