Battalion Chief

1ST APPLICATION REVIEW: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

$70,105 - $89,474 Annually

Job Description and Employment Application

Completed Applications are due no later than 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 to be considered in the 1st review of submitted applications.

Submit to City of Calimesa Human Resources Department at 908 Park Avenue, Calimesa, CA 92320 or via email at dgerdes.

Under general direction of the Fire Chief or designee, manages and directs assigned shift operations, personnel, and Department programs; oversees emergency response, training, EMS, fire prevention, operational readiness, and other assigned areas of responsibility; supervises and evaluates assigned personnel; serves as an Incident Commander or command officer as appropriate; assists with the development and implementation of Department policies, procedures, programs, and operational plans;

coordinates activities with other City departments and partner agencies; and performs related duties as assigned.

• Manage and coordinate the operations and services of an assigned shift, including fire suppression, EMS, fire prevention, training, and other assigned functions.
• Supervise, direct, mentor, and evaluate assigned personnel; participate in selection, orientation, training, professional development, corrective action, and disciplinary processes.
• Provide administrative and technical direction to assigned personnel and ensure appropriate staffing, apparatus, equipment, and resources are available to maintain operational readiness.
• Respond to emergency incidents and serve as Incident Commander or command officer as appropriate; establish incident objectives, strategies, and priorities in accordance with Department policy and the Incident Command System.
• Maintain operational readiness through the inspection and evaluation of personnel, apparatus, equipment, PPE, facilities, and other Department resources.
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate Department training activities; identify training or performance deficiencies and ensure appropriate follow-up and corrective action.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Department and shift goals, policies, procedures, operational plans, and assigned programs.
• Manage assigned Department programs, projects, and areas of responsibility; establish priorities and timelines and ensure assigned work is completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Keep the Fire Chief or designee informed of the status of assigned programs and projects, including significant issues, delays, or resource needs.
• Participate in development and administration of the Department budget and assist in identifying staffing, apparatus, equipment, training, and other resource needs.
• Review emergency incidents, injuries, accidents, and operational performance and recommend improvements to training, safety, policies, and service delivery.
• Coordinate Department activities with City departments, public safety agencies, and other organizations, including automatic aid, mutual aid, and regional response activities.
• Prepare and present reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, plans, statistics, and other documents as required.
• Respond to and assist in resolving personnel, organizational, and community concerns within assigned authority.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, standards, and emerging fire service practices.
• Manage multiple assignments and priorities, exercise independent judgment, and remain accountable to the Fire Chief and established chain of command.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of a Battalion Chief. A typical qualifying background includes seven (7) years of increasingly responsible fire service experience in fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical services, training, or related operations, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience at the Company Officer level or higher.

High school diploma or equivalent; and one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Fire Science, Fire Technology, Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a related field; or
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and California State Fire Training Chief Fire Officer certification.

Knowledge of:

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