Aviation Deputy Fire Chief

Aviation Deputy Fire Chief

Niamey, Niger

Full-Time

Job
-00047

• High school diploma / GED equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, or Assistant Fire Chief.

• Fire Officer IV, Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor II, Hazardous Material Incident Commander, Airport Firefighter certifications.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Fire Inspector III (Preferred), Fire Instructor III (Preferred), Telecommunicator I and II (Preferred), Marine Firefighter (Only required at F&ES departments without an aircraft firefighting mission), Wildland Firefighting (Only required at F&ES departments with a wildland firefighting mission, as defined by the DoD).

• Manage/support the Aircraft Rescue and Structural Fire Fighter (ARFF & Structural) Services team administratively to support services in Fire Operations.
• Lead Aircraft Rescue and Structural Fire Fighter (ARFR & Structural) services to minimize loss of life and property in the event of fire.
• Control and extinguish fires using various equipment.
• Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of fire protection programs.
• Identify and recommend future planning and execution requirements.
• Manage and account for all assigned materials and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with training and certification requirements.
• Plan for movement of materials, equipment, and personnel in support of operations.
• Conduct daily inspections of personal protective gear.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Plan and conduct emergency response exercises.
• Maintain proficiencies, licenses, and certifications.
• Anticipate and plan for shortfalls in materials and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Standard issue civilian driver's license.
• Have a valid US Passport
• Must have a Secret Security Clearance or be eligible