Battalion Chief Training​/Safety Officer

Under the general supervision from the Deputy Chief and/or his/her designee, performs a variety of administrative, supervisory and technical work in planning, coordinating, directing and delivering training activities in the areas of Fire, EMS, Haz-Mat, ARFF, Rescue and other specialized areas.

Maintains proficiency of job knowledge and skills through training and personal/professional development.

• Regular attendance is required to perform the duties of this position.
• Reviews, evaluates, develops, implements and documents Fire and EMS training sessions, safety meetings and programs.
• Maintains current Fire, Haz-Mat, ARFF, Safety and other specialized certification records and training session records.
  
  Assists with maintaining EMS records and training sessions.
• Responds to emergencies as required; may assume command and/or safety officer role as needed.
• Adheres to all applicable Federal, State, County and Local regulations in regards to safety, training and management of training programs.
• Develops preventative/corrective actions to reduce workplace incidents.
• Conducts fire and EMS related training/safety drills in order to reinforce classroom-learned skills.
• Coordinates and instructs recruit training academies.
• Develops plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, communications, training programs, safety, firefighting, EMS, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.
• Creates training plan and submits at the start of each new year.
• Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
• Assists the Fire Chief with budget preparation and administration of State Fire Protection Funds.
• Assists in the preparation of apparatus and equipment specifications, including fire and EMS apparatus.
• Acts as Deputy Chief or Fire Chief during their absence as assigned.
• Monitors and observes activities to ensure that conduct and performance conform to department standards.
• Directs work of Captains; supervises through subordinate officers all operational duties, including emergent and non-emergent functions.
• Prepares a variety of reports and records regarding the department’s activities including personnel records, EMS, fire, training, and requisitions.
• Performs performance evaluations and disciplinary actions on assigned personnel
• Assists in reviewing, evaluating, developing and implementing programs, policies and procedures for various departmental operations.
• Cooperates with other municipal and rural fire personnel and various law enforcement officers as appropriate where activities and incidents demand.
• Assists in preparing a variety of reports and records regarding the Department's activities.
• Assists in reviewing, evaluating, developing and implementing programs, policies and procedures for various departmental operations.
• Cooperates with other municipal and rural fire personnel and various law enforcement officers as appropriate where activities and incidents demand.
• Assists in preparing a variety of reports and records regarding the Department's activities.

• May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.
• Performs the duties of subordinate personnel as needed.
• Attends conferences and meetings to keep abreast of current trends in the field.
• Represents the City Fire/EMS Department in a variety of local, county, state and other meetings.
• Coordinates activities with other supervisors or other City departments and exchanges information with officers in other fire departments.
• Maintains contact with general public, department officers and other City officials in the performance of fire department activities.

• A)
  Follow and comply with all instructions given by supervisory staff and chain of command.
• B)
  Exhibit a positive attitude and display appropriate conduct.
• C)
  Create positive relationships with the public, co-workers, and supervisors and treat all persons with appropriate respect.
• D)
  Comply with work schedule and fulfill job responsibility commitments.
• E)
  Complete job assignments in a conscientious and thorough manner.
• F)
  Adhere to Laws, Department and Division policies and procedures, and support organization objectives.
• G)
  Listen with comprehension and communicate accurately, clearly, and concisely to facilitate an efficient operation.
• H)
  Comply with safety rules and appropriately maintain and use equipment and material.
• I)
  Maintain confidentiality of matters relating to the City at all times.
• J)
  Maintain insurability and operate city…