Deputy Fire Chief - Operations

Teton County Fire District is seeking an experienced fire service leader to serve as our next Deputy Chief of Operations
.This executive leadership position works directly with the Fire Chief to oversee district-wide emergency operations, personnel development, training, operational readiness, strategic planning, and organizational improvement. The Deputy Chief directly supervises Battalion Chiefs and plays a key command role during major incidents

Under general direction of the Fire Chief, plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the operationalactivities of the fire district, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue,hazardous materials response, wildland and WUI operations, and all-hazard incident management. The position carries broad administrative responsibility for department policy,budget development, grant administration, strategic planning, and organizational development,and provides highly responsible staff assistance to the Fire Chief.

The Deputy Fire Chief–Operations exercises direct supervision over Battalion Chiefs and assumes command of the fire district in the absence of the Fire Chief.

• Responds to major incidents and assumes command as Incident Commander or assigned command role within the Incident Command System.
• Oversees battalion-level and department-wide operational readiness, tactical capability,and incident management standards
• Evaluates incident conditions and provides command-level direction on strategy, resource deployment, and inter-agency coordination
• Ensures accountability, safety, and performance standards are maintained across all operational activities
• Coordinates with mutual aid partners, emergency management agencies, and regional response organizations
• Assumes full command authority of the fire district in the absence of the Fire Chief
• Personnel Supervision & Leadership
• Provides direct supervision, evaluation, and development of assigned Battalion Chiefs
• Conducts performance evaluations and provides ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development guidance
• Identifies performance deficiencies and implements corrective action plans in accordance with department policy
• Initiates and administers discipline up to and including termination recommendations in accordance with department policy and applicable law
• Supports personnel wellness programs and monitors organizational health across operational divisions
• Leads succession planning and mentors personnel for career progression throughout the organization
• Participates in the development and implementation of promotional and assignment processes for the department
• Oversees department-wide training programs and ensures compliance with district, state, and national standards
• Reviews and assesses training needs, available programs, and certification requirements across all ranks
• Coordinates attendance of departmental staff at training programs, seminars, and professional development opportunities
• Evaluates training effectiveness and directs improvements to training curriculum, delivery, and documentation
• Ensures task book programs and promotional preparation processes are current and effectively administered
• Participates in the development and administration of the fire district budget, including forecasting staffing, equipment, materials, and supply needs
• Monitors expenditures and recommends budget adjustments as necessary
• Researches, identifies, and pursues grant funding opportunities; coordinates grant applications, administration, and reporting
• Participates in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, standard operating procedures, and strategic plans
• Recommends policies, procedures, and operational guideline revisions as necessary
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