Battalion Chief

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Performs a variety of highly technical and responsible activities that requires a great deal of independent judgment and initiative. Performs a variety of administrative, supervisory and technical work in the supervision and administration of fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, and fire prevention activities, as well as emergency and non-emergency services to the public. Works under the general supervision of the Fire Chief, or assigned designee.

This position is considered an emergency/disaster position. During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation, which requires that the employee be ready, willing, and able to report to work during emergencies and/or disasters of any kind, notwithstanding any other commitments the employee may have and be able perform emergency services duties, as assigned.

• Must possess bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related field, from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Five (5) or more years of experience, with three (3) years as a Fire Lieutenant capable of fulfilling Battalion Chief responsibilities or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Must possess, valid Florida Driver’s License with Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course (EVOC) certificate or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a certificate Florida State Minimum Standards Certification as a Firefighter in accordance with F.S. 633.412.
• Must hold current certification and licensing as Paramedic in accordance with State of Florida, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Florida Administrative 64J-1.009.
• Autonomous Paramedic Status.
• Must possess and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• State of Florida Firefighter II Certificate of Compliance.
• State of Florida Fire Officer II.
• Fire Officer Development Academy.
• Have completed 240 hours of supervised ride up as Battalion training and have been signed off in the Supervisory/Battalion Chief Task Book (to be achieved after completion of two years as company officer), or equivalent training.
• Signed off to ride-up in the Battalion Chief role by the Fire Chief, or equivalent.
• Must comply with Department physical evaluation requirements.
• Employees in this position are required to pass National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-700 within 30 days of employment: ics-100 and ics-200 or ics 220 within 90 days of employment, or from the date of taking the position and ics-300 and ics-400 within 180 days of employment, or from the date of taking the position. There may be additional NIMS required, which will be scheduled by your supervisor.
• Meet all pre-employment requirements in accordance with state and department standards.

• Assists in the preparation and administration of the Fire Operations Division budget.
• Supervises shift Lieutenants and Company Officers/OICs.
• Oversees various programs related to the fire department strategic plan.
• Makes budgetary recommendations to the Fire Chief through the Deputy Chief.
• Attends meetings and functions for the Fire Chief or Deputy Chief.
• Reviews disciplinary recommendations of subordinate supervisors as directed.
• Responds to alarms and directs the activities at the scene of emergencies as required. Prepares grants related to Department activities/equipment/training.
• Prepares a variety of reports and records, including personnel.
• Monitors and observes departmental activities to ensure that conduct and performance conform to department standards.
• Performs incident command functions as directed by the Department policies and/or the direction of the Deputy Chief or Fire Chief.
• Supervises maintenance of departmental equipment, vehicles, supplies and facilities as directed by the Deputy Chief.
• Performs a significant role in computer data…