SHAD Leader

PROVIDING RIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR ALL FIRE PROTECTION NEEDS SINCE 1990. International Fire Protection (IFP) is an Alabama-based fire suppression company. We have charted our history and legacy in building a safer environment for our customers and communities. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as such, we promise to provide the best life safety service to our customers through quality, integrity, honesty, and customer satisfaction.

• Flex Spending Accounts (health and dependent)
• 401(k), ESPP, Profit Sharing
• PTO & Company Paid Holidays
• EAP

The SHAD Department Leader is responsible for planning and directing the accomplishment of SHAD Department objectives, as well as performs a wide variety of duties required to maintain the efficient, day to day operations of a department in the office. The SHAD Department Leader should be a self-starter possessing time management, scheduling, sales, staff management and Leadership skills and experience. The salary range listed is subject to change based on experience.

• Financial Acumen: Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Drives Vision and
  
  Purpose:
  
  Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity.
• Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.

• Manage and lead the SHAD Department in a professional manner; always looking out for the best interest of the Company
• Honor all schedules and commitments
• Provide mentorship and training to SHAD Department team members
• Lead by example
• Hire and present quality industry professionals to customers
• Create Department budgets, and manage them to maintain costs and profitability
• Create an environment of high professionalism, integrity, honesty, quality and success
• Work closely with the inspection manager to create accurate deficiency proposals for work
• Assist the inspection manager to ensure deficiencies are quoted in a timely manner
• Seek out new customers
• Build new customer relationships while nurturing old relationships
• Maintain an orderly Departmental environment, including making sure team members are maintaining Departmental records and file systems in accordance with the [Branch Location] Branch directives.
• Work with the office and shop employees to maintain the correct quantities of printed materials and mechanical materials
• Inspect trucks weekly for cleanliness and contraband
• Inspect all tools and safety equipment 2x annually and be sure all equipment is maintained and is in safe working condition
• Perform employee performance reviews in accordance with company policy
• Help create individual and team goals for team members
• Perform special projects or other duties as assigned

• Safety – Department TRIR of 3.0 or less (5-year period)
• No 120 day write-offs
• DSO < 65 days over 5-year period (and/or other receivables measuring stick)
• Embraces technology to drive improved results

• Has a clear vision for the Department in alignment supporting overall company vision
• Has a written 3 – 5-year Business Plan which is updated at least annually, and a process exists to communicate the important points of this to the entire team
• Business Plan also contains 1 – 2-year tactical plan to support achievement of plan and vision
• Mission, Vision, and Values are visible and reinforced throughout the Department
• Disciplined coaching / individual development process is implemented for, and valued by, their direct reports
• Always looking to upgrade talent, searching for “A” Players
• A strong…