Deputy Fire Chief- Operations

Under the general supervision of the Fire Chief, the Deputy Fire Chief performs
responsible management, technical and administrative work to assist in the strategic planning,
organizing, managing, directing, controlling, and coordination of the activities, personnel, resources
and operations of the Fire Department; performs other duties as assigned.

Structures and delegates department assignments effectively and manages collaborative internal and interdepartmental projects.

• Provides strategic planning, organization, and direction of activities and personnel, and serves as chief administrator of the department in the absence of the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief of Administration, or as directed.
• Assists in developing and implementing departmental policies, rules, regulations and general orders.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff, reviews and recommends hiring and promotions to the Fire Chief and makes staffing assignments as needed.
• Evaluates equipment and apparatus to determine the need for and type of additional equipment, research available equipment and makes recommendations for upgrades or replacements and oversees disposal of obsolete or outdated equipment.

Develops and shepherds comprehensive short- and long-term plans.

• Participates in developing long and short-range plans, goals and objectives for the department, and assesses progress and performance in achieving established goals.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment in routine and emergency situations for all personnel under their command by adhering to all applicable SOPs, directives, laws, statutes and standards.

Provides strong guidance and oversight. Instills confidence and inspires action while maintaining accountability.

• Responds to major emergency incidents and assumes or delegates command as the situation dictates.
• Coordinates City emergency/disaster team planning process and ensures the City emergency/disaster plan is current including provisions for coordinating with regional emergency teams.
• Acts as the Emergency Operations Center Incident Commander as directed by the Fire Chief, Mayor, or City Administrator.
• As needed, conducts meetings and provides general direction to subordinate command level officers.

Prepares and manages capital and operating budgets within established guidelines.

• Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment or as directed following department SOPs and SOGs.
• Communicates with City officials, community leaders and outside agencies to resolve problems, coordinate activities, exchange information, and respond to questions and resolve complaints regarding department operations and services.
• Assists in preparing and administering the annual Fire Department budget, authorizes expenditures according to department guidelines, and ensures compliance with established fiscal policies of the City.
• Analyzes, reviews and supervises the preparation of comprehensive reports and records related to personnel, property, and operations of the department.
• Writes complex and detailed operational procedures such as response policies, and administrative directives.
• Responsible for daily, monthly, and other periodic reporting. Required to be on-call after normal duty hours and respond to major emergencies as assigned.

Provide opportunities to engage in leadership development and learn about career advancement.

• Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings, boards and committees, and provides information to civic groups regarding departmental functions and activities.
• May act as the Fire Chief in their absence.
• Attends and participates in assigned meetings, work groups, boards and committees, and provides information to civic groups regarding departmental functions and activities.

• Communication:
  Articulates thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively to exchange information. Listens to others and provides useful feedback.
• Work Ethic:
  Demonstrates personal accountability, effective work habits, integrity and ethical behavior.
• Teamwork:
  Works well as a part of a team through respectful and collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, affiliates and stakeholder…