City of Bellevue, Washington
Overview
Come Join the City of Bellevue!
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market. Job Summary
The
Deputy Fire Chief
possesses managerial responsibility for the operational and support functions of the Fire Department. Exercises considerable freedom in the management of the assigned bureau, guided by the goals, objectives, policies, and procedures established by the fire chief and civil service commission. Serves as a primary advisor to the chief, assists in formulating policy and procedure, and presents final recommendations to the chief for approval. Responsibilities include staff supervision, administration of division budgets, and the planning and organization of divisions in alignment with department goals. Takes command responsibility at emergency and non-emergency incidents and serves as a liaison between the department and a variety of local, state, and federal agencies and commissions. Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Manages all response for fire and emergency medical services by organizing and supervising operational staff; determines priorities in conformance with department goals. Provides for the recruitment, training, and evaluation of staff. Handles all personnel discipline and grievances, making final recommendations to the chief. Assists in formulating and implementing policies and procedures necessary to line operation on support functions. Prepares and controls division budgets. Ensures that equipment, safety clothing, apparatus, and supplies are specified, purchased, received and distributed in an effective manner, and consistent with city policy. Establishes division priorities in line with department goals and community needs. Assumes command of emergency incidents when necessary. Serves as fire chief in that person’s absence. Supervision Received And Exercised
Works under the general supervision of Fire Chief. Exercises supervision over professional, technical, and support staff in department, either directly or indirectly through supervisors, as assigned. Qualifications
100 Points Needed to Be Eligible to Participate in the Promotional Exam Process EDUCATION Maximum Points — 60 Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university 60 Four-year Degree from an accredited college or university 55 Two-year Degree from an accredited college 35 Other certifications from accredited learning institutions (i.e. Seattle Executive Leadership Academy, Leadership Eastside, Harvard Fellowship, Bates Vocational Certification, etc.) 10 Experience
Maximum Points — 65 Years of experience as an Operations Battalion Chief 10 points/year (5 points/6 months) (maximum 40 points) Years of experience as a Division Commander (EMS Chief, Training Chief, Health and Safety Chief, Fire Marshal, or Emergency Preparedness Manager) 10 points/year (5 points/6 months) (maximum 40 points) Years Of Experience As a Line Company Officer
2.5 points/year (Maximum 10 points) Years of experience as an Administrative Officer (EMS, Training, Special Operations) 2.5 points/year (Maximum 10 points) Years of experience as Community Liaison Officer/PIO 2.5 points/year (Maximum 10 points) Minimum two years in a leadership role with a recognized fire service association or organization (i.e. NFPA, State or County Fire Chiefs, State or County Fire Marshals, State or County Training Officers, Fire Commissioner, etc.) 5 points per two years (Maximum 20 points) Labor Relations experience 5 Special Assignments/Experience/Projects (i.e. USAR, D-MAT, State Mobilizations, etc.) 5 points per assignment/experience/project (Maximum 20 points) TRAINING
Maximum Points — 30 Executive Fire Officer Certification 20 Chief Fire Officer Designation 10 Emergency Management Certificate 10 Chief Medical Officer Designation 10 Paramedic Certificate 10 Fellowship Program (City Manager’s Office) 5 City of Bellevue Management Certificate 5 National Fire Academy Course Attendance, with Certificate 2.5 points/week NIMS ICS Certification 2 points/certificate Other Certification or Accreditation Programs (i.e. Haz-Mat, Tech Rescue, LEAD, Senior Executive Institute Training, etc.) 2.5 points/week Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field. Work may periodically require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions, in wet and/or humid conditions, in high, precarious places, near moving mechanical parts, near fumes, airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals, near risk of electrical shock and/or vibration. Hiring Process
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible. Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting. We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description. Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references. Conditions Of Employment
All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas. All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor. Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications. At the City of Bellevue, you’ll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. You’ll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It’s what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore. Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing. The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.
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Come Join the City of Bellevue!
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market. Job Summary
The
Deputy Fire Chief
possesses managerial responsibility for the operational and support functions of the Fire Department. Exercises considerable freedom in the management of the assigned bureau, guided by the goals, objectives, policies, and procedures established by the fire chief and civil service commission. Serves as a primary advisor to the chief, assists in formulating policy and procedure, and presents final recommendations to the chief for approval. Responsibilities include staff supervision, administration of division budgets, and the planning and organization of divisions in alignment with department goals. Takes command responsibility at emergency and non-emergency incidents and serves as a liaison between the department and a variety of local, state, and federal agencies and commissions. Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Manages all response for fire and emergency medical services by organizing and supervising operational staff; determines priorities in conformance with department goals. Provides for the recruitment, training, and evaluation of staff. Handles all personnel discipline and grievances, making final recommendations to the chief. Assists in formulating and implementing policies and procedures necessary to line operation on support functions. Prepares and controls division budgets. Ensures that equipment, safety clothing, apparatus, and supplies are specified, purchased, received and distributed in an effective manner, and consistent with city policy. Establishes division priorities in line with department goals and community needs. Assumes command of emergency incidents when necessary. Serves as fire chief in that person’s absence. Supervision Received And Exercised
Works under the general supervision of Fire Chief. Exercises supervision over professional, technical, and support staff in department, either directly or indirectly through supervisors, as assigned. Qualifications
100 Points Needed to Be Eligible to Participate in the Promotional Exam Process EDUCATION Maximum Points — 60 Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university 60 Four-year Degree from an accredited college or university 55 Two-year Degree from an accredited college 35 Other certifications from accredited learning institutions (i.e. Seattle Executive Leadership Academy, Leadership Eastside, Harvard Fellowship, Bates Vocational Certification, etc.) 10 Experience
Maximum Points — 65 Years of experience as an Operations Battalion Chief 10 points/year (5 points/6 months) (maximum 40 points) Years of experience as a Division Commander (EMS Chief, Training Chief, Health and Safety Chief, Fire Marshal, or Emergency Preparedness Manager) 10 points/year (5 points/6 months) (maximum 40 points) Years Of Experience As a Line Company Officer
2.5 points/year (Maximum 10 points) Years of experience as an Administrative Officer (EMS, Training, Special Operations) 2.5 points/year (Maximum 10 points) Years of experience as Community Liaison Officer/PIO 2.5 points/year (Maximum 10 points) Minimum two years in a leadership role with a recognized fire service association or organization (i.e. NFPA, State or County Fire Chiefs, State or County Fire Marshals, State or County Training Officers, Fire Commissioner, etc.) 5 points per two years (Maximum 20 points) Labor Relations experience 5 Special Assignments/Experience/Projects (i.e. USAR, D-MAT, State Mobilizations, etc.) 5 points per assignment/experience/project (Maximum 20 points) TRAINING
Maximum Points — 30 Executive Fire Officer Certification 20 Chief Fire Officer Designation 10 Emergency Management Certificate 10 Chief Medical Officer Designation 10 Paramedic Certificate 10 Fellowship Program (City Manager’s Office) 5 City of Bellevue Management Certificate 5 National Fire Academy Course Attendance, with Certificate 2.5 points/week NIMS ICS Certification 2 points/certificate Other Certification or Accreditation Programs (i.e. Haz-Mat, Tech Rescue, LEAD, Senior Executive Institute Training, etc.) 2.5 points/week Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field. Work may periodically require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions, in wet and/or humid conditions, in high, precarious places, near moving mechanical parts, near fumes, airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals, near risk of electrical shock and/or vibration. Hiring Process
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible. Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting. We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description. Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references. Conditions Of Employment
All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas. All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor. Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications. At the City of Bellevue, you’ll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. You’ll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It’s what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore. Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing. The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.
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